📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Quick Facts: CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Recruiting Body: Central Silk Board (CSB)
- Department: Central Sericultural Research and Training Institute (CSB-CSRTI), Berhampore
- Advertisement No: Not Stated
- Total Posts: 5
- Post Name: Sericulture Assistant (SA)
- Employment Nature: Purely Contractual (Initial 1 Year)
- Application Mode: Online Application
- Last Date to Apply: 06 November 2026
- Job Locations: Berhampore (West Bengal), Shillong (Meghalaya), Mangaldoi (Assam)
- Application Fee: Not Mentioned
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 06-11-2026) | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sericulture Assistant | 5 (Berhampore: 3, Shillong: 1, Mangaldoi: 1) | 35 Years (Upper Age Limit) | ₹21,000 + HRA (Consolidated) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Sericulture Assistant: Prescribed qualifications in Sericulture, Agriculture Sciences, Forestry, Biological Sciences or Biotechnology, as applicable, including the required postgraduate diploma or relevant work experience where specified.
- Desirable: Experience in silkworm rearing and grainage in the pre-cocoon sector.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Selection will be based solely on performance in a Personal Interview.
- The date, time, and venue of the interview will be communicated to eligible candidates via email.
- Candidates must produce original certificates and valid identity proof for verification at the time of interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview (no travel allowance, daily allowance, or expenses for lodging and boarding).
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is November 6, 2026.
What is the application mode and official portal for CSB Recruitment?
The application mode is Online. Candidates must apply through the official hiring portal: https://csb-hiring.in/.
Is there any application fee for CSB Sericulture Assistant posts?
The official notification does not mention any application fee details. It is likely Nil / Exempted.
What is the nature of engagement and contract duration?
The engagement is purely contractual for an initial period of one year. It does not confer any right to regularisation, absorption, or permanent appointment in the Central Silk Board.
What is the salary structure for Sericulture Assistant?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹21,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Where will the interview be conducted and will TA/DA be provided?
The interview venue will be communicated via email to shortlisted candidates. No TA/DA or lodging/boarding expenses will be provided by the Board.