CDSCO East Zone Recruitment 2026: Upper Division Clerk Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

• Organization: Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), East Zone.
• Post: Upper Division Clerk (Ministerial).
• Location: Nizam Palace, Kolkata, West Bengal.
• Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Transfer on Deputation) based on merit and service record. No written examination is required.
• Vacancies: 1 (One) Post.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Note: This recruitment is strictly for existing government employees seeking transfer on deputation.

1. Service Eligibility

• Option (A): Officers holding analogous posts on regular basis.
• Option (B): Officers with 8 years regular service in Level-2 (Rs. 19,900-63,200) of Pay Matrix (7th CPC).

2. Educational & Technical Qualifications

• Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent from a recognized board.
• Typewriting Speed (Mandatory): English: Minimum 30 words per minute (wpm). Hindi: Minimum 25 words per minute (wpm).

3. Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 56 Years.
• Cut-off Date: Age calculated as of the closing date of receipt of application (14 April 2026).
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per DoP&T (Department of Personnel and Training) guidelines for deputation.

Selection Process

• Since this is a deputation-based recruitment for existing government servants, the selection process differs from standard recruitments:
• Screening of Applications: Verification of service records and eligibility criteria.
• Document Verification: Checking attested copies of ACRs/APARs and vigilance clearance.
• Selection: Based on merit and suitability.
• Interview: An interview may be conducted (Subject to number of applicants).

Application Fee

• Not Mentioned. Usually, government employees applying through proper channel are exempted from application fees, but candidates should verify this in the full notification PDF.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Download Form: Download the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I) from the CDSCO website or use the form provided in the notification.
• Fill Details: Fill in the Bio-data in Block Letters as per the format.
• Attach Documents: Gather attested copies of the last five years' ACRs/APARs and Vigilance/Disciplinary Clearance certificates.
• Forward through Channel: Applications must be submitted through proper channel (via the applicant's current department/employer). Direct applications may be rejected.
• Submission: Send the completed application to the address mentioned below.
• Deadline: Ensure the application reaches within 60 days from the date of publication in the Employment News.

Important Dates

• Notification Publication (Start Date): 14 February 2026
• Application Submission Start: 14 February 2026
• Last Date for Receipt of Application: 14 April 2026
• Note: Application must reach within 60 days from publication in Employment News.

Important Links

• Download Official Notification & Annexure-I (Bio-Data Format)
• CDSCO Official Website

• Download Official Notification & Annexure-I (Bio-Data Format) ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.
• CDSCO Official Website ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.