The Central Silk Board (CSB) has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Sericulture Assistant (SA) with a total of 5 vacancies. The last date to apply for this position is November 6, 2026.
CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026: 5 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Central Silk Board (CSB) |
| Post Name | Sericulture Assistant (SA) |
| Advt No | Not specified |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Berhampore (West Bengal), Shillong (Meghalaya), and Mangaldoi (Assam) |
| Official Website | https://csb.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
The important dates for the recruitment process are as follows:
| Last date for submission of applications | November 6, 2026 |
Application Fee
The notification does not specify any application fee details.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC | Not specified |
| SC/ST/PWD | Not specified |
Age Limit
The upper age limit for candidates applying for the Sericulture Assistant position is 35 years as of November 6, 2026.
| Age Limit | 35 years |
Vacancy Details
The total of 5 vacancies for the Sericulture Assistant post is distributed across specific regional centres and institutes under the Central Silk Board.
| Unit / Location | State | Vacancies |
| Central Sericultural Research and Training Institute (CSB-CSRTI), Berhampore | West Bengal | 3 |
| Regional Extension Centre (REC), Shillong | Meghalaya | 1 |
| CSB-REC, Mangaldoi | Assam | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Sericulture Assistant position must possess prescribed qualifications in Sericulture, Agriculture Sciences, Forestry, Biological Sciences, or Biotechnology. A postgraduate diploma or relevant work experience is also required. Experience in silkworm rearing and grainage in the pre-cocoon sector is desirable.
| Post | Essential Qualification Required |
| Sericulture Assistant | Prescribed qualifications in Sericulture, Agriculture Sciences, Forestry, Biological Sciences or Biotechnology, including the required postgraduate diploma or relevant work experience where specified. |
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹21,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
| Pay | ₹21,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) |
Selection Process
Selection will be based solely on performance in a personal interview. The date, time, and venue of the interview will be communicated to eligible candidates through email.
- Submission of online application.
- Verification of eligibility documents.
- Personal interview.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online through the official hiring portal. The following steps outline the application process:
- Visit the official hiring portal at https://csb-hiring.in/.
- Prepare self-attested copies of documents supporting your eligibility.
- Fill in the online application form on the portal.
- Attach self-attested copies of documents with the application.
- Submit the application online on or before November 6, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Candidates with the required qualifications can apply; however, experience in silkworm rearing and grainage is desirable, but not mandatory.
What documents are needed at the time of verification?
Candidates must produce their original certificates and valid identity proof for verification at the time of the interview.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
The notification does not specify any age relaxation for reserved categories.
Documents Required
- Self-attested copies of educational qualifications.
- Self-attested copies of experience certificates (if applicable).
- Valid identity proof.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying under the wrong post code.
- Missing the deadline for application submission.
- Not including required documents with the application.
- Incorrect details filled in the application form.
- Not verifying eligibility criteria before applying.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्थान: केंद्रीय रेशम बोर्ड (CSB)
- पद: रेशम सहायक (SA)
- कुल पद: 5
- योग्यता: B.Sc, PG डिप्लोमा
- आयु सीमा: 35 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 6 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
