ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO Exam 2025 – Apply Online for 582 Posts
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the Combined Notification for NET-2025, Agriculture Research Service (ARS), Subject Matter Specialist (SMS – T-6), and Senior Technical Officer (STO – T-6). A total of 582 vacancies are available. Interested candidates can apply online from 22 April 2025 to 21 May 2025.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 22/04/2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21/05/2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 21/05/2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 02–04 September 2025 |
| ARS / SMS / STO Mains Exam | 07/12/2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | NET Only | ARS / SMS / STO | NET + Any Combination |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹1000 | ₹1000 | ₹2000 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹800 | ₹1300 |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹250 | ₹0 | ₹250 |
Note: Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / E-Challan
Age Limit
| Post | Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| NET | Minimum 21 Years as on 01/01/2025 |
| ARS | Maximum 32 Years as on 01/08/2025 |
| SMS / STO | Maximum 35 Years as on 21/05/2025 |
Age relaxation as per ASRB rules.
Vacancy Details: Total 582 Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | 41 | Master’s Degree in the concerned subject from a recognized university |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | 83 | Master’s Degree in relevant field |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | 458 | Master’s Degree + Passed National Eligibility Test (NET) |
| National Eligibility Test (NET) | NA | Master’s Degree in the concerned discipline |
Note: For subject-wise and detailed eligibility, refer to the official notification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official ASRB portal between 22/04/2025 to 21/05/2025.
- Read the full notification carefully before applying.
- Gather necessary documents – eligibility proof, photo, ID proof, etc.
- Scan documents: photo, signature, certificates.
- Review the filled form thoroughly before final submission.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Take a printout of the final submitted application.
Important Links
Apply Online: Click Here
Download Notification: Click Here
Official Website: Click Here