CBSE Recruitment 2026 Begins: Applications Open for Teaching and Non-Teaching Posts, Apply by December 22

By Siddhi Jain | Dec 4, 2025, 16:38 IST

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially started the recruitment process for various Group A, B, and C positions for the 2026 session. The notification includes vacancies for both teaching and non-teaching roles, offering opportunities to candidates from different educational backgrounds, including those who have passed Class 12. Interested and eligible applicants can submit their online applications until 22 December 2025 (11:59 PM) through the official CBSE website.

124 Vacancies Across Multiple Categories

CBSE has announced a total of 124 vacancies for this recruitment cycle. The posts include Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor, Assistant Director, Accounts Officer, Superintendent, Junior Translation Officer, Junior Accountant, and Junior Assistant. All applications must be submitted online along with the payment of the prescribed application fee before the closing date.

According to the official notification, the registration process began on 2 December 2025, and the last date to apply as well as pay the fee is 22 December 2025.

Educational Qualifications for Different Posts

The eligibility criteria vary depending on the position. Here is a detailed overview of the qualifications required:

Assistant Secretary: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline is mandatory.
Assistant Professor/Assistant Director (Academics/Training/Skill Education): Master’s degree with at least 55% marks.
Accounts Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, or Finance, or professional qualifications such as CA, ICWA, or MBA.
Superintendent: Bachelor’s degree along with working knowledge of computers.
Junior Translation Officer: Master’s degree in Hindi or English with a translation diploma or relevant experience.
Junior Accountant: Class 12 with Accountancy or Commerce and mandatory typing skills.
Junior Assistant: Class 12 pass with required typing proficiency.

These criteria ensure that candidates applying for each role have the necessary qualifications and skill sets relevant to their respective positions.

Age Limit for Different Posts

Applicants must fall within the prescribed maximum age limits set by CBSE:

Assistant Secretary and Accounts Officer: Up to 35 years
Assistant Professor, Assistant Director, Superintendent, and Junior Translation Officer: Up to 30 years
Junior Accountant and Junior Assistant: Up to 27 years

Candidates belonging to reserved categories may be eligible for age relaxation as per government norms.

Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

Assistant Secretary: 8 posts
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Academics): 12 posts
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Training): 8 posts
Assistant Professor & Assistant Director (Skill Education): 7 posts
Accounts Officer: 2 posts
Superintendent: 27 posts
Junior Translation Officer: 9 posts
Junior Accountant: 16 posts
Junior Assistant: 35 posts

This recruitment drive offers opportunities across administrative, academic, financial, and clerical roles.

Documents Required at the Examination Centre

CBSE has made it clear that all candidates must carry essential documents to the exam centre. Entry will not be allowed without the required paperwork. The following documents are mandatory:

A printed copy of the CBSE admit card downloaded from the official website
One passport-size photograph (same as the one uploaded in the application form)
An original, valid photo identity proof, such as PAN card, driving licence, voter ID, passport, Aadhaar with photo, e-Aadhaar with photo, or ration card with photo

Candidates applying under the PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) category must also carry:

A valid disability certificate issued by an authorised medical officer
A physical limitation certificate (if applying for scribe assistance)
A Letter of Undertaking if they intend to use a scribe

A Prime Opportunity for Government Job Aspirants

The CBSE Recruitment 2026 notification opens up diverse government job opportunities for candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 12 to post-graduation. With vacancies across multiple grades and roles, the recruitment drive is expected to attract a large number of applicants. Interested candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline and ensure their documents and eligibility details are accurate.

Applications can be submitted only through the official website until 22 December 2025, making timely registration crucial for all aspirants.