The ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026 will be declared by the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) on its official website. The result will be released for candidates appearing in the Technical Assistant (T3) and Senior Technical Assistant (T4) recruitment examination. The recruitment is being conducted for 1,393 vacancies, including 1,254 T3 and 139 T4 posts.
As per the official notification dated 11 November 2026, the Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for February 2027. Candidates who qualify in Prelims will be shortlisted for the Mains Examination, while the final merit list will be prepared based on Mains marks or normalized scores, wherever applicable.
When will the ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026 be released?
The ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026 will be released after the respective examinations are conducted. ASRB has not announced the exact dates for the Preliminary and Mains results. Candidates appearing for the T3 and T4 examinations will first have to qualify in the Preliminary CBT to become eligible for the Mains Examination. The final selection list will be prepared based on Mains performance and the applicable recruitment rules.
How to check the ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026?
Candidates will be able to check the ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026 through the official ASRB website after the results are announced. The Preliminary result will help candidates know whether they have qualified for the Mains Examination. The final result will contain the selection details based on Mains performance and the applicable recruitment criteria.
- Visit the official ASRB website at www.asrb.gov.in.
- Open the results or latest examination announcements section.
- Look for the ICAR Technical Assistant T3 and T4 Centralized Combined Examination 2026 result notice.
- Click on the relevant result link or PDF.
- Follow the instructions provided by ASRB to check your result.
- Search for your roll number or other required details, wherever applicable.
- Download and save the result or selection list for future reference.
Note: The official notification does not confirm whether ASRB will release individual scorecards, merit-list PDFs or results through candidate login. Candidates should follow the method specified in the official result announcement.
What are the minimum qualifying marks for the ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026?
ASRB has prescribed category-wise minimum qualifying marks for the Preliminary and Mains examinations. Candidates must secure the required marks to become eligible for further consideration in the recruitment process. However, meeting the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee selection, as the actual cut-off may be higher depending on vacancies and candidates’ performance.
| Category | Prelims Qualifying Marks (100) | Mains Qualifying Marks (300) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 30 (30%) | 90 (30%) |
| OBC/EWS | 25 (25%) | 75 (25%) |
| SC/ST/PwBD | 20 (20%) | 60 (20%) |
Important: The actual cut-off marks may vary depending on the number of vacancies, candidates’ performance, category and Functional Group/Subgroup. Candidates must meet the prescribed qualifying marks and shortlisting conditions to move to the next stage.
How will the ICAR Technical Assistant Preliminary Result 2026 be prepared?
The ICAR Technical Assistant Preliminary Result 2026 will be prepared based on candidates’ performance in the Preliminary Computer-Based Test. The examination carries 100 marks, with a negative marking of 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer. ASRB will shortlist candidates for the Mains Examination based on the prescribed qualifying marks and the 1:15 vacancy-based shortlisting ratio.
- Qualifying examination: Prelims is conducted to shortlist candidates for the Mains Examination.
- Minimum qualifying marks: Candidates must secure the category-wise minimum marks prescribed by ASRB.
- Shortlisting ratio: Candidates will be shortlisted at a ratio of 1:15 of the vacancies.
- Functional Group-wise selection: Shortlisting will be conducted separately for the relevant Functional Groups/Subgroups and categories.
- Normalization: Normalized marks may be used if the examination is conducted in multiple sessions for the same syllabus.
- Final merit: Preliminary marks are not added to the final merit score but may be used for tie-breaking.
How will the ICAR Technical Assistant Final Result 2026 be prepared?
The ICAR Technical Assistant Final Result 2026 will be prepared based on candidates’ performance in the Mains Examination. The Mains CBT carries 300 marks, and candidates must secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks to be considered for final selection. ASRB will prepare separate merit lists for the relevant Functional Groups/Subgroups and categories. The final recommendations will also consider post preferences, available vacancies and applicable eligibility conditions.
- Mains Examination Marks: Candidates will be ranked based on their Mains marks or normalized scores, wherever applicable.
- Functional Group: Separate merit lists will be prepared for the relevant Functional Groups/Subgroups.
- Category: Reservation rules and category-wise eligibility conditions will be considered.
- Post Preferences: Candidates applying for both T3 and T4 posts will be considered according to their submitted preferences.
- Available Vacancies: Final recommendations will be made against the notified vacancies.
- Document Verification: ICAR or the concerned recruiting institutes will verify educational qualifications, reservation certificates and other required documents before appointment.
What are the tie-breaking rules for the ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026?
If two or more candidates secure equal aggregate marks in the Mains Examination, ASRB will follow the prescribed tie-breaking rules to decide their merit positions. The candidate meeting the higher-priority condition will receive preference in the final ranking.
| Priority | Tie-Breaking Rule |
|---|---|
| 1 | The candidate securing higher marks in the Preliminary Examination will be ranked higher. |
| 2 | If Preliminary marks are equal, higher marks in the Quantitative Aptitude section of Prelims will be considered. |
| 3 | If the tie continues, the older candidate will receive preference. |
These rules help ASRB determine the merit position of candidates with equal aggregate marks in the Mains Examination.
Will ASRB release the ICAR Technical Assistant Answer Key 2026?
Yes, ASRB will release the tentative answer key for the Preliminary Computer-Based Test after the examination. Candidates will be able to check the answers and raise objections through the prescribed online process within the given time. The Board will review the submitted objections before releasing the final answer key, which will be used for processing the examination result. The answer key details are given below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Answer Key | Tentative Answer Key followed by Final Answer Key |
| Release Date | After the examination; exact date not announced |
| Objection Mode | Online |
| Objection Fee | ₹50 per question |
| Fee Refund | Non-refundable |
| Final Answer Key | Used for processing the examination result |
Candidates must submit their objections through the official online portal within the specified period. Objections sent through email, letters or other offline methods will not be accepted.
What happens after the ICAR Technical Assistant Result 2026?
After the declaration of the Preliminary result, qualified candidates will be shortlisted for the Mains Examination according to the prescribed rules. Candidates who qualify in Mains will be considered for the final merit list and subsequent recruitment formalities. The concerned authorities will verify the candidates’ eligibility and supporting documents before making appointment recommendations.
- After Prelims: Candidates shortlisted in the Preliminary Examination can appear for Mains.
- Mains Examination: Eligible candidates must appear for the 300-mark Mains CBT.
- Final Merit List: ASRB will prepare the merit list based on Mains marks or normalized scores, wherever applicable.
- Post Allocation: Candidates will be considered for T3 and T4 posts according to their submitted preferences and available vacancies.
- Document Verification: Educational, category and other eligibility documents will be checked by ICAR or the concerned recruiting institutes.
- Final Appointment: Recommendations will be made for eligible candidates against the notified vacancies.
FAQs
ASRB will announce the result dates after the respective examinations, and the dates have not been confirmed yet.
The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) releases the examination results.
The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for February 2027.
The minimum qualifying marks are 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS and 20% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Candidates must score at least 30% for UR, 25% for OBC/EWS and 20% for SC/ST/PwBD categories.
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