📋 Quick Overview – DoPT ASO Pre‑Appointment Formalities (CGLE 2025)

📅 Important Dates & Deadlines

📌 Background – Why This Notice is Crucial for ASO CGLE 2025 Candidates

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducted the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGLE) 2025, and based on the merit list, candidates were allocated to the post of Assistant Section Officer in Central Secretariat Service (CSS). The DoPT has now initiated the pre‑appointment formalities – a mandatory stage before document verification and final appointment. All selected candidates must complete the online process within the stipulated deadlines, failing which they will not be considered for appointment. The letter emphasizes that mere submission of willingness and documents does not guarantee appointment; final selection is subject to verification of eligibility, character antecedents, and medical fitness.

The notice also highlights a pending court case (WP(C) No. 1733/2026 in Delhi High Court) – any allocation/appointment which is the subject matter of that case shall be subject to the final outcome of the writ petition.

📊 List of Selected Candidates – ASO (CSS) through CGLE 2025

The official PDF contains a list of approximately 982 candidates selected for ASO (CSS) based on their CGLE 2025 rank. The list includes details like Serial No., Name, Gender, Date of Birth, and Rank. Below is a representative sample of the first 50 candidates to help you verify your name. The complete PDF can be downloaded from the DoPT website or the link provided in this article.

📌 Note: The above is only a sample. All selected candidates should download the complete PDF from the DoPT website (direct link) to verify their name, rank, and other details.

📝 Step‑by‑Step Guide to Complete Pre‑Appointment Formalities

🔐 Step 1: Access the CGLE Portal & Register

• Visit the official CGLE Portal: https://cgle.dopt.gov.in.
• Click on "Forgot Password" to create a new password using your registered email ID and mobile number (the same used during CGLE application).
• Enter your email address and mobile number; OTPs will be sent to both.
• Enter the OTPs and complete the registration process to set a new password.
• Login using your email address and the newly created password.

📄 Step 2: Upload Required Documents (Soft Copies)

Before filling the attestation form, keep soft copies of the following documents ready (ensure they are clear, legible, and within size limits):

Note: All documents must be properly captured/scanned and fully readable. Illegible, blurred, cropped, or incomplete documents will not be accepted for verification.

📋 Step 3: Fill the Attestation Form (Online)

The attestation form is a detailed questionnaire that must be filled online. Candidates must answer all questions truthfully. Key points:

• Fields such as name, date of birth, category, email address, PwBD status, etc., are pre‑populated from the CGLE application form and cannot be changed online.
• If you notice any error or discrepancy, you must make a detailed representation to DoPT via email (cs1-a-dopt@gov.in) with supporting documents.
• If you answer "Yes" to any item under column 15(i) of the attestation form (disclosure of criminal charges, etc.), you must upload self‑attested copies of all relevant supporting documents.
• For candidates who have declared themselves as resident of Delhi or filled a Delhi address in the residential history, an additional Delhi Police Verification Format will be available on the portal, which must be filled.

🏥 Step 4: Medical Fitness Certificate

All candidates are required to undergo a medical examination and obtain a fitness certificate from a competent medical authority. The certificate must be in the prescribed format (Annexure‑III of the DoPT letter).

• Acceptable authorities: Civil Surgeon, District/Principal/Chief Medical Officer, Medical Superintendent, Deputy Medical Superintendent, Chairman/Deputy Chairman of a Medical Board, or Chief Casualty Medical Officer. An illustrative list is given in Appendix I of the DoPT letter.
• NOT acceptable: Certificates issued by a Medical Officer, Medical Resident, Resident Medical Officer, Specialist, or Casualty Medical Officer.
• Already employed government servants may submit an attested copy of the medical report obtained at the time of their previous appointment, provided it was issued by a competent authority.
• Upload the scanned copy of the medical certificate on the portal and bring the original on the day of document verification.

📑 Step 5: Fill Candidate Detail Form (Annexure‑IV)

This is a short form requesting basic details and is mandatory to fill. It will be available on the portal after logging in.

🏛️ Step 6: Fill Preferences for Ministries/Departments (Deadline: 17 June 2026)

This is a critical step – candidates must indicate their preferences for posting in various ministries/departments. The ministries are divided into four groups:

• Group A – Rural Development & Social Sector: Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, AYUSH, Cooperation, Culture, Drinking Water, Food & Public Distribution, Health, Education, Minority Affairs, Panchayati Raj, Rural Development, Skill Development, Social Justice, Sports, Tribal Affairs, Water Resources, Women & Child Development, Youth Affairs, and others.
• Group B – Economy, Finance & Industries: Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Commerce, Corporate Affairs, DIPAM, Economic Affairs, Expenditure, Fertilizers, Financial Services, Heavy Industries, Labour & Employment, MSME, DPIIT, Public Enterprises, Revenue, Statistics & PI, Steel, Textiles, and others.
• Group C – Infrastructure, Resources & Technology: Biotechnology, Civil Aviation, Coal, Earth Sciences, Environment, Housing & Urban Affairs, Mines, New & Renewable Energy, Petroleum & Natural Gas, Posts, Power, Road Transport & Highways, Science & Technology, Scientific & Industrial Research, Shipping, Telecommunications, and others.
• Group D – Governance & Security: Defence, DONER, Home Affairs, Information & Broadcasting, Legal Affairs, NITI Aayog, Personnel & Training, Staff Selection Commission, UPSC, and others.

Rules for filling preferences:

• You must fill exactly 20 preferences – 5 from each group.
• Do not give the same preference to more than one ministry/department, even across groups.
• Preferences can be changed only before final submission of the attestation form. Once the form is finally submitted, no changes are allowed.
• The deadline for filling preferences is 17 June 2026. No further opportunity will be given.

✅ Step 7: Final Submission of Attestation Form

After filling all modules (willingness form, attestation form, medical certificate upload, candidate detail form, and preferences), you must click the "FINAL SUBMIT" button. Once final submission is done, no changes can be made to any module. Ensure all information is correct before final submission.

📂 Documents Required for Document Verification (Original Copies)

After the online formalities, candidates will be called for physical document verification (DV) at the DoPT office in New Delhi. The schedule will be announced on the DoPT website. Candidates must bring the following original documents:

• Matriculation Certificate & Mark Sheet (as proof of date of birth – DOB will be reckoned only from this certificate)
• Senior Secondary (10+2) Certificate & Mark Sheet
• Graduation Mark Sheets & Degree Certificate (result must have been declared on or before 01 August 2025)
• Category Certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) in the format prescribed in the CGLE 2025 notification, issued by the competent authority. For EWS, the certificate must be based on income of Financial Year 2024-25 and valid for 2025-26. For OBC, the crucial date is the closing date for receipt of applications (04 July 2025).
• PwBD Certificate in the format prescribed (Annexure XII, XIII & XIV of CGLE 2025 notification), if applicable.
• Certificate for age relaxation as a Central Govt. Civilian employee (if applicable) in the prescribed format (Annexure VI).
• Medical Fitness Certificate as per Annexure‑III of the DoPT letter.
• Two recent passport‑size photographs (not older than 6 months).
• Two photo‑bearing identification proofs (Driving License, Voter ID, Aadhaar, PAN Card, Government/University ID, etc.).

Important: The use of a black ball point pen or gel pen is strictly prohibited during document verification.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria for ASO (CSS) – CGLE 2025 (Recap)

• Educational Qualification: Graduation degree from a recognized university (result declared on or before 01 August 2025).
• Age Limit (as on 01 August 2025): 20–30 years (General), with age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), etc., as per Central Government norms.

💰 Salary & Pay Scale – Assistant Section Officer (CSS)

In addition to the basic pay, ASOs receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits as per Central Government rules.

📚 Foundation Course & Probation

All selected candidates will have to undergo a foundation course organized by the Institute of Secretariat Training and Management (ISTM) or any other institute nominated for this purpose. The foundation course is compulsory and must be completed as part of successful completion of probation in service. Dates will be announced after appointment.

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✅ Conclusion

The DoPT's pre‑appointment letter for ASO (CSS) through CGLE 2025 marks the final stage before document verification and appointment. All selected candidates must act immediately – register on the CGLE Portal, upload all required documents, fill the attestation form and preferences, and obtain a valid medical fitness certificate, all before the stringent deadlines. Missing any deadline or providing incorrect information will lead to disqualification. This is a prestigious opportunity to join the Central Secretariat Service, a Group B post with excellent career growth. We strongly advise candidates to keep checking the DoPT website (dopt.gov.in) for updates on the document verification schedule and foundation course dates. For more such government job updates, stay connected with Sarkari Nokrii. Best of luck to all selected candidates!