ASRB NET, ARS, SMS & STO Mains Admit Card 2026

Overview

The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the Mains Admit Card for the NET, ARS, SMS, and STO exams 2025. The mains exam is scheduled for 01 March 2026. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official ASRB website. The recruitment includes 582 vacancies across various posts. Ensure to check eligibility and important dates before applying.

Important Dates

Start Date
22-04-2025
Last Date
21-05-2025
Exam Date
01-03-2026
Admit Card
18-02-2026
Result Date
20-12-2025
Pre Exam Date
11-11-2025 to 13-11-2025
Admit Card
04-11-2025

Age Limit Details

Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years as on 01/01/2025 for NET, Maximum Age: 32 Years as on 01/08/2025 for ARS, Maximum Age: 35 Years for SMS & STO Post as on 21/05/2025
Age as on
01-08-2025

Application Fee Details

Unreserved UR
₹1000
EWS / OBC for NET Only
₹500
EWS / OBC for ARS / SMS STO Post
₹800
SC / ST / Female for NET Only
₹250
SC / ST / Female for ARS / SMS / STO
General for NET with Any Combination ARS / SMS / STO
₹2000
OBC / EWS for NET with Any Combination ARS / SMS / STO
₹1300
SC / ST / Female for NET with Any Combination ARS / SMS / STO
₹250

Vacancy Details

Total Vacancy
582
Subject Matter Specialist SMS
41
Senior Technical Officer STO
83
Agricultural Research Service ARS
458

Eligibility Criteria

Subject Matter Specialist SMS: Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India

Senior Technical Officer STO: Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India

Agricultural Research Service ARS: Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India

How to Apply

Visit the official ASRB website, navigate to the Admit Card section, select the appropriate exam, enter your registration details, and download the admit card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When will the ASRB NET, ARS, SMS & STO Mains Admit Card 2026 be released?
A: The mains admit card is released online by the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) after evaluation of the examination.
Q: How can candidates check the ASRB Mains Admit Card 2026?
A: Candidates can check the mains admit card on the official ASRB website in PDF format or through login, depending on the exam.
Q: In what format is the mains admit card published?
A: The result is published as a PDF list or online scorecard, showing roll numbers, marks, or qualification status.
Q: What does qualifying ASRB NET mean?
A: Qualifying ASRB NET means the candidate is eligible for Lecturer / Assistant Professor posts in agricultural universities.
Q: What is the official website for ASRB?
A: The official website for ASRB is https://www.asrb.org.in/
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for the ASRB NET exam?
A: Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India.
Q: What is the application fee for the ASRB NET exam?
A: The application fee varies by category, with ₹1000 for Unreserved, ₹500 for EWS/OBC for NET Only, and ₹250 for SC/ST/Female for NET Only.
Q: What is the selection process for ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO?
A: The selection process includes a Pre Exam, Mains Exam, and Interview.
Q: What is the age limit for ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO?
A: The minimum age is 21 years for NET, with a maximum of 32 years for ARS and 35 years for SMS & STO.
Q: How can I apply for the ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO exams?
A: Applications can be submitted online through the official ASRB website by following the instructions provided.