CSB Sericulture Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 16 Posts
Accepting ApplicationsCentral Silk Board
The Central Silk Board (CSB) under the Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization (MESSO) has officially released the recruitment notification for 16 Sericulture Assistant (SA) posts on a temporary/contractual basis.
Key Overview & Important Dates
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Recruiting Body: Central Silk Board (CSB) / Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization (MESSO)
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Advertisement No.: CSB/MESSO/1(10)/Estt/Seri.Asstt./2026
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Post Name: Sericulture Assistant (SA)
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Total Vacancies: 16 Posts
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Employment Nature: Contractual (1 year)
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Notification Date: October 06, 2026
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Last Date to Apply: October 30, 2026
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Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility: November 06, 2026
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: csb.gov.in / messo.org.in
Remuneration & Age Limit
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Monthly Remuneration: ₹21,000/- per month + HRA (Consolidated)
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Upper Age Limit: Up to 35 years as of November 06, 2026 (Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules).
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess any one of the following essential qualifications:
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3-year or 4-year full-time degree in Sericulture.
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3-year full-time degree in Sericulture + PG Diploma in Sericulture.
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4-year full-time Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Sciences / Forestry.
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3-year full-time degree in Biological Sciences (Zoology / Botany / Biology) or Biotechnology + PG Diploma in Sericulture.
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3-year full-time degree in Biological Sciences / Biotechnology + 1 year experience in Sericultural project work.
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Desirable: Practical work experience in silkworm rearing, grainage, or related pre-cocoon sericulture sectors.
Selection Process
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Screening of Applications: Shortlisting candidates based on qualification criteria.
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Personal Interview: Selection is based strictly on performance in the personal interview (no written exam).
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Document Verification: Originals checked at the time of interview.
Interview dates and call letters will be communicated directly via candidate's registered email.
Vacancy Locations (Unit-Wise Breakup)
| Location / Region | Units / Main Institutes | Vacancies |
| Assam | Guwahati, Pailapool (Silchar), Topatoli, Narayanpur, Kaliabari, Hahim | 7 |
| Meghalaya | Nongpoh, Tura, Rampora, Mendipathar | 5 |
| Nagaland | Kobulong (Mokokchung) | 1 |
| Mizoram | MTU Aizawl | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | ESSPC Hosur | 2 |
| Total | 16 |
Steps to Apply Online
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Visit the official hiring portal at csb-hiring.in.
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Select the Sericulture Assistant post under CSB-MESSO, Guwahati.
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Fill out the application form carefully with your personal details, educational qualifications, and up to three location preferences.
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Upload self-attested copies of required mark sheets, certificates, and experience documents.
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Verify details and submit before October 30, 2026.