Central Silk Board Recruitment 2026 – Scientist-B (Pre-Cocoon Sector), India

March 23, 2026

Designation/Position- Central Silk Board Recruitment

About- The Central Silk Board (CSB), under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, invites online applications for the post of Scientist-B (Pre-Cocoon Sector). This recruitment is based on ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2025 scores. A total of 36 vacancies are available across various agricultural and sericulture-related disciplines.

Research/Job Area-

Genetics & Plant Breeding
Sericulture
Plant Pathology
Plant Physiology
Agronomy
Soil Science
Agricultural Economics & Agri-business Management
Agricultural Extension
Agricultural Statistics

Location- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India

Posting: Anywhere in India (All India Service Liability)

Eligibility/Qualification–

Essential Qualification

Master’s Degree in:
- Science OR
- Agricultural Sciences from a recognized university

Additional Requirement

Must have appeared in ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) – 2025 in relevant subjects.

Age Limit

Maximum: 35 years (as on 31 March 2026)
Age relaxation applicable as per Government norms.

Job/Position Description-

Particulars	Details
Organization	Central Silk Board (CSB)
Advertisement No.	CSB/01/2025
Post Name	Scientist-B (Pre-Cocoon Sector)
Total Vacancies	36
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Salary	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10, 7th CPC)
Application Start Date	02 March 2026
Last Date to Apply	31 March 2026
Selection Basis	ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2025 + Interview

Designation: Scientist-B (Pre-Cocoon Sector)

Conduct research in pre-cocoon sericulture sector
Develop and promote scientific sericulture practices
Improve productivity and quality in silk production
Support policy and advisory roles for silk industry development
Work in laboratories, field stations, and research centers

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2025 scores
Document Verification
Interview / Personality Test
Final Merit List based on interview performance

Salary & Benefits

Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10, 7th CPC)
Allowances as per Central Government rules
Additional Benefits:
- Medical facilities
- Leave & LTC
- Career progression under Flexible Complementing Scheme

Application Fee

₹1000 for UR/EWS/OBC/ESM candidates
No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates

How to Apply-

Visit official website: www.csb.gov.in
Navigate to Job Opportunities → Recruitment/Vacancies
Fill online application form
Upload required documents:
- Educational certificates
- ICAR scorecard & admit card
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Pay application fee (if applicable)
Submit and download registration slip