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CISF Recruitment 2026: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will recruit 23 candidates for the post of Pharmacist and Lab Technician. It is an organization under the Union Home Ministry. The candidates will be appointed as Assistant Sub-Inspectors. This is a temporary appointment, but there is a possibility of a permanent. Both males and females are eligible to apply.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), a paramilitary force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced recruitment for Pharmacist and Lab Technician posts. Eligible candidates from across India can apply online for these positions.
The recruitment drive aims to fill 23 vacancies, and selected candidates will be appointed as Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASI). While the appointments will initially be temporary, there is a possibility of permanent absorption based on service requirements and performance.
Vacancy Details for CISF Recruitment
Pharmacist
Total Vacancies: 18
Category-wise distribution:
- General: 10
- SC: 2
- ST: 1
- OBC: 4
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 1
Lab Technician
Total Vacancies: 5
Category-wise distribution:
- General: 4
- OBC: 1
Educational Qualification
For Pharmacist Post
Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (10+2) or an equivalent examination. In addition, applicants should possess a Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized institution. The candidate’s name should be registered as a Pharmacist wherever required by applicable regulations.
For Lab Technician Post
Candidates should have passed Higher Secondary (Science stream) or equivalent. They must also hold a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized institution.
Age Limit
As per the notification, candidates should be between 18 and 28 years of age as of July 7, 2026.
Age relaxation is available as follows:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- Other eligible reserved categories: As per government norms
Physical Standards
Height
Male Candidates
- General/OBC/Other categories: 170 cm
- Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas and specified categories: 165 cm
- ST candidates: 162.5 cm
Female Candidates
- General/OBC/Other categories: 157 cm
- Garhwalis, Kumaonis, Gorkhas and specified categories: 155 cm
- ST candidates: 154 cm
Chest (Male Candidates Only)
- Unexpanded: 80 cm
- Expanded: 85 cm
Relaxations are applicable for certain reserved categories as per the recruitment rules.
Candidates must also maintain a weight proportional to their height and age.
Salary Structure for CISF Recruitment
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary in the range of Rs.29,200 to Rs.92,300, making it an attractive opportunity for diploma holders seeking stable government employment.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of multiple stages:
- Computer-Based Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Documentation Verification
- Basic Vocational Aptitude Test
- Medical Examination
The written examination will include objective-type multiple-choice questions. The total marks will be 100, and the duration of the examination will be two hours.
How to Apply for CISF Recruitment
Applications must be submitted online through the official CISF recruitment portal.
Applicants should:
- Create an online account
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload a photograph and a signature in the prescribed format
- Submit the application before the deadline
The notification states that the photograph should not be older than three months and must clearly display the date on which it was taken.
Official Notification: Download
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS candidates: Rs.100
- Women candidates: Exempted
- SC/ST candidates: Exempted
- Ex-servicemen: Exempted
The fee can be paid through online modes such as debit card, credit card, internet banking, or UPI.
Important Date
- Last Date to Apply Online: July 9, 2026
Candidates interested in joining CISF are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
