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Indian Army CSBO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 190 Civilian Switch Board Operator Posts

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  • Indian Army HQ 2 Signal Training Centre, Panaji, Goa has released the official Civilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) Grade-II, Group 'C' Notification 2026 on 02 May 2026 at the official website indianarmy.nic.in. A total of 190 vacancies have been announced under the CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged between 18 and 25 years with a qualification of Matriculation (10th) and minimum 6 months experience in handling Private Board Exchange (PBX) Board can apply via email from 02 May 2026 to 31 May 2026. The official notification PDF and email application instructions are available below.

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organisation NameHQ 2 Signal Training Centre, Panaji, Goa - Indian Army, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India
Employment Notice No.Advt_020526 dated 02/05/2026
Post NameCivilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) Grade-II, Group 'C'
DepartmentMinistry of Defence, Government of India
Service LiabilityAll India Service Liability including Field Service
Total Vacancies190 (including 12 PwBD posts and 20 ESM posts - Horizontal Reservation)
Pay ScaleRs. 21,700/- + allowances (Level-3, Cell-1 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Application ModeOnline only - via official email ID: [email protected] (PDF application form submitted as email attachment)
Selection ModeWritten Test (100 marks) + Practical Test (Qualifying) + Interview (Qualifying) + Medical Test
Mandatory RequirementMinimum 6 months experience in handling Private Board Exchange (PBX) Board - Experience Certificate mandatory
Official Email[email protected]

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate & Time
Opening Date and Time of Online Application02-05-2026 (0001 Hrs)
Last Date and Time for Receipt of Online Application31-05-2026 (2359 Hrs)
Written Test / Practical Test / Interview DateTo be intimated to eligible candidates through call letters via registered email ID only
Age Calculated As On31-05-2026 (Last date of receipt of application)

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal PostsPwBD (Horizontal)ESM (Horizontal)
CSBO Grade-II1901220
  • A total of 190 vacancies have been announced for the post of Civilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) Grade-II, Group 'C'. These are distributed across UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories as vertical reservation. Additionally, 12 posts are horizontally reserved for PwBD candidates and 20 posts are horizontally reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) as per DoPT OM No. 36035/02/2017/Estt (Res) dated 15 Jan 2018.

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

Qualification TypeDetails
Essential Qualification (i)Matric or equivalent from a recognized Board
Essential Qualification (ii)Proficiency in handling Private Board Exchange (PBX) Board with minimum 6 months experience (Experience Certificate mandatory)
DesirableFluency in spoken English and Hindi
  • Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of application (31-05-2026). Only citizens of India are eligible to apply. Proficiency in handling Private Board Exchange (PBX) Board with a minimum experience of 6 months is a crucial and mandatory criterion - no application will be accepted without a valid Experience Certificate in handling PBX Board. The post is subject to All India Service Liability including Field Service.
  • Educational Qualification

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

CategoryAge Limit / Relaxation
General (UR) / EWS18 to 25 years (as on 31-05-2026)
OBC3 years relaxation (max 28 years)
SC / ST5 years relaxation (max 30 years)
PwBD (UR/EWS)10 years relaxation (max 35 years)
PwBD (OBC)13 years relaxation (10 + 3 years)
PwBD (SC/ST)15 years relaxation (10 + 5 years)
Ex-ServicemenAdditional 3 years relaxation (over and above actual military service rendered)
Departmental Candidates (with 3 years continuous service)Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST candidates)
  • Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years of age as on the last date of receipt of application (31-05-2026). Age relaxations are available for reserved categories and special groups as specified below. The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be the last date of receipt of application. No extra weightage will be given for additional/extra/higher qualifications for recruitment.

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

  • The official notification does not specify any application fee for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026. No fee details have been mentioned in the Employment Notice. Candidates are advised to check the official notification carefully and contact the official email ID [email protected] for any fee-related clarifications. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in Written Test, Practical Test, and Interview - candidates must make their own arrangements for boarding/lodging at 2 STC, Goa.

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

PartSubjectTypeMarks
Part-IGeneral Intelligence & Numerical AptitudeObjective Multiple Choice Type25
Part-IIGeneral AwarenessObjective Multiple Choice Type25
Part-IIIGeneral EnglishObjective Multiple Choice Type25
Part-IVLogic & ReasoningObjective Multiple Choice Type25
Total100
Practical TestTo check candidate's proficiency in handling exchange operation - Qualifying in nature only (marks not counted for merit)
InterviewConducted along with Practical Test for qualifying purpose only - marks not counted for final merit
Medical TestOnly shortlisted candidates based on performance in Written Test, Practical Test, and Interview will be directed to undergo Medical Test as per extant Government Orders
Probation Period2 years probation followed by permanent absorption subject to satisfactory performance
PensionNew entrants joining on or after 01 Jan 2004 are governed by the National Pension System
Retention Beyond 55 Years / 30 Years of ServiceSubject to screening committee approval; retirement from service on attaining age of 60 years if retained
DisqualificationCandidate will be disqualified if found to have contracted a marriage while having a living spouse, or entered into another marriage
  • The selection process for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 consists of 3 stages - Written Test (100 marks, merit-based), Practical Test (qualifying only), and Interview (qualifying only), followed by a Medical Test for shortlisted candidates. Selection will be made strictly on the basis of merit in the Written Test, subject to the candidate qualifying in the Practical Test and Interview. To reduce the number of candidates for the Written Examination, screening of applications may be carried out based on percentage of marks obtained in Matriculation/10th Board examination.
  • Stage 1 - Written Test (100 Marks - Merit Based)
  • The question paper will be bilingual (English and Hindi). However, questions of General English subject will be in English only. No extra weightage will be given for additional/extra/higher qualifications.
  • Stage 2 - Practical Test and Interview (Qualifying Only)
  • Stage 3 - Medical Test
  • Terms of Engagement

Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 - Exam Syllabus

PartTopicMarks
Part-IGeneral Intelligence & Numerical Aptitude25
Part-IIGeneral Awareness25
Part-IIIGeneral English25
Part-IVLogic & Reasoning25
  • The Written Test consists of 4 parts - General Intelligence & Numerical Aptitude, General Awareness, General English, and Logic & Reasoning - each carrying 25 marks (total 100 marks), all Objective Multiple Choice Type. The question paper is bilingual (English and Hindi) except the General English section which is in English only. After the Written Test, shortlisted candidates undergo a Practical Test and Interview (both qualifying in nature) to assess proficiency in handling exchange/PBX Board operations.

How to Apply for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026

  • Applications must be submitted online only through the official email ID [email protected]. Hard copy applications sent by post will not be accepted. The application window is open from 02-05-2026 (0001 Hrs) to 31-05-2026 (2359 Hrs). Candidates must open the PDF application form in Adobe Acrobat Reader ONLY - do NOT open in browser (Chrome/Edge) as fields may not work. All fields marked with * are mandatory and must not be left blank. All text must be typed in BLOCK LETTERS (CAPITALS).
  • Candidates should not send their application more than once. Incomplete or wrongly named applications will be rejected without notice. Applications with missing attachments, unsigned forms, or mismatched information will be summarily rejected. Candidates must carry originals of all documents for verification while appearing for examination along with two additional self-attested photographs. For difficulties in filling the application form, candidates may send a screenshot of the issue to [email protected].
  • Documents to be Submitted Along with Application (as self-attested attachments to email):
  • Birth Certificate (Matriculation Certificate/Mark Sheet can be produced in lieu)
  • Educational Certificate - Matriculation Passing Certificate and Mark Sheet
  • Experience Certificate in handling PBX/EPABX Board (minimum 6 months duration - mandatory)
  • Residential Certificate
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Aadhaar Card (mandatory); PAN Card (optional)
  • Caste/Category Certificate in prescribed format (for all reserved categories - SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
  • Discharge Certificate (mandatory for Ex-Servicemen candidates, in addition to category certificate)
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer (if already a Government servant)
  • Passport size photograph (JPG file - latest, not older than 3 months; saved as PHOTO_YourFullName.jpg)
  • Signed application form saved as CSBO_YourFullName.pdf
  • Applications must be emailed to: [email protected] with the subject line: CSBO Application – YOUR FULL NAME
  • Applications must be addressed to: The Commandant, Headquarters, 2 Signal Training Centre, Panaji (Goa) – 403001

Important Instructions for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026 Candidates

  • Only citizens of India are eligible to apply; the post is subject to All India Service Liability including Field Service.
  • PBX Board handling experience of minimum 6 months is mandatory - no application will be accepted without the Experience Certificate.
  • No hard copy applications will be accepted - submission via official email only ([email protected]).
  • No application fee is required; no TA/DA is admissible for Written Test, Practical Test, and Interview.
  • Do not send your application more than once - incomplete or wrongly named applications will be rejected without notice.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be intimated via call letters sent to their registered email ID only - department not responsible for non-receipt of call letters.
  • Screening of applications may be done based on Matriculation/10th Board marks percentage to reduce the number of candidates for Written Examination.
  • Merely fulfilling the basic selection criteria does not automatically entitle a person to be called for test/interview.
  • Persons working in Central/State Govt/PSU must apply through proper channel with NOC from their establishment.
  • Ex-Servicemen candidates must enclose self-attested photocopy of complete discharge book along with the undertaking format provided with the application.
  • EWS candidates must provide income/asset certificate from the competent authority.
  • Candidates must carry originals of all documents for verification while appearing for examination along with two additional self-attested photographs.
  • Falsification of documents at any stage will lead to cancellation of candidature.
  • Attempts to influence the selection process or use of unfair means (forgery, impersonation, false information) may lead to termination of candidature or legal action.
  • The Appointing Authority has the right to cancel/postpone/suspend/terminate/modify the notification without prior notice at any stage.
  • Recruitment Board's decision will be final in all matters.

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Q2. How many vacancies are there in Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026?

  • A total of 190 CSBO Grade‑II vacancies have been announced, including horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex‑Servicemen (ESM) as per Government norms.

Q4. What is the eligibility criteria for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026?

  • Candidates must be Matric (10th) pass from a recognized board and possess minimum 6 months’ experience in handling PBX/EPABX or Private Board Exchange, supported by a valid experience certificate.

Q5. What is the age limit for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II 2026?

  • The age limit is 18 to 25 years as on 31 May 2026 for general candidates, with upper age relaxations for OBC, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex‑Servicemen, and departmental candidates as per Government of India rules.

Q6. What is the salary for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II posts?

  • Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 21,700/- plus allowances in Pay Level‑3 (7th CPC), with All India Service Liability including field service.

Q7. What is the selection process for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026?

  • The selection process comprises a Written Test of 100 marks, followed by a Practical Test and Interview (both qualifying in nature), and finally a Medical Examination for shortlisted candidates.

Q8. Is there any application fee for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Recruitment 2026?

  • As per the recruitment details, there is no application fee (Nil) for applying to Indian Army CSBO Grade‑II 2026, and candidates must bear their own expenses for appearing in tests.

Q10. What is the exam pattern for Indian Army CSBO Grade-II Written Test?

  • The Written Test is objective (MCQ) type for 100 marks, divided into four sections: General Intelligence & Numerical Aptitude (25 marks), General Awareness (25 marks), General English (25 marks), and Logic & Reasoning (25 marks), with the paper set bilingually except for General English.
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