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ICAR NET or ASRB NET is conducted to recruit Lecturers/ Assistant Professors in State Agricultural Universities and other Agricultural Universities. ASRB follows a particular pattern for ASRB NET. Candidates who are going to appear for the exam, must have a clear understanding of ICAR or ASRB NET exam pattern. ASRB NET exam pattern is relatively simple compared to other NETs. This exam basically screens candidates on the basis of their knowledge and understanding of their chosen disciplines. On the basis of their performance in the written exam, they get a chance to apply for the vacancies released by different state agricultural universities or other universities.
Q: Â What is the exam pattern for ASRB ICAR NET?
The exam pattern for the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board Indian Council Agricultural Research National Eligibility Test (ASRB ICAR NET) is provided along with the notification PDF. The exam pattern for ASRB ICAR NET is given below:
- The exam involves only one paper
- The exam carries 150 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) of 150 marks
- Candidates are allotted two hours
- Each question carries one mark and there is a negative marking of 1/3rd marks
- There is no rounding off of fractions of marks
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Q: Â For which subjects is ASRB ICAR NET conducted?
The ASRB ICAR NET exam is conducted for a wide range of subjects to determine the eligibility of candidates for the posts of Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Agriculture Colleges across the country. Here are some of the subjects for which the exam is conducted:
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- Agricultural Entomology
- Agricultural Microbiology
- Economic Botany & Plant Genetic Resources
- Genetics & Plant Breeding
- Nematology
- Plant Biochemistry
- Plant Pathology
- Plant Physiology
- Seed Science & Technology
- Floriculture & Landscaping
- Fruit Science
- Spices, Plantation & Medicinal & Aromatic Plants
- Vegetable Science
- Animal Biochemistry
- Animal Biotechnology
- Animal Genetics & Breeding
- Animal Nutrition
- Animal Physiology
- Animal Reproduction & Gynaecology
- Dairy Chemistry
- Dairy Microbiology
- Dairy Technology
- Livestock Product Technology
- Livestock Production Management
- Poultry Science
- Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Microbiology
- Veterinary Parasitology
- Veterinary Pathology
- Veterinary Pharmacology
- Veterinary Public Health
- Veterinary Surgery
- Aquaculture
- Fisheries Resource Management
- Fish Processing Technology
- Fish Nutrition
- Fish Health
- Fish Genetics & Breeding
- Agricultural Chemicals
- Agricultural Meteorology
- Agroforestry
- Agronomy
- Environmental Science
- Soil Sciences
- Agricultural Business Management
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Extension
- Agricultural Statistics
- Home Science
- Farm Machinery & Power
Upvote Q: Â What is the mode of conducting the ASRB ICAR NET Exam?
ASRB ICAR NET Examination conducted by ASRB ICAR is an online examination conducted by the ASRB and the ICAR. Candidates take the ICAR online test at the designated centres. The ICAR online test is conducted slot-wise. This slot-wise test ensures a level playing field across different agricultural sciences. Whether the ASRB conducts the ASRB ICAR NET online test once or twice a year depends on several factors. These factors include availability of jobs in the field of agriculture research, the requirement for qualified candidates in the agricultural research and education sector, and the availability of resources and administration aspects of the ASRB or ICAR.
Upvote ASRB NET Exam Pattern
Candidates must be aware of the following parameters related to ASRB NET Exam Pattern:
| Parameters |
ASRB NET Pattern |
|---|---|
| Number of papers |
One |
| Mode of exam |
Online |
| Total marks |
150 |
| Total number of question |
150 |
| Type of questions |
Objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) |
| Total duration of the exam |
Two hours |
| Source of the questions |
Respective disciplines |
| Negative marking |
Yes (1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer) |
| Rounding of fractional marks |
No |
| Language of the question paper |
Bilingual (English and Hindi) |
| Standard of paper |
Master’s degree level |
Q: Â What type of questions are asked in ASRB ICAR NET exam?
The ASRB NET (Agriculture Scientists Recruitment Board National Eligibility Test) Exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with four options and a single correct answer. The questions are designed to test the candidates' knowledge, understanding, and Agriculture knowledge related to the relevant subjects. The type of questions asked in the ASRB NET Exam can be broadly classified into three categories, namely:
- Conceptual Questions: These questions are designed to test the candidates' understanding of the fundamental concepts related to the relevant subjects. They may require the candidates to recall and apply the concepts learned during their academic studies.
- Agricultural Questions: ASRB NET is an exam conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates as Lecturers / Assistant Professors in State Agricultural Universities (SAUs). So, the questions were asked from Agriculture domain to assess the candidate's knowledge in the domain in their respective disciplines.
Upvote Q: Â What is the syllabus of ASRB ICAR NET?
The syllabus of ASRB ICAR NET is very detailed and covers a wide range of subjects in agricultural sciences. Each subject has its own syllabus which outlines the topics and domains of knowledge which the candidate is required to understand. The objective of this syllabus is to assess the candidate’s knowledge in his or her chosen field and his or her ability to apply this knowledge in the academic or research environment. For instance, the syllabus of Agricultural Biotechnology, Animal Genomics & Breeding, and Plant Pathology cover both basic concepts as well as complex topics. You can download the syllabus of each subject from the official website of the ASRB. Hence, it is essential for candidates to understand the syllabus well so that they are able to focus on the correct topics and improve their chances of passing the exam.
Upvote Q: Â How many attempts are allowed for ASRB ICAR NET exam?
The maximum number of attempts allowed for a candidate to sit for the examination is five. However, the maximum number of attempts is not allowed for SC or ST candidates who are otherwise qualified and have unlimited attempt limit. The exam is usually held in December and the notice for the examination is issued a few months before the date of the examination. Whether the ASRB conducts the ICAR NET examination once or twice every year is dependent on various factors such as availability of vacant posts, demand for skilled candidates in the field of agriculture research and education, and resources and administrative aspects of ASRB and ICAR.
Upvote ASRB NET Cutoff Marks
Candidates appearing for ICAR NET 2023, need to score certain qualifying marks in their respective disciplines. ASRB has already specified the marks and percentage required to qualify for the exam. Qualifying marks are different for different categories. Let’s have a look at the qualifying marks for each category:
| Category of applicants |
Minimum qualifying marks |
Minimum qualifying percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved category (UR) |
75 |
50% |
| OBC (Non-Creamy layer) |
67.5 |
45% |
| SC/ST/Divyang |
60 |
60% |
Q: Â What is the duration of the ASRB ICAR NET exam?
The duration of the ASRB ICAR NET exam is set at 2 hours or 120 minutes. This time frame is carefully allocated to allow candidates to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the subject matter through a series of objective-type questions. This exam is qualifying in nature, it enables applicants to apply for the vacancies released by different agricultural universities. The ASRB NET exam includes only one paper. However, candidates can choose the subject of the paper from the list of 60 subjects.
The questions are designed to test the aspirant's knowledge, understanding related to the relevant subjects. Candidates are advised to manage their time well during the exam and allocate sufficient time for each section of the paper.
Upvote ASRB NET Disciplines/Subjects
ASRB NET conducts exams for 57 disciplines. Candidates having a Master’s degree or equivalent in any of these disciplines can apply for ASRB NET or ICAR NET. Candidates may find all disciplines with their respective codes below:
| Code of The Disciplines |
Name of The Disciplines |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Agricultural Biotechnology |
| 2 |
Agricultural Entomology |
| 3 |
Agricultural Microbiology |
| 4 |
Economic Botany & Plant Genetic Resources |
| 5 |
Genetics & Plant Breeding |
| 6 |
Nematology |
| 7 |
Plant Biochemistry |
| 8 |
Plant Pathology |
| 9 |
Plant Physiology |
| 10 |
Seed Science & Technology |
| 11 |
Floriculture & Landscaping |
| 12 |
Fruit Science |
| 13 |
Spices, Plantation & Medicinal & Aromatic Plants |
| 14 |
Vegetable Science |
| 15 |
Animal Biochemistry |
| 16 |
Animal Biotechnology |
| 17 |
Animal Genetics & Breeding |
| 18 |
Animal Nutrition |
| 19 |
Animal Physiology |
| 20 |
Animal Reproduction & Gynaecology |
| 21 |
Dairy Chemistry |
| 22 |
Dairy Microbiology |
| 23 |
Dairy Technology |
| 24 |
Livestock Product Technology |
| 25 |
Livestock Production Management |
| 26 |
Poultry Science |
| 27 |
Veterinary Medicine |
| 28 |
Veterinary Microbiology |
| 29 |
Veterinary Parasitology |
| 30 |
Veterinary Pathology |
| 31 |
Veterinary Pharmacology |
| 32 |
Veterinary Public Health |
| 33 |
Veterinary Surgery |
| 34 |
Aquaculture |
| 35 |
Fisheries Resource Management |
| 36 |
Fish Processing Technology |
| 37 |
Fish Nutrition |
| 38 |
Fish Health |
| 39 |
Fish Genetics & Breeding |
| 40 |
Agricultural Chemicals |
| 41 |
Agricultural Meteorology |
| 42 |
Agroforestry |
| 43 |
Agronomy |
| 44 |
Environmental Science |
| 45 |
Soil Sciences |
| 46 |
Agricultural Business Management |
| 47 |
Agricultural Economics |
| 48 |
Agricultural Extension |
| 49 |
Agricultural Statistics |
| 50 |
Home Science |
| 51 |
Farm Machinery & Power |
| 52 |
Computer Applications & IT |
| 53 |
Land & Water Management Engineering |
| 54 |
Bioinformatics |
| 55 |
Food Technology |
| 56 |
Agricultural Structure and Process Engineering |
| 57 |
Veterinary Anatomy (only for NET) |
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