Last updated on February 19th, 2026 at 03:42 pm
The Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released the official notification for NET-2025, ARS, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS – T-6), and Senior Technical Officer (STO – T-6) Exams 2025. A total of 603 vacancies have been announced, including 47 Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) posts. The selection process includes Prelims, Mains, Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. If you are looking for Subject Matter Specialist eligibility, exam fees, vacancies, and selection process, check the full details below.

ASRB Subject Matter Specialist Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Organization | Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board (ASRB) |
| 📋 Post Name | Subject Matter Specialist (SMS), STO, ARS |
| 📌 Job Location | All India |
| 💰 Monthly Pay | As Per Rule |
| 📄 Application Mode | Online |
| 💼 Job Basis | Permanent |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 603 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Starting Date | 22/04/2025 |
| Last Date | 21/05/2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Prelims Exam | 02–04 Sept 2025 |
| Admit Card (Prelims) | 26/08/2025 |
| Mains Exam (ARS/SMS/STO) | 07/12/2025 |
Application Fees
| Category | NET | ARS / SMS / STO | NET + ARS / SMS / STO |
| General | ₹1000 | ₹1000 (ARS) / ₹1000 (SMS/STO) | ₹2000 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹500 | ₹800 | ₹1300 |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹250 | ₹0 | ₹250 |
| Payment Mode | Online Only |
Age Limit (as on post-wise rules)
- NET Test: Minimum 21 Years
- ARS Post: 21–32 Years
- SMS / STO Post: 21–35 Years
- Age Relaxation applicable as per rules.
Qualification
- NET-2025 / ARS / SMS (T-6) / STO (T-6):
Master’s Degree in the concerned subject from a recognized University. - For subject-wise details, read the full notification.
Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) | 47 |
| Senior Technical Officer (STO) | 98 |
| Agricultural Research Service (ARS) | 458 |
| Grand Total | 603 |
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Selection Process
- Prelims Written Exam
- Mains Written Exam
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Links
| Content | Issued On | Link |
| Mains Admit Card (ARS/ SMS/ STO) | 18/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Get Exam Result | 20/12/2025 | Click Here |
| Get Admit Card | 04/11/2025 | Click Here |
| New Exam Date | 25/09/2025 | Click Here |
| Get Admit Card | 26/08/2025 | Click Here |
| Fill Online Form | 22/04/2025 | Click Here |
| Addendum Notice | 22/04/2025 | Click Here |
| Full Notification | 22/04/2025 | Click Here |
| Official Website | 22/04/2025 | Click Here |
❓ FAQs – Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) Recruitment 2025
Q1. How many Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) vacancies are released in ASRB 2025?
👉 A total of 47 SMS posts are announced.
Q2. What is the qualification for Subject Matter Specialist?
👉 Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject.
Q3. What is the age limit for SMS Recruitment 2025?
👉 Minimum 21 years and maximum 35 years (with relaxations as per rules).
Q4. What is the exam pattern for SMS 2025?
👉 The recruitment includes Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
Q5. What is the application fee for Subject Matter Specialist (SMS)?
👉 General: ₹1000, OBC/EWS: ₹800, SC/ST/Female: No Fee.