The Central Board of Secondary Education- CBSE announced the CBSE Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 on December 2- 2025 for a variety of Group A B and C positions- including Assistant Secretary- Assistant Professor and Assistant Director- Officer of Accounts- Superintendent- Junior Translation Officer- Junior Accountant and Junior Assistant_124 positions have been posted. Candidates may apply online via the official CBSE website between December 2 and December 22_ 2025. CBSE_ one of the top educational institutions in India under the Ministry of Education_ provides opportunities to work in academic_ administrative and technical divisions as well as a stable career and structured pay scales. The notification’s distribution- eligibility_ application fee_ selection procedure_ exam format and crucial instructions are all covered in this comprehensive- easy-to-read overview.
Key Points:
| Organization | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Posts | Junior Accountant_ Junior Assistant_ Superintendent_ Assistant Secretary_ Assistant Professor or Director_ Accounts Officer, and JTO |
| Vacancies | 124 vacancies |
| Application Dates | December 2–22_ 2025 |
| Application Process Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Tier-I_ Tier-II_ Interview or Skill Test |
| Pay Levels | Level 2_ Level 6_ Level 10 |
| Official Website | cbse.gov.in |
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Distribution of Vacancies:
Posts in the Group A- B and C categories are being recruited. The comprehensive vacancy table is shown below:
| Code of Post | Name of Post | Group | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/25 | Assistant Secretary | A | 08 vacancies |
| 02/25 | Assistant Professor and Assistant Director of- Academics | A | 12 vacancies |
| 03/25 | Assistant Professor along with Assistant Director of- Training | A | 08 vacancies |
| 04/25 | Assistant Professor and Assistant Director of- Skill Education | A | 07 vacancies |
| 05/25 | Accounts Officer | A | 02 vacancies |
| 06/25 | Superintendent | B | 27 vacancies |
| 07/25 | Junior Translation-Officer | B | 09 vacancies |
| 08/25 | Junior Accountant | C | 16 vacancies |
| 09/25 | Junior Assistant | C | 35 vacancies |
| Total: 124- Vacancies |
Selection Process:
The entire application process is done online. Make sure your mobile number and email address are active during the hiring process before submitting an application. The first step will be an objective exam and then an objective and descriptive exam_ Shortlisted candidates will have to go through the interview or skill test. Superintendents- junior assistants and junior accountants must pass the typing test_ Qualifying yet necessary for the ultimate choice
How to: Apply for the- positions:
- Go to the official CBSE hiring website cbse.gov.in.
- Click the application link for DRQ2026.
- To obtain your registration ID and Password- finish the basic registration process.
- Enter your personal_ academic and category-related information after logging in.
- Add the necessary credentials_ your signature_ and a scanned copy of your photo.
- Use a debit card_ credit card_ UPI or net banking to pay the relevant fee online.
- Get the confirmation page.
- Store the password and registration ID securely for later use.
Application Fee:
The fee schedule varies according to the post group and category of the candidate:
| Category | Group- A | Group- B | Group- C |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR_OBC_EWS | ₹1750 | ₹1050 | ₹1050 |
| SC_ST_PwBD_ESM along with Women | ₹250 | ₹250 | ₹250 |
| CBSE Regular Employees | Nil | Nil | Nil |
Eligibility Criteria:
The post category determines eligibility. All requirements must be met by December 22_ 2025.
Age Limit:
| Post Name | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary_ Officer of Accounts | 35- years |
| Assistant Professor_ Superintendent_ Junior Translation_ Officer | 30- years |
| Junior Accountant or the Junior Assistant | 27- years |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation of age |
|---|---|
| SC- ST | 5- years |
| OBC | 3- years |
| PwBD | 10- years |
| PwBD | 13- years |
| PwBD SC_ST | 15- years |
| EX-Servicemen | As per rules |
| Women | 10- years |
Educational requirements:
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Secretary | -Degree of Bachelor |
| Assistant Professor | -A minimum of 55% of the possible points after graduation |
| Accounts Officer | -B.Com_Finance_Economics OR CA_ICWA_MBA |
| Superintendent | -A bachelor’s degree and familiarity with computers |
| Junior- Translation Officer | -Master’s in Hindi or English + translation diploma or experience |
| Junior Accountant | -12th with Commerce + typing skill |
| Junior Assistant | -12th passed along with typing skill |
Exam Pattern:
The selection structure or pattern includes:
Tier-I Exam: It includes an objective test which a candidate need to qualify. The duration will be 2 hours maximum.
Tier-II Exam: Comprises both descriptive and objective elements. Depending on the post- it takes two to three hours. Evaluates writing abilities and domain knowledge
Salary Structure:
Under the 7th Central Pay Commission- CBSE provides following salary structure:
| Group | Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | Level-10 | ₹56100 – ₹177500 |
| Group B | Level-6 | ₹35400 – ₹112400 |
| Group C | Level-2 | ₹19900 – ₹63200 |
Common Questions:
1. When is the CBSE DRQ 2026 application deadline?
Ans. The deadline is December 22_ 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
2. How many positions are listed under CBSE Direct Recruitment 2026?
Ans. 124 posts in all- divided into the Group A_ B and C categories.
3. Am i able to apply for more than one post?
Ans. Indeed- But each application needs to be filed independently.
4. What are the requirements to be eligible for the CBSE DRQ 2026?
Ans. The age restriction- nationality and educational requirements listed in the notification determine eligibility- which varies by post.
Important Links:
Official Website: cbse.gov.in
Notification PDF: Download CBSE DRQ 2026 Notification PDF
Direct Link to Apply: Direct Link to Apply for CBSE DRQ 2026
