ASRB Recruitment 2025: Apply online for Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK (08 Permanent Posts)

The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) has released Advt. No. 02/2025 inviting online applications for 8 permanent posts of Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) across various ICAR research institutes located in different states.

This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for experienced agricultural scientists seeking leadership roles in the KVK system.

Total Vacancies

08 Posts (One post at each KVK location)

Post Locations

1. KVK Baramulla, J&K (ICAR-CITH)

2. KVK Izatnagar, Bareilly (ICAR-IVRI)

3. KVK Sargatia, Kushinagar (ICAR-IIVR)

4. KVK Bhopal (ICAR-CIAE)

5. KVK Nagpur (ICAR-CICR)

6. KVK Kukma-Bhuj, Kutch (ICAR-CAZRI)

7. KVK Gonikoppal, Kodagu (ICAR-IIHR)

8. KVK Chinyalisaur, Uttarakashi (ICAR-VPKAS)

Pay Scale

Research Level-13A:
Rs. 1,31,400 – Rs. 2,17,100 (as per 7th CPC)

Essential Qualification (Common for all Posts)

Applicants must possess:

Option 1:

• Doctoral Degree in Agricultural Sciences (including relevant basic sciences)

• Minimum 8 years’ experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or an equivalent position in PB-3 (Rs. 15,600–39,100 + GP Rs. 5,400 / 6,000 / 7,000 / 8,000 or equivalent)

• Contribution to research/teaching/extension evidenced by publications, innovations, or measurable impact

OR Option 2:

• Doctoral Degree in Agricultural Sciences (including relevant basic sciences)

• Minimum 8 years of high-quality post-doctoral research

• At least 6 publications in NAAS-rated journals (7.5 or above)

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in frontline extension, coordination, and monitoring of extension programs (for most posts)

• For VPKAS, Almora (Chinyalisaur):

  • 8 years’ experience in hilly areas

  • Specialisation in horticultural extension in hilly regions

You can also apply for CSIR CECRI Scientist Recruitment 2025 here.

Age Limit

• Upper Age Limit: 47 years as on 22 January 2026

• No age limit for ICAR employees

Application Fee

• Rs. 1500 per post

• SC/ST/Divyang/Women candidates: No fee

• Fee payment through Bharatkosh only (as per instructions in the notification)

Key Dates

• Opening of online application: 22 December 2025 (10:00 AM)

• Closing of online application: 22 January 2026 (5:00 PM)

• Last date for fee payment: 22 January 2026 (5:00 PM)

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online only through the ASRB portal link below:

• Only one application form is required for all posts; candidates can choose multiple KVKs.

• Upload required documents:

  • DOB certificate

  • Doctoral degree

  • Appointment orders

  • Experience proofs

  • Score-card-based supporting certificates

  • NOC (if in service)

• Ensure all documents are clear and readable.

Important Notes for Applicants

• Shortlisting does not guarantee selection; final merit will depend on interview and score-card evaluation.

• Applications without a proper NOC (for in-service applicants) will be rejected.

• All claims must be supported by certified documents as per Annexure guidelines.

• Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

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