ASO (Assistant Section Officer)

ASO stands for Assistant Section Officer, a mid-level administrative role in India's government civil services. These officers sit between senior management and junior staff, handling administrative duties, policy implementation, and coordination across their department. ASOs work in ministries, departments, and public sector organizations throughout the country.

Day to day, that means managing departmental workflows, supervising clerical staff, and keeping operations running smoothly. ASOs draft official correspondence, maintain records, coordinate meetings, and help senior management with administrative decisions.