The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the official notification for the Centralized Combined Examination 2026 for recruitment to Technical Assistant (T-3) posts in ICAR Institutes and Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) posts in Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs).
Through this recruitment drive, a total of 1,393 vacancies will be filled, including 1,254 Technical Assistant posts and 139 Senior Technical Assistant posts. Eligible candidates with relevant graduation qualifications can submit their applications online through the official ASRB website.
The online application process will begin on 18 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 17 December 2026.
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) |
| Department | Department of Agricultural Research and Education |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant (T-3), Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) |
| Advertisement Number | F. No. 2(2)/2025-Exam |
| Apply Start Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 17 December 2026 |
| Application Fees | Rs. 0/- to Rs. 600/- |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Total Vacancies | 1393 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Official Website | https://www.asrb.gov.in |
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 December 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 December 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 18–20 December 2026 |
| Preliminary CBT Examination | February 2027 |
| Mains Examination | To be announced |
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The examination fee depends on the post preference selected by the candidate.
| Category | T-3 Only | T-4 Only | Both T-3 & T-4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | Rs. 300 | Rs. 300 | Rs. 600 |
| EWS / OBC | Rs. 150 | Rs. 150 | Rs. 300 |
| SC / ST | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Women | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Transgender | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil | Nil | Nil |
Payment Mode: Candidates must pay the applicable examination fee through Bharatkosh using the available online payment methods. Transaction charges, if any, will be borne by the applicant.
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification
ASRB has announced a total of 1,393 tentative vacancies under the Centralized Combined Examination 2026.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (T-3) | 1254 | Candidates must possess a relevant Graduation Degree in the concerned discipline from a recognized university or institution. |
| Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) | 139 | Candidates must possess a relevant Graduation Degree in the concerned discipline from a recognized university or institution. |
| Total | 1393 |
Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (T-3) | Rs. 29,200 – 92,300 |
| Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) | Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed age criteria as of 17 December 2026.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
| In-service ICAR Technical Employees | Upper age limit of 40 years for UR, with applicable relaxations |
| Contractual RAs / SRFs | As per applicable ICAR rules |
Other permissible relaxations will be provided according to the official examination rules.
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted in two major examination stages:
- Preliminary Examination (CBT) – Qualifying in nature.
- Mains Examination (CBT) – Marks will determine the final merit.
Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Agriculture | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Examination Mode: Computer Based Test.
- Duration: 1 Hour.
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
- Language: Hindi and English.
Minimum Qualifying Marks in Preliminary Exam
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 30% |
| EWS / OBC | 25% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 20% |
Candidates will be shortlisted for the Mains Examination at a ratio of 1:15 of vacancies, functional group-wise.
Mains Examination Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Examination Duration | 2 Hours |
| Question Type | Objective MCQ |
| Subject | Domain / Discipline-Specific |
| Negative Marking | 1 Mark per wrong answer |
Mains Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 30% |
| EWS / OBC | 25% |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 20% |
Important: There will be no interview. Final selection will be based on Mains Examination performance, merit, post preferences and available vacancies.
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should arrange the following documents before submitting the online application:
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Valid photo identity proof.
- Graduation degree certificate.
- Graduation marksheets.
- Date of Birth proof.
- SC/ST Certificate, if applicable.
- OBC-NCL Certificate, if applicable.
- EWS Certificate, if applicable.
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate, if applicable.
- NOC or prescribed undertaking for employed candidates, wherever applicable.
- Other relevant educational and eligibility documents.
All certificates must be in the prescribed format wherever required by ASRB.
How to Apply for ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
Candidates can submit their applications by following these steps:
- Visit the official ASRB website.
- Open the Centralized Combined Examination 2026 notification.
- Click on the online application link.
- Complete the registration process using the required details.
- Log in and fill in the application form carefully.
- Select Technical Assistant (T-3), Senior Technical Assistant (T-4), or both according to your eligibility.
- Choose only one eligible Functional Group/Subgroup.
- Enter educational qualifications, personal information and category details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates.
- Pay the applicable examination fee through Bharatkosh.
- Review all the information and submit the application form.
- Download and print the final submitted application for future reference.
ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| ASRB ICAR Official Website | ASRB ICAR |
