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ASRB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 08 Senior
Scientist-cum-Head (KVK) Vacancies |
Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has
released an official employment notification (Advt. No. 02/2025) for the
recruitment of 08 Senior Scientist-cum-Head positions for various Krishi
Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) under ICAR Research Institutes. Interested and
eligible candidates looking for permanent high-level scientific jobs in the
agriculture sector can apply online through the official ASRB website.
This is a prestigious opportunity for agricultural
scientists to head KVKs and contribute to agricultural research and extension.
Scroll down to check the available details regarding the selection process,
application fees, and important dates.
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ASRB Recruitment 2026 Overview |
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Recruitment Authority |
Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) |
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Department |
Dept. of Agricultural Research & Education (DARE),
Govt. of India |
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Advertisement No. |
02/2025 |
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Post Name |
Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK |
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Total Vacancies |
08 Posts |
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Job Type |
Permanent Basis |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Last Date |
22 January 2026 (05:00 PM) |
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Official Website |
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Vacancy Details |
Name of Post: Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK
No. of Vacancies: 08 Posts
Job Location: The positions are to be filled on a
permanent basis at different locations under ICAR Research Institutes
across India.
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Eligibility Criteria |
Educational
Qualification & Experience:
- Doctoral
Degree in the relevant subject (Agricultural Sciences or related
disciplines).
- Experience:
Minimum 8 years of experience in the relevant subject as
Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or in an equivalent position.
- Note:
Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the official detailed
advertisement for specific subject requirements.
Pay
Level:
- Research
Level-13A (Rs. 1,31,400 – Rs. 2,17,100) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
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Selection Process |
The selection of candidates for the post of Senior
Scientist-cum-Head will be made based on a Score Card system followed by
an Interview.
- Screening
of Applications (Score Card):
- Candidates
will first be shortlisted based on their academic qualifications,
research publications, awards, and experience as per the prescribed Score
Card for Senior Scientist positions.
- It
is mandatory to upload self-attested copies of all supporting documents
(Degree certificates, experience certificates, proof of publications,
etc.) while applying online to claim marks in the score card.
- Personal
Interview:
- Only
the top-ranking candidates from the screening stage will be called for a Personal
Interview.
- The
final selection will be based on the candidate's performance in the
interview and their score card evaluation.
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Application Fee |
Candidates must pay the requisite application fee online
through Bharatkosh (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI).
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Category |
Application Fee |
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Unreserved (UR) / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 1500/- |
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SC / ST / PwBD / Women |
Nil (Exempted) |
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How to Apply for ASRB Recruitment? |
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their
applications in Online Mode only. Applications sent through any other
mode will not be accepted.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit
Official Website: Go to the ASRB official website at http://www.asrb.org.in.
- Find
Notification: Look for "Vacancy Notification for Senior
Scientist-cum-Head KVK (Advt. No. 02/2025)".
- Register/Login:
Click on the online application link. Register yourself if you are a new
user or log in.
- Fill
Application: Carefully fill in your personal, academic, and research
details.
- Upload
Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and
relevant documents as per the specified format.
- Pay
Fee: Pay the application fee of Rs. 1500/- (if applicable) via the
online payment gateway.
- Submit:
Submit the final application form before the closing date and take a
printout for your records.
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Important Dates |
- Date
of Notification: 03 December 2025
- Online
Application Start Date: 22 December 2025 (10:00 AM)
- Online
Application Closing Date: 22 January 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
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Important Web-Links |
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Official Website |
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Detailed Notification |
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Apply Online Link |
Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) |
Q1. What is the selection process for ASRB Senior Scientist
KVK?
Ans: The selection involves screening of applications based
on a Score Card followed by a Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates.
Q2. What is the application fee for the ASRB Senior
Scientist post?
Ans: The application fee is Rs. 1500/- for General, OBC, and
EWS candidates. Women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the
fee.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The online application link will close on 22nd January
2026 (05:00 PM).
Q4. Is this a permanent job?
Ans: Yes, the advertisement confirms that these positions
are to be filled up on a permanent basis.
Q5. What is the salary for this post?
Ans: Selected candidates will receive a salary in Research
Level-13A (Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100).
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