The Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CSIR-CIMFR), a constituent laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Security Officer. This is a prestigious opportunity for Ex-Servicemen and personnel from Para-Military forces to serve in a security role at one of India’s premier scientific research institutes. The recruitment will be conducted through physical assessment and written examination. Interested candidates must apply offline before 02 February 2026.
Name of Organization
Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CSIR-CIMFR)
Post Name
Security Officer
Education
Ex-Servicemen JCO / Para-military equivalent with relevant experience
Total Vacancies
01
Salary
Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400)
Age Limit
Max 35 years (as on 02-02-2026)
Application Fee
Rs. 500/- (Exempt for SC/ST/Women)
Selection Process
Physical Test, Written Exam
Apply Mode
Offline (Registered/Speed Post)
Job Location
CSIR-CIMFR, Dhanbad
Last Date To Apply
02 February 2026, 05:30 PM
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Security Officer
01
JCO/Para-Military Rank with 10 years’ experience
How to Apply
Visit the official website: www.cimfr.nic.in to download the application format.
Fill in all the details carefully and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
Attach self-attested copies of:
Discharge certificate / Service certificate
Proof of age and qualifications
Caste certificate (if applicable)
E-receipt of application fee (if applicable)
Send the completed application by Registered/Speed Post to: Administrative Officer, CSIR-CIMFR, Barwa Road, Dhanbad – 826015 (Jharkhand)
Envelope should be superscribed with: “Application for the Post of Security Officer – Advt No. CIMFR-01/2026”
Ensure the application reaches by 02 February 2026, 05:30 PM
Selection Process
Physical & Personality Assessment Test: Qualifying in nature.
Written Examination:
Paper I (Objective – Mental Ability): 100 marks, 90 mins, threshold: 30%
Paper II (Subjective): 100 marks, 2 hours, threshold: 35%
Topics: Report Writing, Comprehension, Security Regulations, General Awareness
Final merit will be based on marks obtained in Paper II only.