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CISF Para Medical Staff Recruitment 2026 – Online Applications Open for 24 ASI Posts: Check Complete Educational Qualifications & Ex-Servicemen Seats
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has announced the recruitment of Para Medical Staff in CISF-2026 through an official notification in the Employment News (6 - 12 June 2026). Online applications are invited on an All-India basis from eligible Male and Female candidates for multiple Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) medical cadre posts.
A mandatory 10% reservation is assigned horizontally for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) across these positions. All details regarding vacancies, post-wise eligibility criteria, pay scales, and timelines are fully detailed below.

1. Vacancy Distribution & ESM Reservation

A total of 24 vacancies are available across three major paramedical sub-cadres:
Name of PostsUREWSOBCSCSTTotal VacanciesESM Quota
ASI (Pharmacist)10010402011802
ASI (X-Ray Technician)01000000000100
ASI (Lab Technician)04000100000500
Grand Total15010502012402
Key Note for Veterans: There are 02 specific vacancies reserved for Ex-Servicemen under the ASI (Pharmacist) post.

2. Minimum Educational Qualifications

As per section 5.2 of the official notification continued from page 36 of the layout, candidates must possess the following specific qualification for their preferred post:

A. Assistant Sub-Inspector / ASI (Pharmacist)

  • Must have successfully passed 10+2 from a recognized Board or University.
  • Must possess a Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy granted by an institution recognized by the Central or State Government.
  • Must be formally registered as a "PHARMACIST" under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.

B. Assistant Sub-Inspector / ASI (X-Ray Technician)

  • Must have successfully passed 10+2 from a recognized Board or University.
  • Must possess a 02 years Diploma in Radiography from an institution recognized by the Central or State Government.

C. Assistant Sub-Inspector / ASI (Lab Technician)

  • Must have successfully passed 10+2 from a recognized Board or University with Science.
  • Must possess a 02 years Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution recognized by any Central or State Government.
Important Note on Certificate Equivalence: Educational certificates issued by bodies other than a standard State Board/Central Board must be accompanied by an official Government of India notification declaring that such qualification is equivalent to Matric/10th class or 10+2 pass standard for service under the Central Government.

3. Pay Scale & Benefits

  • Pay Matrix Level: Level-5 (as per 7th CPC).
  • Salary Range: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300/- plus standard allowances admissible to Central Government employees from time to time.
  • Pension Scheme: Covered under the "Defined Contributory Pension Scheme" also known as the National Pension System (NPS).

4. Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Age Bracket: Between 18 to 28 years.
  • Crucial Cut-off Date: 07/07/2026 (Closing date of receipt of online applications).
  • Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxations apply for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and Ex-Servicemen as per standard Government of India orders.

5. Mode of Selection

The recruitment will follow a systematic selection process structured into sequential phases:
  1. Written Examination (CBT / OMR Mode) - conducted bilingually in Hindi & English.
  2. Physical Standard Test (PST).
  3. Documentation Verification.
  4. Basic Vocational Aptitude Test (BVAT).
  5. Detailed Medical Examination (DME) / Review Medical Examination (RME).

6. Critical Timelines

  • Online Application Start Date: 08/06/2026
  • Online Application Closing Date: 07/07/2026 (up to 2359 Hrs)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted exclusively through online mode via the official CISF recruitment platform. Physical applications or hard copies sent by post will not be entertained.
 
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