The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has shortlisted 85 candidates for 27 Assistant Programmer posts within the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Eight candidates were rejected from consideration for these positions.
UPSC rejected the eight candidates due to specific document non-submission. One candidate failed to submit a community certificate under general criteria. Four candidates did not provide required documents. Three additional candidates failed to submit mandatory certificates specific to the Assistant Programmer post.
These Assistant Programmer positions fall under the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). The DoPT operates within the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
The selection process included specific operational guidelines. OBC candidates are considered eligible pending an undertaking, which UPSC will collect during interviews. A birth certificate is not accepted as valid proof of date of birth. The Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate remains valid for the 2024-25 financial year.
UPSC also clarified relevant academic qualifications. Degrees in Information Technology, Information Security, and Theoretical Computer Science are considered appropriate for the Assistant Programmer role. This aligns with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) gazette notification on relevant fields.
Eligibility Criteria for CBI Assistant Programmer Posts
Candidates for the CBI Assistant Programmer posts must meet one of the following educational and experience criteria:
- Master’s Degree: A Master’s degree in Computer Application, Computer Science, or Master of Technology (with specialization in Computer Application) from a recognized university or institute.
OR A Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Technology from a recognized university or institute. - Bachelor’s Degree with Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Application, Computer Science, Electronics, or Electronics and Communication Engineering from a recognized university.
AND Two years of experience in electronic data processing work. This experience must include knowledge of actual programming. The experience must come from a recognized institute, central or state government offices, Union Territories (UTs), autonomous or statutory organizations, public sector undertakings, universities, or recognized research institutes. - Diploma with Experience: An ‘A’ level diploma under the Department of Electronic Accredited Computer Courses (DOEACC) program.
OR A Post-Graduate Diploma in Computer Application offered under a university program.
AND Three years of experience in electronic data processing work. This experience must include an understanding of actual programming. The experience must come from a recognized institute, central or state government offices, Union Territories (UTs), autonomous or statutory organizations, public sector undertakings, universities, or recognized research institutes.
The shortlisting process progresses candidates to the next stages, which typically involve interviews and further verification of submitted documents against the specified eligibility requirements.