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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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