The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released a Deputation Vacancy Notification 2026 for senior-level posts in Accounts, Finance, and Legal disciplines. This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for serving Government officers seeking deputation in a prestigious national education body.
CBSE is inviting online applications for Additional Internal Auditor & Financial Advisor (IAFA), Senior Accounts Officer, and Under Secretary (Legal) posts. These positions come with attractive 7th Pay Commission salaries, central deputation benefits, and postings across India.
If you are a Central/State Government officer, PSU employee, or working in an autonomous/statutory body, this article will help you understand eligibility, salary, application process, documents required, and common mistakes to avoid—all in one place.
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🔍 Quick Review – CBSE Deputation Recruitment 2026
- 📢 Recruiting Body: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- 🧾 Recruitment Type: Deputation (No absorption)
- 🧑💼 Total Vacancies: 04 Posts
- 💰 Pay Scale: Level-11 & Level-12 (7th CPC)
- 🗓️ Application Dates: 15 January 2026 to 13 February 2026
- 🎯 Maximum Age Limit: 56 Years
- 🏢 Posting Location: Any CBSE Office in India
- 📄 Mode of Application: Online + Hard Copy (through proper channel)
📌 Posts Available Under CBSE Deputation 2026
🧮 Additional Internal Auditor & Financial Advisor (IAFA)
- Pay Level: Level-12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200)
- Vacancies: 01
- Ideal For: Senior officers from Audit/Finance background
💼 Senior Accounts Officer
- Pay Level: Level-11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)
- Vacancies: 02
- Ideal For: Officers experienced in Accounts, Budget & Audit
⚖️ Under Secretary (Legal)
- Pay Level: Level-11
- Vacancies: 01
- Ideal For: Law officers handling legal matters in Govt offices
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (Post-Wise Explained Clearly)
🧮 IAFA Eligibility
You must:
- Hold an analogous post, OR
- Have 5 years service in Level-11, OR
- Have 9 years service in Level-9/10,
AND - Experience in Budget / Accounts / Financial Management
✅ Preference: Investment, fund management, securities experience
💼 Senior Accounts Officer Eligibility
You must:
- Hold an analogous post, OR
- Have 4 years in Level-9/10, OR
- Have 8 years combined service in Level-7 & 8,
AND - Experience in Accounts, Budget, Internal Audit, Commercial Accounting
💰 Application Fee
There is NO application fee for any post under CBSE Deputation Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can apply free of cost.
⚖️ Under Secretary (Legal) Eligibility
Mandatory:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Law Degree from a recognized institution
Service Requirement:
- Analogous post, OR
- 4 years in Level-10, OR
- 8 years in Level-7/8 combined
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years handling legal matters in Govt/Autonomous bodies
🧓 Age Limit (Important)
- Maximum Age: 56 years
- Calculated as on 13 February 2026
- ❌ No age relaxation mentioned
📝 Application Process – Step by Step (Don’t Miss This)
🌐 Step 1: Online Application
- Apply online between 15 Jan – 13 Feb 2026
- Upload:
- Self-attested certificates
- Experience documents
- NOC / APAR (if available)
📬 Step 2: Hard Copy Submission (Mandatory)
- Print submitted application
- Attach:
- Educational certificates
- Experience certificates
- APARs (last 5 years)
- Vigilance clearance
- Penalty statement (last 10 years)
- NOC & consent to relieve
- Send through proper channel
- Must reach CBSE within 30 days from opening of online link
📌 Applications without hard copy = Rejected
📂 Documents Required (Checklist for Applicants)
- 📑 Educational Qualification Proof
- 🧾 Experience Certificates (Annexure-I format)
- 📊 APAR/ACR of last 5 years
- 🛡️ Vigilance Clearance
- 🚫 Penalty Statement (last 10 years)
- ✅ No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- ✍️ Consent from Parent Department
🎤 Interview & Selection Process
The selection process for CBSE Deputation Recruitment 2026 will include shortlisting followed by an interview. The interview may be conducted in online or offline mode, purely at the discretion of CBSE.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive interview intimation through official communication. Candidates who are not shortlisted will not receive any separate notification.
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🚫 Who Should NOT Apply? (Common Disqualifications)
- ❌ Private sector employees
- ❌ CBSE employees in direct promotion line
- ❌ Incomplete or late applications
- ❌ Applications without proper channel
- ❌ Canvassing or false information
🌐 Language & Interpretation Clause
In case of any dispute arising due to interpretation of the notification in languages other than English, the English version of the official CBSE notification shall prevail and will be treated as final and binding.
❗ Common Problems Faced by Applicants (And How to Avoid Them)
❓ “I applied online but didn’t send hard copy”
➡️ Result: Automatic rejection
✔️ Always complete both stages
❓ “My experience certificate is generic”
➡️ Risk: Rejected during scrutiny
✔️ Clearly mention role, responsibility & duration
❓ “I will submit NOC later”
➡️ Allowed, but risky
✔️ Upload NOC/APAR with application if possible
❓ “I thought deputation means permanent job”
➡️ ❌ Wrong assumption
✔️ No absorption under this recruitment
📧 Helpdesk for Online Application Issues
Candidates facing any difficulty during online registration or form submission may contact CBSE through the following official email IDs:
Applicants are advised to mention their registration number, post applied for, and issue clearly while sending queries.
🏁 Final Advisory – Should You Apply?
CBSE Deputation Recruitment 2026 is a high-value opportunity for experienced Government officers seeking:
- Central deputation exposure
- Senior pay scales
- Professional growth in a national institution
However, it is documentation-heavy and strictly scrutinized. Apply only if you fully meet eligibility and can ensure proper channel submission.
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🌐 Important Links
- Official Link to Online Apply here
- Official Notification pdf download
- Official Website: cbse.gov.in
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