ASRB NET, ARS, SMS & STO Mains Admit Card 2025-26 Released
Update Date: February 18, 2026 2:46 pm
ASRB NET, ARS, SMS & STO Mains Admit Card 2025 - Short Details
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the Mains Admit Card for the recruitment examination of NET-2025, ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6) on its official website. Candidates who have successfully registered for the examination can now download their admit cards online.According to the official notification, the ASRB Mains Examination 2025 is scheduled to be conducted on 01 March 2026 at various examination centers across India. The last date to submit the online application form was 05 June 2025.Candidates can download their Mains Admit Card by logging into the official portal using their Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth. The admit card contains important details such as exam date, exam center, reporting time, and exam instructions.Applicants are advised to carefully verify all details mentioned on the admit card and carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID proof to the examination center.
ASRB NET, ARS, SMS & STO Mains Admit Card 2025-26 Released
ASRB NET, ARS, SMS & STO Examination 2026 : Key Details
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Important Dates
- Start Date : 22 April 2025
- Last Date : 21 May 2025
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 21 May 2025
- Pre Exam Date : 11-13 November 2025
- Admit Card : 04 November 2025
- Result Declare Date: 20 December 2025
- Mains Exam Date : 01 March 2026
- Mains Admit Card : 18 February 2026 Available Now
- Applicants are strongly advised to verify all information from the official website before proceeding.
Application Fee
- SMS / STO / ARS / NET Posts:
UR (General): ₹1000/-
EWS / OBC (NET Only): ₹500/-
EWS / OBC (ARS / SMS / STO Posts): ₹800/-
SC / ST / Female (NET Only): ₹250/-
SC / ST / Female (ARS / SMS / STO Posts): ₹0/- (No Fee) - NET with ARS / SMS / STO Combination:
General (UR): ₹2000/-
OBC / EWS: ₹1300/-
SC / ST / Female: ₹250/- - Mode of Fee Payment (Online) : The application fee must be paid through online mode only using any of the following payment options:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO Notification 2025-26 : Age Limits As On 01/08/2025
- Minimum Age : 21 Years
- Maximum Age : 32 Years
- Maximum Age : 35 Years. for SMS & STO
- Age relaxation for the posts of NET, ARS, SMS, STO shall be applicable in accordance with ASRB rules and regulations.
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ASRB NET / ARS / SMS / STO Mains 2026 New Notice
ASRB has released the Mains Admit Card for NET-2025, ARS, SMS (T-6), and STO (T-6) exams.
The Mains Examination will be held on 01 March 2026.
Candidates can download the admit card from the official website using their Registration Number / Enrollment Number / Date of Birth.
The admit card contains exam center, timing, and important instructions.
Carry a printed admit card and valid photo ID to the exam center.
ASRB NET, ARS, SMS, STO Bharti 2025-26 : Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | 41 |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | 83 |
| National Eligibility Test (NET) | —- |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | 458 |
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | Master’s Degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India. |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | Required educational qualification in the relevant discipline as prescribed by ASRB. |
| National Eligibility Test (NET) | Master’s Degree or equivalent qualification in the concerned discipline from a recognized university. |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | Master’s Degree or equivalent in agriculture or allied disciplines from a recognized institution. |
| ASRB NET / ARS / SMS / STO Exam Pattern | |
|---|---|
| ASRB NET Exam Pattern | |
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 Marks |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| ASRB ARS Exam Pattern | |
|---|---|
| Stage | Details |
| Preliminary Exam | Objective type (qualifying in nature) |
| Main Exam | Descriptive written examination |
| Viva-Voce | Interview round |
ARS Prelims:
Mode: Computer Based Test
Questions: 150 MCQs
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: Yes (1/3 deduction)
ARS Mains:
Type: Descriptive Paper
Questions related to concerned discipline.
| ASRB Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) / Senior Technical Officer (STO) Exam Pattern | |
|---|---|
| Stage | Details |
| Preliminary Exam | Objective type (CBT) |
| Main Exam | Descriptive Written Exam |
| Interview | Personal Interview |
Preliminary Exam:
Objective type questions (MCQs)
Subject-based paper
Main Exam:
Descriptive type questions from the relevant subject.
| How to Download ASRB Mains Admit Card 2026 |
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| नोट: उम्मीदवारों से अनुरोध किया जाता है कि वे आवेदन करने से पूर्व आधिकारिक अधिसूचना (Official Notification) को ध्यानपूर्वक पढ़ लें। विशेष रूप से अंतिम तिथि (Last Date), आयु सीमा (Age Limit), तथा शैक्षणिक योग्यता (Educational Qualification) से संबंधित सभी विवरणों की जाँच करने के बाद ही आवेदन करें। |
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| ASRB NET / ARS / SMS / STO Recruitment 2025–26 – FAQs | |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is ASRB NET / ARS / SMS / STO Recruitment? | It is a recruitment process conducted by ASRB for NET, ARS, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS), and Senior Technical Officer (STO) posts in the agriculture sector. |
| Who conducts the ASRB NET / ARS / SMS / STO exam? | The exam is conducted by the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB). |
| When will the ASRB Mains Exam 2025 be conducted? | The ASRB Mains Examination is scheduled for 01 March 2026. |
| What was the last date to apply for ASRB Recruitment 2025? | The last date to submit the online application was 05 June 2025. |
| How can I download the ASRB Mains Admit Card 2026? | Candidates can download it from the official ASRB website using their Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password. |
| What is the eligibility for the ASRB NET exam? | Candidates must have a Master’s Degree or equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline from a recognized university. |
| What is the selection process for ARS / SMS / STO posts? | The selection process generally includes a preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview (if applicable). |
| Is there negative marking in the ASRB exam? | Yes, negative marking is applicable in objective-type exams as per official rules. |
| What documents are required at the exam center? | Candidates must carry a printed admit card and a valid photo ID proof. |
| What is the official website of ASRB? | The official website is https://asrb.org.in |
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