Summary

Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the notification for NET, ARS, SMS, and STO exams for 2025. Aspiring candidates can apply online from 22 April 2025 to 05 June 2025. Find out detailed information about eligibility, subjects, document requirements, age limit, and how to apply.

Important Dates

  • Application Begin:22/04/2025
  • Last Date to Apply:05/06/2025
  • Pay Exam Fee Last Date:05/06/2025
  • Exam Date Prelim:02-04 September 2025
  • Admit Card Available:Before Exam
  • Mains Exam for ARS / SMS / STO:07/12/2025

Application Fee

  • SMS / STO / ARS / NET:UR: 1000/-, EWS/OBC: 500/- (NET), 800/- (ARS/SMS/STO), SC/ST/Female: 25/- (NET), 0/- (ARS/SMS/STO)
  • NET with Any Combination ARS / SMS / STO:General: 2000/-, OBC/EWS: 1300/-, SC/ST/Female: 250/-
  • Payment Mode:Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan

Post Names and Total Posts

Post NameTotal PostsASRB Exam Eligibility
Subject Matter Specialist (SMS)41Master's degree in the concerned subject from a recognized university
Senior Technical Officer (STO)83Not specified
National Eligibility Test (NET)NANot specified
Agricultural Research Service (ARS)458Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, or any other allied branch

Age Limit Details

Minimum Age: 21 years for NET (as on 01/01/2025)

Maximum Age: 32 years for ARS (as on 01/08/2025)

Maximum Age: 35 years for SMS and STO (as on 21/05/2025)

Age Relaxation: Applicable as per ASRB rules

How to Fill Online Form

Kindly read the complete notification carefully before applying.

Gather all required documents, including eligibility certificates, ID proof, address details, and basic details.

Prepare scanned copies of your photo, signature, and ID proof.

Duly fill in the application form and preview it.

Pay the application fee if applicable.

Take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.

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