Post Name and Vacancies for Southern Command Recruitment 2023:

As per the Headquaters Southern Command Recruitment 2023 official notification, the post name is CSBO (Civilian Switch Board Operator) Grade-II, Group ‘C. The total number of vacancies is given below:

Age limit for Headquaters Southern Command Recruitment 2023:

As per the Headquarters Southern Command Recruitment 2023 official notification, the age limit for the application process is between 18 to 25 years, as of the prescribed last date for receipt of the application. It is important to note that this age limit is not absolute and may be subject to age relaxation as per government instructions.

Candidates belonging to certain categories are eligible for age relaxation, which includes OBC candidates, who are eligible for a relaxation of 3 years; SC/ST candidates, who are eligible for a relaxation of 5 years; and PwD candidates, who are eligible for a relaxation of 10 years.

The relaxation period for PwD candidates belonging to SC/ST is 5 years and for OBC candidates is 3 years. Additionally, ex-servicemen who have rendered service in Army, Navy, and Air Force are eligible for a relaxation of three years, and departmental candidates with 3 years of continuous service are eligible up to 40 years of age, which increases to 45 years for SC/ST candidates.

Salary for Southern Command Recruitment 2023:

As per the Headquarters Southern Command Recruitment 2023 official notification, the pay band for this position is Rs 21,700/- plus allowances (Level-3, Cell-1) as per the new pay matrix of the 7th CPC.

Educational Qualification for Headquaters Southern Command Recruitment 2023:

As per the Headquarters Southern Command Recruitment 2023 official notification, the essential and desirable qualifications are required for the job. The essential qualifications include Matric or equivalent from a recognized board and proficiency in handling a Private Branch Exchange (PBX) board. An experience certificate is also required to be provided.

The desirable qualification for the job is fluency in spoken English and Hindi. However, it is important to note that while desirable qualifications may enhance a candidate’s chances of being selected for the job, they are not mandatory. Thus, candidates who do not possess fluency in spoken English and Hindi but meet the essential qualifications may still be eligible for the job.

Selection Process for Headquaters Southern Command Recruitment 2023:

As per the Headquarters Southern Command Recruitment 2023 official notification, the selection process for the recruitment will be based on merit, which will be determined by the marks obtained in a Written Test and a Skill Test. The Written Test will consist of four parts –

Part I: General Intelligence & Reasoning,

Part II: General Awareness,

Part III: General English, and

Part IV: Numerical Aptitude.

The test will be conducted in an Objective Multiple Choice Type format, with a total of 100 marks. The question paper will be bilingual, in English and Hindi, with the exception of the questions in the English Language section, which will be in English only.

Candidates who qualify for the written test will have to undergo a skill test, which will be conducted to test their proficiency in handling exchange operations. This test will be for qualifying purposes only, and will not carry separate marks. The final selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the written test, subject to their qualifying in the skill test. In case of a large number of applications, the selection board may restrict the number of candidates based on the percentage of marks obtained in the prescribed minimum essential qualification, which is Matric or equivalent.

It is also important to note that no extra weightage will be given for additional, extra, or higher qualifications for recruitment. This means that the selection will be strictly based on the candidate’s performance in the written and skill tests, and their Matric or equivalent qualification. Fluency in spoken English and Hindi is desirable, but not essential. Proficiency in handling Private Branch Exchange (PBX) board is an essential qualification, and candidates will need to provide an experience certificate to demonstrate their proficiency.

How to Apply for Headquaters Southern Command Recruitment 2023:

As per Headquarters Southern Command Recruitment 2023 official notification, the application form needs to be sent only through post/speed post/registered post in an envelope. The envelope should be clearly super-scribed with “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF CSBO GRADE-II” in capital letters on the top. Reserved category candidates need to write their category on the left-hand corner of the envelope. It is important to note that no hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

Candidates need to ensure that their application is completed in all respects and that all the requisite documents are duly attested before sending the application. The completed application form along with the required documents needs to be sent to “The Officer-in-Charge, Southern Command Signal Regiment, Pune (Maharashtra), PIN-411001”. It is important to note that the last date for receipt of applications is 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement. Therefore, candidates need to ensure that their application reaches the designated address on or before the closing date.