ASRB TA STA Recruitment 2026 is one of the largest centralized agriculture job drives of the year, offering 1,393 government posts across ICAR Institutes and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) nationwide. This guide is for agriculture, science, and engineering graduates who want a government job under ICAR with a confirmed pay scale of ₹29,200–₹92,300 (T-3) or ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 (T-4) as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Below you will find complete details on vacancies, salary, eligibility, application fee, exam pattern, important dates, and step-by-step instructions to apply online.
What Is ASRB TA STA Recruitment 2026 and Why It Matters
ASRB TA STA Recruitment 2026 refers to the Centralized Combined Examination-2026 conducted by the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Government of India. It fills two distinct posts: Technical Assistant (T-3) at ICAR Institutes and Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) at Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of ICAR — both permanent central government jobs with full 7th CPC pay benefits.
The notification number is F. No. 2(2)/2025-Exam, issued on 11 November 2026 from ASRB’s Chayan Bhavan, Pusa Campus, New Delhi-110012. With 1,393 total vacancies spread across 10 functional groups, this is a rare opportunity for graduates in agriculture, animal science, fisheries, engineering, library science, and IT disciplines to secure a central government post under ICAR.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Total Vacancies – Category-Wise Breakdown
A total of 1,393 vacancies have been notified — 1,254 for Technical Assistant (T-3) across ICAR Institutes and 139 for Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) across KVKs of ICAR. The number of vacancies is tentative and may be revised by the Board. The table below shows the distribution by Functional Group and category.
| Functional Group | Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Agriculture) | T-3 | 303 | 149 | 101 | 47 | 99 | 699 |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Animal Science) | T-3 | 50 | 31 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 115 |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Fisheries Science) | T-3 | 26 | 21 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 90 |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Social Science / Home Science) | T-3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Workshop Staff (Civil Engineering) | T-3 | 33 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 51 |
| Workshop Staff (Agricultural Engineering) | T-3 | 17 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 42 |
| Workshop Staff (Electrical Engineering) | T-3 | 14 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 35 |
| Workshop Staff (Electronics & Instrumentation Engg.) | T-3 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 25 |
| Library / Information / Documentation Staff | T-3 | 31 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 59 |
| Information Technology | T-3 | 71 | 29 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 133 |
| Total T-3 (ICAR Institutes) | 558 | 281 | 164 | 91 | 160 | 1,254 | |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Agriculture) — KVK | T-4 | 49 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 73 |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Animal Science) — KVK | T-4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Social Science / Home Science) — KVK | T-4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Lab Technician (Fisheries Science) — KVK | T-4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Information Technology — KVK | T-4 | 24 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 48 |
| Total T-4 (ICAR KVKs) | 84 | 25 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 139 | |
| Grand Total (T-3 + T-4) | 642 | 306 | 178 | 97 | 170 | 1,393 |
Note: 30 PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) vacancies and 74 Ex-Servicemen vacancies are reserved within the T-3 quota above, as per official notification Annexure-VII.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Salary – Pay Scale as per 7th CPC
Both posts carry permanent central government pay with full 7th CPC Pay Matrix benefits including DA, HRA, and other allowances as applicable. The official pay scales are as follows:
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale (Basic) | Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (T-3) | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | ICAR Institutes |
| Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | KVKs of ICAR |
These are the official pay scales as written in the notification (Annexure-IV). In-hand salary, HRA, and CTC figures are not stated in the official notification and are therefore not shown here. Candidates should verify the latest DA and allowance rates with ICAR before joining.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Every candidate must meet the following eligibility requirements before submitting the online application. Eligibility will be verified by ICAR after the final result; candidature will be cancelled if conditions are not met at any stage.
Nationality
Candidates must be citizens of India, Nepal, or Bhutan; Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before 1 January 1962; or persons of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India (as per the official notification, Annexure-V, Rule 1).
Age Limit (as on 17 December 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 21 – 30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 – 33 years (3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 21 – 35 years (5 years relaxation) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Up to 10 years relaxation over UR limit |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered |
| In-service ICAR technical employees (UR) | Up to 40 years (as per ICAR F.No.TS-19(12)/2022-Estt.IV) |
Educational Qualification (Functional Group-Wise)
| Functional Group | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Agriculture) | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Agriculture Engineering / Agro-forestry / Food Science / Biotechnology / Environmental Science / Home Science / Community Science / Natural Farming |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Social Science – Home Science / Community Science) | Bachelor’s degree in Home Science / Community Science |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Animal Science) | B.V.Sc & A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry) |
| Field Farm & Lab Technician (Fisheries Science) | B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science) |
| Workshop Staff (Civil Engineering) | B.Tech. / B.E. / 3-year Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Workshop Staff (Agricultural Engineering) | B.Tech. / B.E. / 3-year Diploma in Agricultural / Mechanical / Textile Technology / Fiber Processing Engineering |
| Workshop Staff (Electrical Engineering) | B.Tech. / B.E. / 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Workshop Staff (Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering) | B.Tech. / B.E. / 3-year Diploma in Electronics / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
| Library / Information Science / Documentation Staff | Bachelor’s degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science |
| Information Technology | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Application / Computer Science / IT or B.Tech / B.E. in IT / CS / ECE |
Important: A candidate may apply for only one Functional Group/Subgroup regardless of eligibility in multiple groups. Order of preferences indicated at the application stage is final and cannot be changed.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Application Fee
| Category | T-3 Only (₹) | T-4 Only (₹) | T-3 & T-4 Both (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 300 | 300 | 600 |
| EWS / OBC (NCL) | 150 | 150 | 300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen | NIL | NIL | NIL |
Fee must be paid exclusively via Bharatkosh (bharatkosh.gov.in). Transaction charges for Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI are to be borne by the candidate. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. Applications not accompanied by the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Exam Pattern – Prelims and Mains
Preliminary Examination (Qualifying CBT)
| Section | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Knowledge | 25 | 1 Hour |
| 2 | General English | 25 | |
| 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | |
| 4 | General Agriculture | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | ||
Negative marking: ¼ mark (0.25) deducted for each wrong answer. The Preliminary exam is qualifying in nature; shortlisting for Mains is in a ratio of 1:15 of vacancies per functional group (category-wise). Minimum qualifying marks: UR – 30%, EWS/OBC – 25%, SC/ST/PwBD – 20%.
Mains Examination (CBT – Merit-Based)
| Paper | Total Marks | No. of Questions | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domain / Subject-Specific (Functional Group) | 300 | 100 (MCQ) | 2 Hours | 1/3 mark per wrong answer |
Minimum qualifying marks in Mains: UR – 30%, EWS/OBC – 25%, SC/ST/PwBD – 20%. There is no interview; selection is entirely based on Mains performance. Where the exam is conducted in multiple sessions, normalized marks will be used for merit ranking.
Tie-Breaking Criteria
In the event of a tie in Mains scores: (1) Higher marks in Prelims decides rank; (2) If still tied, higher marks in Quantitative Aptitude (Section 3 of Prelims) is used; (3) If still tied, the older candidate is ranked higher — as per official notification Annexure-VI.
How to Apply for ASRB TA STA Recruitment 2026 Online
Applications must be submitted online only at https://www.asrb.gov.in. No offline mode is available. Follow these steps carefully:
- Register on ASRB Website: Visit https://www.asrb.gov.in and complete OTR (One-Time Registration) by filling your Name, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, and Email ID. You will receive a confirmation email/SMS.
- Choose Functional Group & Post: Select whether to apply for T-3 only, T-4 only, or both. Choose one Functional Group/Subgroup only. Indicate post preferences in descending order if applying for both T-3 and T-4 — this cannot be changed later.
- Fill Application Form: Enter all personal, educational, and category details carefully. No modifications are allowed after fee payment.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned passport-size photograph (max 200 KB, .jpg, white background, face covering 2/3rd of space), signature (max 100 KB, .jpg, blue/black ink on white paper), and category/ID certificates (each max 100 KB, .jpg).
- Pay Application Fee: Pay via Bharatkosh (bharatkosh.gov.in) using Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI. Under Purpose, select “Examination/Certificate fee for ARS/NET/SMS/STO/FAO/AO”. Note down PAO (000001) and DDO (216968) details as instructed in Annexure-I. Upload the payment receipt.
- Submit & Save: Submit the form before 17 December 2026 (11:59 PM). Save/print a copy for future reference. Mere Part-I registration does not constitute complete submission.
- Correction Window: Use the Application Form Correction window (18–20 December 2026) if any changes are needed. Changes in Centre, Discipline, Name, DOB, Gender, Category, etc. are NOT permitted at any stage.
Admit cards will be available for download on asrb.gov.in approximately one week before the examination date. Candidates must carry the original Photo ID uploaded in the application form and two passport-size photographs to the examination centre.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 18 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 17 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 17 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Form Correction Window | 18 December 2026 to 20 December 2026 |
| Prelim CBT Examination (Qualifying) | February 2027** (exact date to be announced on asrb.gov.in) |
| Mains CBT Examination | To be announced in due course |
| Admit Card Download | Approximately 1 week before exam date |
* All dates are subject to change as per ASRB’s discretion. ** The exact Prelim exam date will be announced on the official website.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Exam Centres
The Preliminary CBT will be conducted at 62 cities across India including Patna, Lucknow, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Kolkata, Guwahati, Chennai, and more (see official Annexure-II for the full list). The Mains CBT will be conducted at 31 cities (Annexure-III). Candidates must select their exam centre carefully at the time of application; no centre change requests will be entertained later.
ASRB TA STA 2026 Syllabus & Study Links
The official syllabus for both Preliminary and Mains examinations has been issued by ICAR vide Letter OM No. TS-19(6)/2024-Estt.IV (E-332924) dated 28 September 2026. Candidates can download it directly from ASRB’s website:
- English syllabus: Download T3T4 Syllabus (English) ↗
- Hindi syllabus: Download T3T4 Syllabus (Hindi) ↗
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Last Updated: November 2026. This page is reviewed and updated when official data changes. Always verify data on the official portal before taking action.
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. All data has been sourced from the official ASRB notification (F. No. 2(2)/2025-Exam, dated 11 November 2026). Always verify the latest information at the official portal asrb.gov.in before taking any action.
