{"id":89580,"date":"2025-05-26T10:11:59","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T04:41:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=89580"},"modified":"2025-05-26T10:14:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T04:44:16","slug":"ssc-cgl-aso-vs-ssc-cgl-aao-accounts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-aso-vs-ssc-cgl-aao-accounts\/","title":{"rendered":"SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) | Eligibility, Vacancy, Salary, Powers, Responsibilities"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-aso-vs-ssc-cgl-aao-accounts\/#SSC_CGL_ASO_vs_SSC_CGL_AAO\" >SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-aso-vs-ssc-cgl-aao-accounts\/#SSC_CGL_ASO_vs_SSC_CGL_AAO_Accounts_Eligibility_Criteria\" >SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-aso-vs-ssc-cgl-aao-accounts\/#SSC_CGL_ASO_vs_SSC_CGL_AAO_Accounts_Salary\" >SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-aso-vs-ssc-cgl-aao-accounts\/#FAQs\" >FAQ&#8217;s<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Aspirants taking the SSC CGL Exam should be aware of the numerous tasks and duties as well as the comprehensive job description of the position they are looking for. In order to correctly organise their study plan, aspirants studying for the SSC Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGL) should be conversant with the curriculum. Employees of the SSC CGL are paid differently according to the position they have. Here we provide a comparison between <strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO <\/strong>positions.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_ASO_vs_SSC_CGL_AAO\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam, the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) offers one of the most prestigious positions. Assistant Section Officer (ASO), formerly known as Assistant in the Central Secretariat Service, is one of the most popular jobs (CSS). An ASO reports to a Section Officer, who is in charge of the section. A section is the lowest unit in the Indian government. CSS is the backbone of administrative operations in India&#8217;s central government, providing permanent bureaucracy and functionary workers. Another way to become a Gazetted Officer in the Government of India is to work as an Assistant Account Officer(AAO). It&#8217;s one of just two Gazetted officer positions available via the SSC CGL test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl\/?ref=ContTM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Prepare for SSC CGL Exam Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_ASO_vs_SSC_CGL_AAO_Accounts_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Eligibility<\/strong> Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When preparing for the SSC CGL exam, candidates often compare the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-eligibility\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;SSC CGL Eligibility&nbsp;<\/a>criteria for different posts to determine which positions they qualify for. Two such popular posts under SSC CGL are Assistant Section Officer (ASO) and Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO<strong>)<\/strong>. While both offer prestigious career opportunities in various ministries and departments, their eligibility requirements particularly in terms of age and educational qualifications differ. The table below provides a detailed comparison of the SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO eligibility criteria to help aspirants make an informed decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nationality<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Citizen of India- Subject of Nepal or Bhutan- Tibetan refugee (came before 1st Jan 1962)- PIO from select countries intending permanent settlement in India<\/td><td>\u2013 Same eligibility as ASO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Age Limit<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 20 to 30 years- Born between 1st Feb 1991 and 1st Jan 2001 (approx.)- Age relaxation applicable<\/td><td>\u2013 Not exceeding 30 years- Born between 2nd Jan 1992 and 1st Jan 2004 (approx.)- Age relaxation applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Age Relaxation<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 OBC: 3 years- SC\/ST: 5 years- PwD (Gen): 10 years- PwD + OBC: 13 years- PwD + SC\/ST: 15 years- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years (after service)- Defence personnel disabled in duty: 3\u20138 years (based on category)<\/td><td>\u2013 Same as ASO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Educational Qualification<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Bachelor\u2019s degree in any discipline from a recognized university<\/td><td>\u2013 Bachelor\u2019s degree from a recognized university-&nbsp;<strong>Desirable<\/strong>: CA, CMA, CS, M.Com, MBA (Finance), Master\u2019s in Business Studies\/Economics<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Vacancy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From 2014 forward, the following table shows the total number of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-vacancy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Vacancies<\/a>&nbsp;available for various categories in the SSC CGL Exam. Before applying for the SSC CGL 2025, candidates should look at the table below to see the average vacancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Vacancy<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Download Link<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2024 -25<\/td><td>18,236<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-Final-Vacancy-2024-25.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2023<\/td><td>7,859<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2023-Final-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2022<\/td><td>36,001<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2022-Vcancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2021<\/td><td>7,621<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2021-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2020<\/td><td>7,108<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2020-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2019<\/td><td>8,428<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2019-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2018<\/td><td>12,613<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2018-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2017<\/td><td>8,121<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2017-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2016<\/td><td>10,661<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/ssc-cgl-final-vacancy-2016.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2015<\/td><td>8,561<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/SSC-CGL-2015-Vacancy.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2014<\/td><td>17,166<\/td><td><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/ssc-cgl-final-vacancy-2014.pdf?ref=examinfo-ssc-cgl-vacancy\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Vacancy of the previous year<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of vacant jobs is published in the SSC CGL announcement, along with a breakdown of vacancies by category and post. The openings for 2025 will be revealed shortly. The table below will assist candidates in understanding the departments and postings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Post<\/strong><\/td><td><strong><br>Department<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>UR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>EWS<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>OBC<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SC<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ST<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>ESM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pwd<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)<\/td><td>Indian Audit &amp; Accounts Dept (C&amp;AG)<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/td><td>Central Secretariat Service (DoPT)<\/td><td>69<\/td><td>8<\/td><td>51<\/td><td>13<\/td><td>10<\/td><td>151<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/td><td>Intelligence Bureau<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/td><td>Ministry of External Affairs<\/td><td>38<\/td><td>8<\/td><td>24<\/td><td>13<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>89<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/td><td>AFHQ (Ministry of Defence)<\/td><td>36<\/td><td>8<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>15<\/td><td>9<\/td><td>88<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/td><td>Other Ministries &amp; Orgs*<\/td><td>8<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-typing-test\/?\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt SSC CGL Typing test for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SSC_CGL_ASO_vs_SSC_CGL_AAO_Accounts_Salary\"><\/span><strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSC CGL Salary<\/a>&nbsp;scale for an Assistant Section Officer in several departments is shown in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>DEPARTMENT\/MINISTRY<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PAY BAND<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PAY GRADE<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Intelligence Bureau (IB)<\/td><td>Rs.9300- Rs.34800<\/td><td>Rs.4600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Central Secretariat Service (CSS)<\/td><td>Rs.9300- Rs.34800<\/td><td>Rs.4600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ministry of Railway<\/td><td>Rs.9300- Rs.34800<\/td><td>Rs.4600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ministry of External Affairs<\/td><td>Rs.9300- Rs.34800<\/td><td>Rs.4600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other Organizations\/Departments\/Ministries<\/td><td>Rs.9300- Rs.34800<\/td><td>Rs.4600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Armed Forces Headquarters (AFHQ)<\/td><td>Rs.9300- Rs.34800<\/td><td>Rs.4600<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The job&#8217;s greatest benefit is the ease with which it may be completed. Workplace stress is manageable, and you get numerous vacation days. Furthermore, the working hours are convenient. You will work a set shift from 9 AM to 5 PM There are no prospects of a move because the headquarters are in Delhi. You will only be assigned to the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from a competitive salary, an Assistant Section Officer in one of the aforementioned departments is also entitled to the following benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>ALLOWANCES BASIC<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>CATEGORY X<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>CATEGORY Y<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>CATEGORY Z<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic<\/td><td>44900<\/td><td>44900<\/td><td>44900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dearness Allowance<\/td><td>13919<\/td><td>13919<\/td><td>13919<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transport Allowance<\/td><td>3600<\/td><td>1800<\/td><td>1800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>House Rent Allowance<\/td><td>10776<\/td><td>7184<\/td><td>3592<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NPS<\/td><td>4490<\/td><td>4490<\/td><td>4490<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gross salary<\/td><td>73195<\/td><td>67803<\/td><td>64211<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CGEGIS<\/td><td>2500<\/td><td>2500<\/td><td>2500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CGHS<\/td><td>325<\/td><td>325<\/td><td>325<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deductions<\/td><td>7315<\/td><td>7315<\/td><td>7315<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In-hand salary<\/td><td>65880<\/td><td>60488<\/td><td>56896<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The salary scale for an SSC CGL Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) are shown in the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>All numbers in INR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>X class cities<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Y class cities (Higher TA)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Y class cities<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Z class cities<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic salary<\/td><td>47,600\/-<\/td><td>47,600\/-<\/td><td>47,600\/-<\/td><td>47,600\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HRA<\/td><td>11,424\/-<\/td><td>7616\/-<\/td><td>7616\/-<\/td><td>3808\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DA (31%)<\/td><td>14756\/-<\/td><td>14756\/-<\/td><td>14756\/-<\/td><td>14756\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TA<\/td><td>4212\/-<\/td><td>4212\/-<\/td><td>2106\/-<\/td><td>2106\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gross salary<\/td><td>77,992\/-<\/td><td>74184\/-<\/td><td>72078\/-<\/td><td>68270\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DeductionsNPS<\/td><td>5570\/-<\/td><td>5570\/-<\/td><td>5570\/-<\/td><td>5570\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Income tax<\/td><td>4000\/-<\/td><td>4000\/-<\/td><td>4000\/-<\/td><td>4000\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional tax<\/td><td>200\/-<\/td><td>200\/-<\/td><td>200\/-<\/td><td>200\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CGEGIS<\/td><td>60\/-<\/td><td>60\/-<\/td><td>60\/-<\/td><td>60\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total deductions<\/td><td>9830\/-<\/td><td>9830\/-<\/td><td>9830\/-<\/td><td>9830\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In-hand salary<\/td><td>68162\/-<\/td><td>64354\/-<\/td><td>62248\/-<\/td><td>58440\/-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The figures are based on publicly accessible information. The Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) is paid at pay level 8, which starts at Rs. 47,600, according to the pay matrix of the 7th pay commission. As an Assistant Accounts Officer, your starting pay would be Rs. 47,600. This portion of your payment remains constant regardless of where you work or what you accomplish. HRA (House Rent Allowance), DA (Dearness Allowance), TA (Transport Allowance), and LTC are some of the perks you&#8217;ll get as an Assistant Accounts Officer (Leave Travel Concession).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-previous-year-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Download SSC CGL Previous Year Papers PDF for free<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SSC CGL ASO vs SSC CGL AAO (Accounts) Powers &amp; Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) and Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) posts under SSC CGL offer unique roles and responsibilities in the Central Government. Understanding their key duties helps aspirants decide which post aligns with their skills and interests. Below is a detailed comparison of the powers and responsibilities of ASO and AAO:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Assistant Section Officer (ASO)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Posting Department<\/strong><\/td><td>Various Ministries (e.g., MEA, DoPT, MoD)<\/td><td>Indian Audit &amp; Accounts Department (under CAG)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Job Nature<\/strong><\/td><td>Administrative and policy-related desk job<\/td><td>Finance and accounts-related desk job<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Core Responsibilities<\/strong><\/td><td>&#8211; Drafting, noting, submitting cases- Assisting in policy formulation &amp; implementation- Reviewing and monitoring policy execution- Coordinating with Parliament and Central Secretariat- Preparing replies for litigation\/court cases- Budget and cadre management<\/td><td>&#8211; Passing government bills- Drafting payment receipts- Supervising subordinates and assigning duties- Maintaining departmental discipline and order- Keeping financial records\/registers updated- Drafting reports and statutory accounts- Preparing budget forecasts and financial plans<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Work Timing<\/strong><\/td><td>Mostly 9 AM to 5:30 PM (govt. hours)<\/td><td>Fixed hours: 9 AM to 5 PM (govt. office)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Work Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Desk job with clerical and file movement<\/td><td>Desk job with financial oversight<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Skill Focus<\/strong><\/td><td>Policy analysis, administrative knowledge, coordination<\/td><td>Financial analysis, auditing, supervision, planning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Explore All SSC CGL Courses<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQ&#8217;s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1641360000494\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. What does an Assistant Section Officer(ASO) do?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. The primary responsibilities of an ASO in CSS include clerical tasks such as filing and preparing reports, routine notes, composing and submitting letters to higher authorities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1641360014807\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. In CSS, what is an SSC CGL assistant section officer?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. The Assistant Section Officer, or ASO, in the Central Secretariat Service (CSS), is a government of India Grade B position. They are essentially a desk position that serves as a link between the Parliament and the Central Secretariat.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1641360117085\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Is SSC CGL a difficult exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. 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It&#8217;s one of just two Gazetted officer positions available via the SSC CGL test.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1641360258572\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q6. Is it possible for a candidate to apply for more than one position in the SSC CGL 2025?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, a candidate can apply for more than one job at the same time for SSC CGL 2025 if they meet the eligibility requirements for both.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1641360272879\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q7. Is there any kind of reservation in the SSC CGL?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, there are no reservations for government civil servants. 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