The Central Silk Board (CSB) / Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization (MESSO) has released the Sericulture Assistant (SA) Notification 2026 on the official website messo.org.in. A total of 16 vacancies have been announced through the CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility and qualification requirements are eligible to apply for these Sericulture Assistant vacancies.
The online application process for CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026 is being conducted through the official website. The last date to submit the application is 30 October 2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided in this article. This is a good opportunity for candidates with a background in Sericulture, Agriculture, Forestry, Biological Sciences, or Biotechnology who are looking for a contractual government job in the silk industry.
CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026: Post Name and Number of Posts
The recruitment is for the post of Sericulture Assistant (SA) with a total of 16 vacancies across various institutes and units. The engagement is purely temporary and contractual, initially for a period not exceeding one year.
- CSB-MESSO, Guwahati – Assam – 2 Posts
- CSB-P3 Unit, Pailapool, Silchar – Assam – 1 Post
- CSB-P2-Eri BSF, Topatoli, Kamrup – Assam – 1 Post
- CSB-P3 Unit, Narayanpur, Lakhimpur – Assam – 1 Post
- CSB-Muga SSPC, Kaliabari, Kamrup – Assam – 1 Post
- CSB-P3 Unit, Hahim, Kamrup – Assam – 1 Post
- CSB-P3 Unit, Nongpoh, Ri Bhoi – Meghalaya – 1 Post
- CSB-P3 Unit, Tura, West Garo Hills – Meghalaya – 2 Posts
- CSB-P3 Unit, Rampora, North Garo Hills – Meghalaya – 1 Post
- CSB-P3 Unit, Mendipathar, North Garo Hills – Meghalaya – 1 Post
- CSB-P3 Unit, Kobulong, Mokokchung – Nagaland – 1 Post
- CSB-MTU, Aizawl (formerly CSB-REC, Aizawl) – Mizoram – 1 Post
- CSB-ESSPC, Hosur – Tamilnadu – 2 Posts
Candidates opting for the place of posting are preferably expected to be well-versed in the local language of the concerned region.
CSB Sericulture Assistant Vacancy Details and Salary 2026
The selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹21,000 per month plus HRA. The engagement does not confer any right for regularisation, absorption, continuation, or claim for permanent appointment in CSB.
- Post Name: Sericulture Assistant (SA)
- Pay: ₹21,000/- + HRA (Consolidated Remuneration Per Month)
- Job Location: Various Institutes/Units across Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Tamilnadu
- Nature of Engagement: Purely temporary and contractual, initially for a period not exceeding one year
Candidates must attend the interview at their own cost. No T.A./D.A., lodging, or boarding will be paid by the organization.
CSB Sericulture Assistant Eligibility: Educational Qualification and Age Limit
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution to be eligible for the Sericulture Assistant post.
- Three years full time degree in Sericulture, OR
- Four years full time degree in Sericulture, OR
- Three years full time degree plus PG Diploma in Sericulture, OR
- Four years full time bachelor degree in Agriculture Sciences/Forestry, OR
- Three years full time degree in Biological Sciences (Zoology or Botany or Biology)/Biotechnology plus PG diploma in Sericulture, OR
- Three years full time bachelor degree in Biology Sciences (Zoology or Botany or Biology)/Biotechnology plus one year experience in Sericultural project work
Desirable Qualification: Work experience in the field of silkworm rearing and grainage/Sericulture and related field (Pre-Cocoon Sector).
The upper age limit shall be 35 years as of the cut-off date 06.11.2026. No category-wise age relaxation has been specified in the notification.
CSB Sericulture Assistant Selection Process and Application Fee 2026
The selection to the above contractual posts will be done based on the performance of eligible candidates in the personal interview only. There is no written test mentioned in the notification.
- Eligible candidates will be shortlisted and called for a personal interview
- The date, time, and venue of the personal interview will be intimated to eligible candidates through email only
- Candidates should bring their original certificates and identity proof for verification at the time of the interview
- Canvassing directly or indirectly will disqualify the candidate's candidature
The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should check the official portal at the time of application for any updates regarding the fee.
CSB Sericulture Assistant Important Dates 2026
Candidates must note the following important dates for the CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026.
- Date of Notification: 06.10.2026
- Last Date of Submission of Application: 30.10.2026
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility and Age Limit: 06.11.2026
- Personal Interview Date: To be intimated through e-mail
CSB Sericulture Assistant Apply Online 2026: How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official application portal. Applications with false information or incomplete details will be summarily rejected.
- Visit the official application portal at https://csb-hiring.in/
- Attach self-attested copies of documents in support of eligibility criteria
- Fill out the online application form with correct details without making errors or suppressing material information
- Submit the application online before the last date of 30.10.2026
Important Instructions: The engagement is purely temporary and contractual, initially for a period not exceeding one year. The engagement does not confer any right for regularisation, absorption, continuation, or claim for permanent appointment in CSB. Candidates should bring their original certificates and identity proof for verification at the time of the interview. Incomplete applications or applications with false information will be summarily rejected. Candidates must attend the interview at their own cost; no T.A./D.A., lodging, or boarding will be paid. The date, time, and venue of the personal interview will be intimated to eligible candidates through email only. Canvassing directly or indirectly will disqualify the candidate's candidature.
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