Central Silk Board (CSB) – Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization (MESSO) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 16 Sericulture Assistant (SA) posts on contractual basis.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the last date, 30 October 2026. In this article we provide complete details about eligibility, vacancy, salary, selection process and application procedure.
Recruitment Overview
| Job Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Central Silk Board (CSB) – Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization (MESSO) |
| Post Name | Sericulture Assistant (SA) – Contractual |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Job Type | Central Government Contractual Job |
| Job Location | Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram and Tamil Nadu (Hosur) units |
| Contract Period | Initially for a period not exceeding 1 year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 October 2026 |
| Official Website | csb.gov.in |
About the Recruitment
The Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization (MESSO), under the Central Silk Board, has invited online applications for the contractual post of Sericulture Assistant at its various units in the North East and Hosur. Selected candidates will be engaged on contract, initially for a period not exceeding one year.
Vacancy Details
A total of 16 vacancies are released for the post of Sericulture Assistant. No category-wise breakup is mentioned in the source. The location wise vacancy details are as follows.
| Institute / Unit | No of Posts |
|---|---|
| CSB-MESSO, Guwahati | 2 |
| CSB-P3 Unit, Pailapool, Silchar | 1 |
| CSB-P2-Eri BSF, Topatoli, Kamrup | 1 |
| CSB-P3 Unit, Narayanpur, Lakhimpur | 1 |
| CSB-Muga SSPC, Kaliabari, Kamrup | 1 |
| CSB-P3 Unit, Hahim, Kamrup | 1 |
| CSB-P3 Unit, Nongeoh, Ri Bhoi | 1 |
| CSB-P4 Unit, Tura, West Garo Hills | 2 |
| CSB-P3 Unit, Rampora, North Garo Hills | 1 |
| CSB-P3 Unit, Kobulong, Mokokchung | 1 |
| CSB-MTU, Aizawl | 1 |
| CSB-ESSPC, Hosur | 2 |
Candidates should check the official notification for the final location-wise vacancy list.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any one of the following qualifications:
- 3-year or 4-year full-time degree in Sericulture.
- 3-year degree plus PG Diploma in Sericulture.
- 4-year full-time Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Sciences / Forestry.
- 3-year degree in Zoology, Botany, Biology or Biotechnology plus PG Diploma in Sericulture.
- 3-year degree in Zoology, Botany, Biology or Biotechnology plus one year of sericultural project work experience.
Desirable: Work experience in silkworm rearing and grainage (pre-cocoon sector).
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years (cut-off date as per the official notification)
- Age Relaxation: Not mentioned in the source. Please check the official notification.
Application Fee
There is no application fee (Nil) for this recruitment.
Salary
Selected candidates will get a consolidated salary of ₹21,000 per month plus HRA.
Selection Process
Selection will be through an interview. The interview date and venue are not mentioned in the source. Candidates should check the official website for updates.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully using the link given below.
- Open the online application form link and register with your 10-digit mobile number.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload your passport-size photograph, signature and other required documents.
- Submit the form on or before 30 October 2026 and print a copy for your records.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 6 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 October 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Central Silk Board recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 30 October 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 16 vacancies for the post of Sericulture Assistant (SA) on contractual basis.
Q3. What is the application mode?
Candidates have to apply online through the CSB hiring portal.
Q4. What is the salary of Sericulture Assistant?
The consolidated salary is ₹21,000 per month plus HRA.
Q5. Is there any application fee?
No. The application fee is Nil.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection is through an interview.
Q7. What is the maximum age limit?
The upper age limit is 35 years.
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