The Indian Army has released the CSBO Recruitment 2026 notification for Civilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) posts, offering 190 Grade-II vacancies. This recruitment provides a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking a Group ‘C’ government job under the Ministry of Defence. The application process is currently open, and eligible candidates can apply within the given schedule by submitting their forms in the prescribed format.
Indian Army CSBO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The official notification PDF for Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Recruitment 2026 has been released for Civilian Switch Board Operator posts across different commands. Applicants are advised to go through the notification carefully to confirm eligibility requirements, including educational qualifications, age limit, and technical skills. The application process is offline, and duly filled forms along with necessary documents must be submitted on or before 31 May 2026.
Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Post Name |
Civilian Switch Board Operator (CSBO) Grade-II
|
| Total Vacancies | 190 |
| Category | Group ‘C’ |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Registration Dates |
2 May to 31 May 2026
|
| Educational Qualification |
10th Pass + PBX Handling Experience
|
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 Years |
| Salary |
₹21,700 (Pay Level-3)
|
| Official Website |
indianarmy.nic.in
|
Indian Army CSBO Grade II 2026: Important Dates
Candidates are advised to complete their application process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues
- Application Start Date: 2 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified
Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Vacancy 2026
A total of 190 vacancies have been announced for CSBO Grade-II posts. The category-wise distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 94 |
| OBC | 43 |
| SC | 22 |
| ST | 12 |
| EWS | 19 |
| Total | 190 |
Indian Army CSBO Application Form 2026 (Offline)
The application process for the Indian Army CSBO Recruitment 2026 has been initiated. Eligible and interested candidates are required to send their duly filled application forms along with the necessary documents to the official email ID: sunshine.rise@nic.in. Alternatively, applications can also be submitted to the following postal address: The Commandant, Headquarters, 2 Signal Training Centre, Panaji (Goa) – 403001.
Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates planning to apply for the Indian Army CSBO Vacancy 2026 should carefully review the detailed notification to confirm their eligibility regarding educational qualifications and age requirements.
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per government norms:
• OBC: 3 years
• SC/ST: 5 years
• PwBD: 10 years
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have passed Matric (10th) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. Applicants should have proficiency in handling Private Branch Exchange (PBX) boards.
Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Selection Process 2026
The selection for the Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Recruitment 2026 is carried out in two stages. Candidates must first appear for a Written Examination, and those who qualify will proceed to the Practical Test and Interview round. The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of written exam scores, while the second stage will be qualifying only.
Indian Army CSBO Exam Pattern 2026
- The examination will be conducted in an objective multiple-choice question (MCQ) format.
- The question paper will carry a maximum of 100 marks.
- The paper will be available in both English and Hindi Languages.
| Part | Subject | Marks |
| Part I | General Intelligence & Numerical Aptitude | 25 (each) |
| Part II | General Awareness | |
| Part III | General English | |
| Part IV | Logic & Reasoning | |
| Total | 100 | |
Indian Army CSBO Grade 2 Salary 2026
The selected candidates for the Civilian Switch Board Operator Grade-II (CSBO) post will get a monthly salary of Rs 21,700 under Pay Level-3 (Cell-1). In addition to the basic pay, they will also be entitled to various government allowances and other benefits as per the applicable rules.
| Post Name | Salary |
| Civilian Switch Board Operator Grade-II (CSBO) |
Rs 21,700/- + allowances (Level-3, Cell-1)
|


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