Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)

**Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) Recruitment Notification** --- ### 1. Organization Overview The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) is an autonomous body under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. Headquartered in New Delhi, CCRAS is the apex body for the formulation, coordination, development, and promotion of research on scientific lines in Ayurveda and allied sciences. The Council has a robust network of institutions across the country and is committed to excellence in its field. --- ### 2. Available Positions CCRAS invites applications for multiple posts in its headquarters and various offices across India. The vacancies are as follows: **1. Private Secretary** - **Vacancies:** 4 - **Locations:** CCRAS Headquarters (New Delhi), CARI-Kolkata, CARI-New Delhi, CARI-Patiala **2. Stenographer Grade-I** - **Vacancies:** 3 - **Locations:** New Delhi, Bhubaneswar **3. Accountant** - **Vacancy:** 1 - **Location:** CCRAS Headquarters (New Delhi) **4. Upper Division Clerks (UDC)** - **Vacancies:** 25 - **Locations:** Gwalior, Kolkata, Gangtok, Mandi, Port Blair, Ranikhet, Itanagar, Chennai, Jaipur, New Delhi --- ### 3. General Eligibility Criteria **Educational Qualifications & Experience:** - **Private Secretary:** Officers holding analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department OR with 5 years’ regular service as Stenographer Grade-I in Pay Level-6. - **Stenographer Grade-I:** Officers holding analogous post on a regular basis OR with 10 years’ regular service as Stenographer Grade-III in Pay Level-4. - **Accountant:** Officers from Central Govt./Autonomous Bodies/State Govt./PSUs holding analogous post and having experience in cash, accounts, and budget work OR with 3 years’ regular service in Pay Level-6 with relevant experience OR with 3 years’ regular service as Accountant/Jr. Accountant. - **Upper Division Clerk (UDC):** Officers of Central Government holding analogous post on regular basis OR with 8 years’ regular service as Lower Division Clerk in Pay Level-2 or equivalent. **Age Limit:** Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of application. --- ### 4. Application Process - **Mode of Application:** Offline - Interested and eligible candidates are required to submit their applications in the prescribed format through proper channel. - Completed applications, along with requisite documents as detailed in the official advertisement, should be sent to the designated address mentioned in the notification. - Please refer to the official CCRAS website ([www.ccras.nic.in](http://www.ccras.nic.in)) for the detailed advertisement, application form, and submission instructions. --- ### 5. Important Dates - **Date of Advertisement in Employment News:** 6-12 June 2026 - **Last Date for Receipt of Applications:** Within 60 days from the date of publication (i.e., up to 5 August 2026) --- For detailed information about eligibility, application format, and other instructions, candidates are advised to visit the official CCRAS website regularly: [www.ccras.nic.in](http://www.ccras.nic.in) **Embark on a rewarding career in the field of Ayurvedic Sciences with CCRAS. Apply today!**