About Job
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced an exciting recruitment drive for experienced officers to fill up four high-level posts, including Additional Internal Auditor & Financial Advisor, Senior Accounts Officer, and Under Secretary (Legal), on a deputation basis. This is a prime opportunity for eligible officers currently serving in Central/State Governments, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies looking to advance their careers within a premier national educational body. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed eligibility criteria and apply promptly.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Important Links
Job Summary
Organization: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Position(s) Name: Additional IAFA, Senior Accounts Officer, Under Secretary
Mode of Application: Online followed by Hardcopy Submission
Application Start Date: 15.01.2026
Deadline to Apply Online: 13.02.2026
Details of Position
The recruitment is for 04 posts across various specialized functions on a deputation basis. Posting will be in any office of the Board.
| Post Name | Post Code | No. of Posts | Pay Scale/Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Internal Auditor & Financial Advisor (Addl. IAFA) | AC/01/26 | 01 | Level-12 (₹78,800–209,200) |
| Senior Accounts Officer | AC/02/26 | 02 | Level-11 (₹67,700–208,700) |
| Under Secretary (Legal) | US/01/26 | 01 | Level-11 (₹67,700–208,700) |
Eligibility Details
Eligibility for Additional Internal Auditor & Financial Advisor (AC/01/26)
- Essential Qualification: Officers belonging to Audit/Accounts/Finance Cadre/services in Central/State Govts, UTs, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, or Statutory Organisations.
- Service Conditions (Any one): Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR With 5 years' regular service in Pay Level-11 of 7th CPC; OR With 9 years' regular service in Pay Level-9/Level-10 of 7th CPC.
- Experience: Experience of handling Financial Budget/Accounts matters in a responsible capacity.
- Desirable: Preference for experience in investments/fund management/securities.
Eligibility for Senior Accounts Officer (AC/02/26)
- Essential Qualification: Officers belonging to Audit/Accounts/Finance Cadre/services in Central/State Govts, UTs, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, or Statutory Organisations.
- Service Conditions (Any one): Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR With 4 years' regular service in Pay Level-9/Level-10 of 7th CPC; OR With 8 years' regular service in Pay Level-7/Level-8 of 7th CPC (or combined).
- Experience: Experience in Accounts compilation, Budget, Internal Audit, Commercial Accounting, etc.
- Desirable: Preference for experience in investments/fund management/securities.
Eligibility for Under Secretary (Legal) (US/01/26)
- Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree AND Law Degree from a recognized institution.
- Service Conditions (Any one): Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR With at least 4 years regular service in Pay Level-10 of 7th CPC; OR With at least 8 years regular service in Pay Level-8 or Level-7 of 7th CPC (or taken together).
- Experience: Must have at least 3 years' experience handling legal matters in specified government/autonomous offices.
Age Limit: Maximum 56 years as of the closing date.
Application Details
Last Date to Apply Online: 13.02.2026
Hardcopy Submission Deadline: Within 30 days from 15.01.2026 (Approx. 14.02.2026)
Method: Candidates must apply online and subsequently submit the hardcopy of the application along with requisite documents within the specified timeframe.
Required Documents: Details regarding required documents are specified in the official notification.
Important Conditions
- This recruitment is strictly on a deputation basis.
- Officers must be holding equivalent posts or meeting the requisite service period in specified Pay Levels.
- The maximum age limit is strictly set at 56 years.
Mode of Selection
Selection will be based on the deputation guidelines, likely involving scrutiny of applications followed by an interview or shortlisting based on service records and experience.
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