ASRB NET Notification 2025: Ultimate Guide to Vacancies, Eligibility & Exam Details!
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) National Eligibility Test (NET) is a prestigious examination that determines eligibility for the position of Lecturer/Assistant Professor in State Agricultural Universities and other Agricultural Universities. The ASRB NET Notification 2025 has been released, providing aspiring candidates with essential information regarding the examination process.
Introduction
The ASRB NET serves as a gateway for individuals aiming to establish a career in academia within the agricultural sciences domain. Clearing this examination is a testament to a candidate’s expertise and knowledge, aligning with the standards required for teaching positions in esteemed agricultural institutions.
Understanding ASRB NET
The ASRB NET is conducted to assess the eligibility of candidates for Lecturer and Assistant Professor roles in agricultural universities across India. It ensures that only qualified individuals, who have demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of their respective disciplines, are entrusted with shaping the future of agricultural education.
✅ Eligibility Criteria for ASRB NET Notification 2025
Educational Qualifications
| Discipline | Minimum Qualification |
| Agricultural Sciences | Master’s Degree in the relevant field from a recognized university |
| Animal Sciences | Master’s Degree in Veterinary/Animal Sciences or related discipline |
| Horticulture | Master’s Degree in Horticulture or related discipline |
| Fisheries Sciences | Master’s Degree in Fisheries Science or equivalent |
| Dairy Sciences | Master’s Degree in Dairy Science/Dairy Technology |
| Forestry | Master’s Degree in Forestry or related field |
| Agronomy | Master’s Degree in Agronomy or equivalent |
| Plant Breeding & Genetics | Master’s Degree in Plant Breeding & Genetics |
| Agricultural Engineering | Master’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering or equivalent |
| Soil Science | Master’s Degree in Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry |
| Entomology | Master’s Degree in Entomology or related discipline |
✅ Age Limit for ASRB NET Notification 2025
| Category | Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years as of the application closing date |
| Maximum Age | No upper age limit for ASRB NET 2025 |
| Age Relaxation (SC/ST) | As per government norms |
| Age Relaxation (OBC) | As per government norms |
| Age Relaxation (PwD) | As per government norms |
Candidates must ensure they fulfill the age criteria before applying. There is no upper age limit, allowing candidates from all age groups (above 21 years) to apply for the exam.
✅ Number of Vacancies ASRB NET Notification 2025
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has announced a total of 582 vacancies for the National Eligibility Test (NET) 2025. These vacancies are distributed across various positions, including Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Subject Matter Specialist (SMS), and Senior Technical Officer (STO). Below is a detailed breakdown of the vacancies:
| Position | Number of Vacancies |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | 458 |
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | 41 |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | 83 |
| Total | 582 |
✅ Selection Process: ASRB NET Notification 2025
The ASRB Combined Computer Based Test (CBT) is being conducted for following three examinations:-
✔️ NET-2025
✔️ Preliminary Examination for ARS-2025
✔️ Preliminary Examination for SMS (T-6) and STO (T-6)-2025
✅ Application Fee:
| Category | For NET | For ARS / SMS or any combination of this three | For NET with any combination of ARS / SMS / STO |
| UR | ₹ 1000/- | ₹ 1000/- | ₹ 2000/- |
| EWS / OBC | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 800/- | ₹ 1300/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Transgender | ₹ 250/- | Nil | ₹ 250/- |
✅ How to Apply:
Eligible candidates are required to apply online only through ASRB Official website. The candidates must exercise their option in the application form for being considered either for NET only or ARS only or SMS (T-6) only or STO (T-6) only or any combination of the four. The Online Application form starts on 22nd April 2025 to 21st May 2025.
✅ Important Links for ASRB NET 2025
Candidates can refer to the following official links for important updates and application details regarding ASRB NET 2025:
| Category | Link |
| ASRB Official Website | Click Here |
Candidates should regularly check these links for the latest updates regarding ASRB NET 2025.
✅ Important Dates:
| Opening date for Online Registration | 22/04/2025 |
| Closing date for Online Registration | 21/05/2025 |
| Tentative date of Computer Based Test | 02/09/2025 to 04/09/2025 |
| Tentative date of Combined Mains (Descriptive) Examination | 07/12/2025 |