CBSE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for Additional IAFA, Senior Accounts Officer, Under Secretary and Other Posts
January 18, 2026
Latest notifications for CBSE recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
CBSE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 04 Deputation Posts | Last Date: 13th February 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced recruitment for 04 high-level posts on a deputation basis. The vacancies include Additional Internal Auditor & Financial Advisor (IAFA), Senior Accounts Officer, and Under Secretary (Legal). This is an excellent opportunity for experienced officers from Central/State Government departments, PSUs, and Autonomous Bodies to work with a leading national education board. The application process is online followed by physical submission of the application form. The last date to apply online is 13 February 2026.
Additional IAFA, Senior Accounts Officer, Under Secretary (Legal)
Education
Bachelor’s / Law Degree / Accounts/Finance cadre officers (as per post)
Total Vacancies
04
Apply Mode
Online + Hardcopy submission
Job Location
Any CBSE office (India-wide)
Online Application Start Date
15 January 2026
Last Date To Apply Online
13 February 2026
Hardcopy Submission Deadline
Within 30 days from 15 January 2026 (i.e., by 14 February 2026)
CBSE Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education / Eligibility
Additional IAFA (Post Code: AC/01/26)
01
Officers from Audit/Accounts cadre + 5 yrs in Level-11 or 9 yrs in Level-9/10
Senior Accounts Officer (Post Code: AC/02/26)
02
Officers from Audit/Accounts cadre + 4 yrs in Level-9/10 or 8 yrs in Level-7/8
Under Secretary (Legal) (Post Code: US/01/26)
01
Bachelor’s + Law Degree + 3 yrs experience in legal matters
Eligibility Criteria
Additional IAFA
Essential:
Officers from Audit/Finance/Accounts Cadres
Must be:
Holding analogous post, OR
With 5 years’ service in Level-11, OR
9 years in Level-9/10
Experience: Hands-on in budget, accounts, fund management
Desirable: Experience in investments, fund management, securities
Senior Accounts Officer
Essential:
Same cadre eligibility as above
Must have:
Analogous post, OR
4 years’ in Level-9/10, OR
8 years’ in Level-7/8
Experience: Accounts, Audit, Budget Compilation
Desirable: Experience in investments or fund management
Under Secretary (Legal)
Essential:
Bachelor’s Degree + Law Degree from recognized institutions
Must have:
Analogous post, OR
4 years’ in Level-10, OR
8 years’ in Level-8 or Level-7
Experience: At least 3 years handling legal matters in Govt/Autonomous/University/Board setups
Salary
Post
Pay Level (7th CPC)
Additional IAFA
Level-12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200)
Senior Accounts Officer
Level-11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)
Under Secretary (Legal)
Level-11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)
Age Limit
Maximum Age: 56 years (as on the closing date)
Application Fee
Not Applicable (as it is a deputation-based recruitment)
Selection Process
Screening based on eligibility
Recommendation by CBSE selection committee
Final approval subject to deputation rules
How to Apply
➤ Step 1: Visit the CBSE official portal: www.cbse.nic.in ➤ Step 2: Click on the recruitment link starting 15 January 2026 ➤ Step 3: Register and fill the online application form for your respective post ➤ Step 4: After submission, print the application form ➤ Step 5: Forward the hard copy through proper channel along with:
Cadre Clearance
Vigilance Clearance
Integrity Certificate
APARs for last 5 years
Statement of major/minor penalties (last 10 years)
➤ Step 6: Ensure hardcopy reaches CBSE within 30 days from 15 January 2026
CBSE Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 124 Group A, B & C Posts Across India [CLOSED]
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has released its Direct Recruitment Quota Examination 2026 (DRQ2026) notification for 124 Group A, B, and C posts. The recruitment is being conducted on an all-India competitive basis for appointments in various CBSE offices and regional centers. The vacancies include posts like Assistant Secretary, Assistant Professor, Superintendent, Junior Assistant, and others. Eligible Indian citizens, including graduates, postgraduates, and 12th pass candidates, can apply online from 2nd December 2025 to 22nd December 2025 27th December 2025. The selection will involve tiered examinations, skill tests, and interviews (for Group A). These posts offer competitive pay scales under Pay Levels 2, 6, and 10 depending on the group.