The Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board (ASRB) annually conducts the National Eligibility Test (NET) for postgraduate candidates aspiring to serve as Lecturers or Assistant Professors in State Agricultural Universities and other prestigious institutions. The upcoming ASRB NET Notification 2026 will be published on the official website at www.asrb.org.in. Bookmark this page for the latest updates and exam guidance.
ASRB NET 2026 Notification
The official ASRB NET 2026 notification will soon be released by the Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board at www.asrb.org.in. This comprehensive PDF document will outline critical exam details, including application timelines, eligibility requirements, the official exam pattern, and the updated syllabus.
ASRB NET 2026 Exam Summary
The ASRB NET—often referred to as the ICAR ASRB NET exam—is a mandatory assessment designed to evaluate the eligibility of candidates for academic positions like Lecturers and Assistant Professors across agricultural universities in India.
| ASRB NET 2026 Exam Summary | |
| Conducted By | Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board |
| ASRB NET Full Form | Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board- National Eligibility Exam |
| Category | Eligibility Test |
| Exam Level | National level |
| Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Date | To be Notified |
| Mode of Exam | Online (CBT) |
| Official Website | www.asrb.org.in |
ASRB NET Important Date 2026
The ASRB NET 2026 Notification will be released in the coming months, providing the official schedule and registration window for the ASRB NET 2026 examination.
| Events | Dates |
| ASRB NET Notification 2026 | To be released soon |
| Apply Online Strats | To be Notified |
| Last Date to Apply | To be Notified |
ASRB NET Vacancy 2026
In the previous recruitment cycle, the ASRB announced 582 vacancies across various roles, comprising 458 openings for Agricultural Research Services (ARS), 41 for Subject Matter Specialists (SMS), and 83 for Senior Technical Officers (STO).
| ASRB NET Vacancy 2025 | |
| Exam Name | Vacancy |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | 458 |
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | 41 |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | 83 |
| Total | 582 |
ASRB NET 2026 Eligibility
The ASRB NET eligibility criteria encompass age limits, academic qualifications, and nationality requirements. Candidates aspiring for the Lecturer or Assistant Professor roles must ensure they meet the criteria detailed in the section below.
| Parameter | Eligibility |
| Education Qualification | Candidates must have passed their Master’s in the concerned field from a recognised university or institution. |
| Nationality | A citizen of India, Nepal or Bhutan. He/She must be Refugees from Tibet (those who came to India before January 1st, 1962) |
Age Limit
Applicants must meet a minimum age requirement of 21 years. Specific upper age limits apply for various posts, as outlined in the official notification table.
| Exam | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| NET Examination | 21 years | No upper age limit |
| ARS Examination-2025 | 21 years | 32 years (as of 01.08.2025) |
| SMS (T-6) & STO (T-6) Examination | 21 years | 35 years (as of 21.05.2025) |
ASRB NET Application Form 2026
The Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board conducts the ASRB NET annually. Interested candidates are required to submit their applications exclusively through the online portal by paying the prescribed fee. Official registration dates for the 2026 exam will be confirmed upon the release of the ASRB NET 2026 Notification.
ASRB NET 2026 Application Fees
To complete the ASRB NET 2026 application process, candidates must pay the required application fee. Please note that any application form submitted without the fee will be summarily rejected.
| ASRB NET 2026 Application Fees | |||
| Category of candidate | NET | For ARS/SMS/ STO or any combination of these three | For NET with any combination of ARS/SMS/STO |
| Unreserved | Rs.1000 | Rs.1000 | Rs.2000 |
| EWS/OBC | Rs.500 | 800 | Rs.1300 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Transgender | Rs.250 | NIL | Rs.250 |
Steps to Apply for ASRB NET 2026
Aspiring candidates should carefully review the official registration instructions to ensure their application is submitted correctly.
- Use the application form link available on the official website https://www.asrb.org.in.
- In the application form, select whether you are applying for NET, ARS, SMS (T-6), or STO (T-6), or any combination of these.
- If you choose ARS/SMS (T-6)/STO (T-6), you must indicate your preference order. This choice cannot be changed later.
- Enter the personal details- Name, father's name, Aadhar card etc.
- Submit the required documents, Mater's degree, photo, sign etc.
- Pay the application fee and save the application form.
ASRB NET 2026 Selection Process
- National Eligibility Test- Candidates have to clear only one paper of the relevant discipline.
- ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6)- The selection process will be based on the marks obtained on Mains and Interview
ASRB NET 2026 Exam Pattern
The Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board establishes the exam pattern for NET, ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6) posts. Understanding this structure, including marking schemes and time allocation, is essential for effective preparation.
NET 2026
The ASRB NET 2026 exam will consist of 150 objective-type MCQs. A penalty of 1/3 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. Detailed information regarding the exam structure is provided in the following table.
| ASRB NET 2026 Exam Pattern | |
| Parameters | ASRB NET Exam Pattern |
| Number of papers | One |
| Mode of exam | Online |
| Total marks | 150 |
| Total number of questions | 150 |
| Type of questions | Objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) |
| Duration of the exam | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Source of the questions | Respective disciplines |
| Negative marking | 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer |
| Rounding of fractional marks | No |
| Language of the question paper | Bilingual (English and Hindi) |
| Standard of paper | Master’s degree level |
ARS, SMS (T-6) and STO (T-6)
The selection process for ARS, SMS, and STO consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and a Personal Interview. The Prelims act as a qualifying round with 150 marks and a negative marking scheme. Successful candidates proceed to the 300-mark Mains exam, followed by a 45-mark interview.
| Stages | Max. Marks | Duration |
| Preliminary Exam SMS & STO (Qualifying) | 150 | 2 hours |
| Mains Exam | 300 | 3 hours |
| Personal Interview | 45 |
ASRB NET 2026 Syllabus
Candidates are tested on specific subject papers according to their discipline. It is highly recommended that applicants thoroughly analyze the official ASRB NET syllabus before beginning their study plan.
ASRB NET 2026 Subjects List
The ASRB NET examination covers approximately 60 distinct subjects and disciplines, as listed below.
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ASRB NET 2026 Qualifying Marks
ASRB sets category-specific minimum qualifying marks for the 2026 exam. Candidates must achieve scores above these thresholds to be considered qualified. Review the category-wise qualifying percentages in the details below.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage | Minimum qualifying marks |
| Unreserved (UR)/ EWS | 50% | 75 |
| OBC | 45% | 67.5 |
| SC / ST/ PwBD | 40% | 60 |
ASRB NET 2026 Exam Centre
The ASRB NET 2026 exam is a national-level test held at various centers. Detailed exam center information will be available on the ASRB NET 2026 Admit Card once released. See the list of exam centers below.
| State | ASRB NET Exam Centres |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| Bihar | Patna |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh/ Mohali |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur |
| Delhi | Delhi |
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| Haryana | Karnal |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| Madhya Pradesh |
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| Maharashtra |
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| Meghalaya | Barapani/ Shillong |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
| Punjab | Ludhiana |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| Telangana | Hyderabad |
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| Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
| West Bengal | Barrackpore/ Kolkata |
FAQs
Ans. Yes, ICAR NET and ASRB NET refer to the same examination conducted by the board.
Ans. Yes, there is a penalty of 1/3 mark for every incorrect answer provided in the ASRB NET exam.
Ans. To be eligible, candidates must hold a Master’s degree in the relevant field of study.
Ans. ASRB NET stands for the Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board National Eligibility Test.
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