Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligible employees receive applicable Central Government allowances (DA, HRA, CCA) and benefits as per ICAR rules and place of posting.

Post-Wise Functional Group Vacancies (T-3)

Note: A candidate may apply for only one functional group/subgroup. Candidates may opt for T-3, T-4, or both where eligible. Not every functional group has T-4 vacancies – refer to Annexure-VII of the official notification.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Horizontal reservations include 30 PwBD and 74 Ex-Servicemen vacancies (T-3), already included in the above totals. Vacancy figures are tentative and subject to revision.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification for the chosen functional group/subgroup by 17 December 2026.

• Agriculture – Field Farm / Laboratory Technician: Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, Agro-Forestry, Food Science, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Home Science, Community Science, or Natural Farming
• Animal Science: B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry)
• Fisheries Science: B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)
• Home Science / Community Science: Bachelor's Degree in Home Science or Community Science
• Workshop Staff – Civil Engineering: B.E./B.Tech. or Three-Year Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Workshop Staff – Agricultural Engineering: B.E./B.Tech. or Three-Year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Textile Technology, or Fiber Processing Engineering
• Workshop Staff – Electrical Engineering: B.E./B.Tech. or Three-Year Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Workshop Staff – Electronics & Instrumentation: B.E./B.Tech. or Three-Year Diploma in Electronics Engineering or Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
• Library / Information Science / Documentation Staff: Bachelor's Degree in Library Science or Library & Information Science
• Information Technology: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Applications (BCA), Computer Science, or Information Technology; or B.E./B.Tech. in IT, Computer Science, or Electronics & Communication Engineering

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years | Maximum Age: 30 Years (as on 17 December 2026)
• SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC (NCL): +3 Years | PwBD: +10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years after deducting eligible military service
• Eligible ICAR In-Service Technical Employees: Upper age of 40 Years (UR), with applicable relaxation

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Online Application Submission (18 Nov – 17 Dec 2026)
2. Preliminary CBT (Qualifying): 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 60 minutes, negative marking 0.25 per wrong answer. Subjects: General Knowledge (25), General English (25), Quantitative Aptitude (25), General Agriculture (25).
3. Shortlisting for Mains in a 1:15 ratio against functional-group vacancies. Minimum qualifying marks: UR 30%, EWS/OBC 25%, SC/ST/PwBD 20%.
4. Mains CBT (Merit-Based): 100 objective questions, 300 marks, 2 hours, negative marking 1 mark per wrong answer. Discipline-specific paper testing the selected functional group.
5. Preparation of functional group/subgroup-wise merit lists based on Mains marks (normalized where applicable).
6. Post allocation according to rank, eligibility, preferences, and available vacancies.
7. Document Verification by ICAR of original qualifications and other relevant documents.
8. Appointment subject to applicable conditions and suitability.

No Interview: The notification explicitly confirms that no interview will be conducted. Final selection merit is based on Mains Examination performance only.

TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the examination.

Application Fee Structure

Payment is mandatory through Bharatkosh portal (bharatkosh.gov.in) only. Payment receipt must be uploaded in the ASRB application form. Fees are non-refundable. Payment alone does not complete the application – full submission and confirmation are required.

Salary & Pay Scale Details

These are 7th Central Pay Commission basic pay scales. Eligible Central Government allowances (Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance) and statutory deductions will apply to actual take-home pay. Salary figures above represent basic pay, not guaranteed in-hand compensation.

Examination Pattern Summary

Preliminary CBT (Tentative: February 2027)

• Mode: Computer Based Test | Duration: 60 Minutes | Total: 100 Questions / 100 Marks
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer | Language: Hindi and English
• Subjects: General Knowledge (25), General English (25), Quantitative Aptitude (25), General Agriculture (25)

Mains CBT

• Mode: Computer Based Test | Duration: 120 Minutes | Total: 100 Questions / 300 Marks
• Negative Marking: 1 mark per wrong answer | Subject: Discipline-specific (Functional Group)
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR 30% (90/300), EWS/OBC 25% (75/300), SC/ST/PwBD 20% (60/300)

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Matriculation / Class 10 Certificate and Marksheet (Proof of Date of Birth)
• All Degree / Diploma Certificates and Consolidated or Semester-wise Mark Sheets
• Recent Passport-size Colour Photograph (JPG, max 200 KB, white background, face visible without spectacles)
• Scanned Signature (JPG, max 100 KB, Black or Blue ink on White Paper)
• Valid Photo Identity Document (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Passport)
• Category Certificate – SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen / Discharge Documents (if applicable)
• Bharatkosh Payment Receipt uploaded in ASRB application (for fee-paying candidates)
• NOC or Prescribed Undertaking for eligible in-service ICAR technical employees (if applicable)

Important Instructions:

• Complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling the application form.
• Select only one functional group/subgroup. Post preferences are final after submission.
• Application correction window: 18 – 20 December 2026 (restricted fields only).
• Upload the Bharatkosh payment receipt and successfully submit the application before 17 December 2026, 11:59 PM.
• Save a printout/PDF of the final submitted application for future reference.

Important Links – ASRB ICAR T-3 & T-4 Recruitment 2026

• Apply Online for ASRB Technical Assistant T-3 & T-4 Recruitment 2026 (Opens 18 November 2026)
• Download ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant & Senior Technical Assistant Official Notification PDF 2026
• Download ASRB ICAR T-3 T-4 Official Examination Syllabus PDF (English)
• Download ASRB ICAR T-3 T-4 Official Examination Syllabus PDF (Hindi)
• Pay ASRB Application Fee Through Bharatkosh Portal
• Visit ASRB Official Website – Admit Card & Examination Updates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The online application closes on 17 December 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications open on 18 November 2026. Application correction window is available from 18 to 20 December 2026.

When and where will the ASRB T-3 T-4 Preliminary Examination be held?

The Preliminary CBT is tentatively scheduled for February 2027 across 62 exam centres in India. The Mains CBT will follow and dates will be announced separately. Admit cards will be available approximately one week before the examination on asrb.gov.in.

What is the application fee for ASRB ICAR Recruitment 2026?

UR candidates pay Rs. 300 (T-3 or T-4) or Rs. 600 (both). EWS/OBC candidates pay Rs. 150 (T-3 or T-4) or Rs. 300 (both). SC, ST, PwBD, Women, Transgender, and Ex-Servicemen candidates pay nil. Fees must be paid through Bharatkosh.

Is the ASRB ICAR Technical Assistant post a permanent government job?

Yes. These are regular permanent cadre positions under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Selected candidates are appointed on a permanent basis with Central Government pay levels (Level 5 for T-3 and Level 6 for T-4), eligible allowances, and standard Central Government service benefits.

What is the salary for ASRB Technical Assistant T-3 and Senior Technical Assistant T-4?

Technical Assistant (T-3): Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300 (Pay Level 5). Senior Technical Assistant (T-4): Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 (Pay Level 6). Both scales are under the 7th Central Pay Commission. Central Government allowances (DA, HRA, CCA) are applicable in addition to basic pay.

Is there an interview in ASRB ICAR T-3 T-4 Recruitment 2026?

No. The notification explicitly states that no interview will be conducted. Selection is based solely on the Preliminary CBT (qualifying) and Mains CBT (merit), followed by document verification by ICAR.