Published: Dec 01 2025•Author: Admin
ASRB Senior Scientist-cum-Head KVK Recruitment 2025 – 8 Posts
ASRB invites online applications for 8 permanent Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK posts at various ICAR Research Institutes. Apply online from 22 Dec 2025 to 22 Jan 2026.
Job Overview
Organization
Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB)
Total Posts
8 Posts
Salary Range
Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 (Pay Level-13A, pre-revised PB-4 Rs.37400-67000 + RGP Rs.9,000)
Qualification
Other
Application Start Date
December 22, 2025
Last Date to Apply
January 22, 2026
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Baramulla (ICAR-CITH, Srinagar) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Izatnagar, Bareilly (ICAR-IVRI, Bareilly) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sargatia, Kushinagar (ICAR-IIVR, Varanasi) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhopal (ICAR-CIAE, Bhopal) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Nagpur (ICAR-CICR, Nagpur) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kukma-Bhuj, Kutch (ICAR-CAZRI, Jodhpur) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gonikoppal, Kodagu (ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chinyalisaur, Uttarakashi (ICAR-VPKAS, Almora) | Rs.1,31,400-2,17,100 |
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Baramulla Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3 (Rs.15600-39100 with Grade Pay Rs.5400/6000/7000/8000 or equivalent) having contributed to research/teaching/extension education as evidenced by published work/innovations and impact. OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with at least 6 publications in NAAS-rated (>7.5) journals.
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 2Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Izatnagar, Bareilly Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 3Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Sargatia, Kushinagar Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 4Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Bhopal Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 5Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Nagpur Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 6Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Kukma-Bhuj, Kutch Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 7Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Gonikoppal, Kodagu Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: Experience in frontline extension/coordination and monitoring of extension programmes (Desirable).
Registration:
Recognition: - 8Senior Scientist-cum-Head, KVK, Chinyalisaur, Uttarakashi Qualification: Doctoral degree in Agricultural Sciences including relevant basic sciences
Experience: 8 years' experience as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in Pay Band-3... OR 8 years' postdoctoral research with 6+ publications (NAAS 7.5+ journals).
Skills: At least 08 years’ experience of working in hilly areas. Specialization in implementing Horticultural extension education programmes in hilly areas. (Desirable)
Registration:
Recognition:
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | 1500 |
| OC | 1500 |
| SC_ST_BC_EWS_PwD_ExServicemen | -- |
| Mode of payment | Online (Bharatkosh; Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
Selection Process
- 1 Shortlisting of applications
- 2 Personal Interview
Document Required
- 1 No Objection Certificate from parent organization (if applicable)
- 2 Date of Birth Certificate
- 3 Copy of Doctoral Degree
- 4 Copy of appointment orders
- 5 Caste/category certificate for SC/ST/Divyang
- 6 Scanned passport size photograph
- 7 Scanned signature
- 8 Photo ID (Aadhar/Voter Card/PAN/Passport/Driving License/Other Govt. issued ID)
- 9 Fee payment receipt
- 10 All relevant qualification/experience certificates
Age Limit
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| General | Maximum 47 years as on 2026-01-22 |
| Manager Level | -- |
| Relaxation | SC/ST/BC/EWS: PH: Others: No age limit for ICAR employees |
How to apply
- 1Visit the ASRB website (https://asrb.org.in or https://asrb.gov.in) and access the online application link.
- 2Register and fill out the online application form carefully with all required details.
- 3Upload all required documents, photographs, signature, and fee payment receipt as specified.
- 4Pay the application fee of Rs. 1500/- for each post through Bharatkosh via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. SC/ST/Divyang and women candidates are exempted.
- 5Submit the completed application online and take a printout or save the filled form for future reference.
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