The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has officially released the notification for the Combined National Eligibility Test (NET), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) (T-6), and Senior Technical Officer (STO) (T-6) Examination – 2025. This is a golden opportunity for aspirants looking for agriculture research jobs, scientific officer posts, and technical positions in the agricultural sector. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official ASRB website before the last date: 21 May 2025. Don’t miss this chance to join India’s premier agricultural research and development organization through ASRB Recruitment 2025.
ASRB Recruitment 2025 – Govt Jobs for Scientists 2025
| Exam Name | Combined National Eligibility Test (NET), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) (T-6), and Senior Technical Officer (STO) (T-6) Examination – 2025 |
| Vacancies | 458 |
| Age Limit | 21 – 35 years |
| Pay Scale | Rs.57700 – 182400/- |
| Qualification | Master degree or equivalent in the concerned discipline from any Indian university. |
ASRB Application Fee 2025 – Category-wise Details
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has prescribed the following application fees for candidates applying to NET, ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6) posts under ASRB Recruitment 2025:
(i) Unreserved (UR):- Rs.2000
(ii) EWS/OBC:- Rs.1300
(iii) SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Transgender:- Rs.250
(iv) Application fees must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
This fee structure ensures fair opportunity for all candidates appearing for the ASRB NET/ARS/SMS/STO Exam 2025 while also promoting inclusivity for reserved categories.
How to Apply for ASRB NET/ARS/SMS/STO Exam 2025
Candidates interested in applying for the ASRB NET, ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6) Examination 2025 must submit their application online through the official website of the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board:
- Visit the official ASRB portal and click on the relevant exam notification.
- Carefully read the notification and eligibility criteria.
- Fill out the online application form as per the instructions.
- No need to upload documents during the online application process.
- Ensure all information entered is accurate, as the Board may cancel the candidature at any stage if found ineligible.
- Submit the application form before the last date: 21st May 2025 (11:59 PM).
ARS 2025 Exam Pattern – Check Detailed Marking Scheme
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the exam pattern for ARS-2025, which includes three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to be considered for final selection.
- The Prelims exam is qualifying; its marks will not be counted for the final merit.
- Only candidates who clear Prelims will be eligible for the Descriptive Mains.
- Final selection will be based on Mains + Interview performance.
ASRB Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
Candidates applying for the ASRB NET, ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6) Examination 2025 must keep track of the following important dates to ensure they do not miss any deadline:
Start of Online Application Submission: 22nd April 2025 (from 01:00 PM)
Last Date to Submit Online Application with Fee: 21st May 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Date of Combined Computer Based Test (CBT): 2nd – 4th September 2025
(for NET-2025 and Preliminary Exam for ARS/SMS/STO T-6)
Date of Combined Mains (Descriptive) Examination: 7th December 2025 (for ARS/SMS/STO T-6)
These dates are crucial for all aspiring candidates looking to secure a government job in the agricultural research domain through the ASRB 2025 recruitment drive.
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