ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO Recruitment 2025: The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has issued a comprehensive notification for the NET-2025, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Subject Matter Specialist (SMS), and Senior Technical Officer (STO) exams. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can submit their online applications between 22 April 2025 and 21 May 2025.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 22 April 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 21 May 2025
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 21 May 2025
- Preliminary Exam Dates: 2–4 September 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be announced before the exam
- Mains Exam for ARS / SMS / STO: 7 December 2025
Application Fee Structure
For Single Post (NET / ARS / SMS / STO):
- UR (General): ₹1000/-
- OBC / EWS:
- ₹500/- for NET only
- ₹800/- for ARS / SMS / STO
- SC / ST / Female Candidates:
- ₹250/- for NET only
- ₹0/- for ARS / SMS / STO
For NET with Any Combination (ARS / SMS / STO):
- UR (General): ₹2000/-
- OBC / EWS: ₹1300/-
- SC / ST / Female Candidates: ₹250/-
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
Age Limit (As per Post)
- NET: Minimum 21 Years (as of 01 January 2025)
- ARS: Maximum 32 Years (as of 01 August 2025)
- SMS / STO: Maximum 35 Years (as of 21 May 2025)
Age relaxation is applicable as per ASRB rules.
Vacancy Details: Total 582 Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | 41 | Master’s Degree in relevant discipline from a recognized university in India. |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | 83 | Master’s Degree in the concerned field; detailed subject-wise eligibility in notification. |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | 458 | Candidates must qualify as per ARS exam criteria. |
| National Eligibility Test (NET) | N/A | Qualifying NET is required for ARS and other posts; eligibility depends on subject-wise qualifications. |
Steps to Apply for ASRB Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website and access the application portal.
- Register and fill out the application form from 22 April to 21 May 2025.
- Read the full notification carefully before applying.
- Collect all necessary documents including ID proof, academic certificates, and photographs.
- Scan and upload required documents: photo, signature, ID, etc.
- Review the application form thoroughly before final submission.
- Pay the required application fee, if applicable. Incomplete forms due to non-payment will be rejected.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
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