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Cabinet Secretariat SFO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 25 Technical Posts

Posted: Jun 15, 2026 05:27 PM IST
Updated: Aug 16, 2026 08:45 AM IST
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The Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No. 01/2026) for the post of Senior Field Officer (Technical). Eligible candidates possessing a valid GATE score can apply for these prestigious central government opportunities. Aspirants are advised to review all criteria, educational requirements, and submission processes carefully before dispatching their documents.

Cabinet Secretariat Recruitment 2026 Overview

Before proceeding with the application, candidates can review the key highlights of the recruitment drive outlined in the table below:

Organisation Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India
Post Senior Field Officer (Technical)
Vacancies 25
Advt No. 01/2026
Mode of Application Offline
Registration Dates 9th June to 12th July 2026
Gate Score Required Yes (2024/ 2025/ 2026)
Selection Process Shortlisting, Gate Score + Interview
Official website https://cabsec.gov.in/

Vacancy Distribution

A total of 25 positions have been distributed across different specialized technical fields. Detailed breakdown of vacancies can be found below:

Subjects Vacancies
Computer Science / Information Technology 10
Electronics and/or Communication / Telecommunication 10
Data Science / Artificial Intelligence or CS with specialisation in DS/AI 03
Mathematics 01
Civil Engineering 01
Total 25

Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications

To apply for the Senior Field Officer (Technical) positions, applicants must fulfill the following mandatory qualifications:

  • Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (B.E./B.Tech.) or Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc.) in a relevant subject from a recognized university or institution.
  • GATE Score: A minimum GATE score of 500 (or 50% percentile) in the relevant paper is mandatory. Valid GATE scorecards from 2024, 2025, or 2026 are accepted.
  • Age Limit: Maximum 35 years as of 12/07/2026.

How to Submit Applications for Cabinet Secretariat SFO Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted strictly through offline channels according to the step-by-step guidelines provided below:

  1. Download the application form from the Employment News or from the official notification PDF (Cabinet Secretariat Senior Field Officer Technical Notification 2026 PDF).
  2. Fill in the form on A4 size paper in English capital (block) letters using black or blue ink only.
  3. Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph and write your name and date of birth on the back.
  4. Attach all required self-attested documents.
  5. Send the envelope by Ordinary Post to Post Bag No. 001, Lodhi Road Head Post Office, New Delhi – 110003 by 12th July 2026.

After dispatching your application via ordinary post within the given registration timeline (9th June to 12th July 2026), keep a copy of your application form and postal receipt safely. Candidates should monitor the official website for further updates regarding shortlisting, interview schedules, and admit card releases.

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