Overview
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has published a recruitment notification — 1,393 posts in total. Applications (online) are accepted from 18 Nov 2026 until 17 Dec 2026. Place of posting: ICAR Institutes and KVKs Across India. Minimum qualification: Diploma; age limit: 21 to 30 Years.
| Organization | Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Centralized Combined Examination 2026 |
| Notification Reference | F. No. 2(2)/2025-Exam |
| Post Names | Technical Assistant (T-3), Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) |
| Total Vacancies | 1393 |
| Technical Assistant T-3 | 1254 |
| Senior Technical Assistant T-4 | 139 |
| Qualification | Relevant Graduation / Prescribed Engineering Diploma |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years |
| T-3 Pay Scale | Rs. 29,200 - Rs. 92,300, Level 5 |
| T-4 Pay Scale | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400, Level 6 |
| Application Fee | Nil / Rs. 150 / Rs. 300 / Rs. 600, Depending on Category and Post Choice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Correction Window | 18 to 20 December 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Mains Examination | To Be Announced |
| Selection Process | Preliminary CBT, Mains CBT and Document Verification |
| Job Location | ICAR Institutes and KVKs Across India |
| Official Website | www.asrb.gov.in |
| Field Farm Technician - Agriculture | 476 |
Important dates
| Notification Date | 11 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Age Calculation Date | 17 December 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 17 December 2026 |
| Notification Release Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 December 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Application Correction Window | 18 to 20 December 2026 |
| Preliminary CBT Examination | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Preliminary Admit Card | Approximately One Week Before Examination |
| Mains CBT Examination | To Be Announced |
| Document Verification | After Final Result, as Notified |
| Age Calculation Date | 17 December 2026 |
Tip: apply 2–3 days before the last date — official portals often slow down near the deadline.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | Cumulative Relaxation as Applicable |
| PwBD + SC/ST | Cumulative Relaxation as Applicable |
| Ex-Servicemen | Three Years After Deducting Eligible Military Service |
| Eligible ICAR In-Service Technical Employees | Upper Age of 40 Years for UR, with Applicable Relaxation |
| Eligible ICAR RA / SRF Employees | Relaxation Equal to Eligible Engagement Period, Subject to Maximum of 16 Years and 3 Months |
Eligibility
| Qualification | Relevant Graduation / Prescribed Engineering Diploma |
|---|---|
| Age limit | 21 to 30 Years |
| Job location | Anywhere in India |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen applies as per government rules — confirm in the official notification.
Post-wise vacancy details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (T-3) | 1254 | Level 5 |
| Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) | 139 | Level 6 |
| Total | 1393 | - |
Details
| Category | T-3 | T-4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 558 | 84 | 642 |
| OBC | 281 | 25 | 306 |
| SC | 164 | 14 | 178 |
| ST | 91 | 6 | 97 |
| EWS | 160 | 10 | 170 |
| Total | 1254 | 139 | 1393 |
Post-wise vacancy details
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale | Initial Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (T-3) | Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 - Rs. 92,300 | Rs. 29,200 |
| Senior Technical Assistant (T-4) | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Rs. 35,400 |
Details
| Category | T-3 Only | T-4 Only | Both T-3 and T-4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 300 | Rs. 300 | Rs. 600 |
| EWS / OBC | Rs. 150 | Rs. 150 | Rs. 300 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Women / Transgender | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil | Nil | Nil |
Exam pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Agriculture | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam pattern
| Category | Minimum Percentage | Marks out of 300 |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 30% | 90 |
| EWS / OBC | 25% | 75 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 20% | 60 |
Details
| Document | Format | Maximum Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG | 200 KB |
| Signature | JPG | 100 KB |
| Individual Certificates | JPG | 100 KB Each |
How to apply
- 1Open the official notification and check eligibility, age limit and post-wise vacancies.
- 2Register on the official portal (asrb.gov.in) and fill the online form.
- 3Pay the application fee as applicable to your category.
- 4Submit before 17 Dec 2026 and keep a copy of the confirmation page.
Important links
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click here asrb.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click here asrb.gov.in |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click here asrb.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click here www.asrb.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click here bharatkosh.gov.in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for ASRB ICAR Recruitment 2026?+
The last date to apply is 17 Dec 2026. Apply a few days early — official portals often slow down near the deadline.
How many vacancies are there?+
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has announced 1,393 Posts. Post-wise and category-wise details are listed above.
What qualification is required?+
Relevant Graduation / Prescribed Engineering Diploma
What is the age limit?+
21 to 30 Years. Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per government rules.
What is the application fee?+
SC / ST: 5 Years | OBC Non-Creamy Layer: 3 Years | PwBD: 10 Years | PwBD + OBC: Cumulative Relaxation as Applicable | PwBD + SC/ST: Cumulative Relaxation as Applicable | Ex-Servicemen: Three Years After Deducting Eligible Military Service | Eligible ICAR In-Service Technical Employees: Upper Age of 40 Years for UR, with Applicable Relaxation | Eligible ICAR RA / SRF Employees: Relaxation Equal to Eligible Engagement Period, Subject to Maximum of 16 Years and 3 Months
How do I apply?+
Use the official link in the Important Links section (www.asrb.gov.in). Register, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee if applicable and save the confirmation page.
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