MESSO Recruitment 2026: 16 Sericulture Assistant Vacancies

MESSO Recruitment 2026: 16 Sericulture Assistant Vacancies, Apply Online

MESSO Recruitment 2026: The Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organisation (MESSO), Guwahati, under the Central Silk Board (CSB), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notification for the engagement of 16 Sericulture Assistants (SA) on a purely contractual basis for a period of One Year. The official notice date is 6 October 2026.

The positions are distributed across MESSO units and sub-units in Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Tamil Nadu. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official CSB portal. The last date to submit the online application is 30 October 2026.

MESSO Recruitment 2026: Overview

Important Dates for MESSO Recruitment 2026

• Notification Date: 6 October 2026
  
• Last Date for Submission of Online Application: 30 October 2026
  
• Cut-off Date for Age & Qualification: 06 November 2026
  

State-wise & Unit-wise Vacancy Details

A total of 16 vacancies are available for the post of Sericulture Assistant across various institutes and units:

Note: Candidates may indicate three preferred posting locations during application. Preference will be given to candidates well-versed in the local language of the concerned region.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfill any one of the following essential qualifications:

• Three years full-time degree in Sericulture OR
  
• Four years full-time degree in Sericulture OR
  
• Three years full-time degree + PG Diploma in Sericulture OR
  
• Four years full-time bachelor's degree in Agriculture Sciences / Forestry OR
  
• Three years full-time degree in Biological Sciences (Zoology / Botany / Biology) / Biotechnology + PG Diploma in Sericulture OR
  
• Three years full-time bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences (Zoology / Botany / Biology) / Biotechnology + one year experience in Sericultural project work.
  

Desirable Qualification: Work experience in the field of silkworm rearing & grainage / Sericulture and related field (Pre-Cocoon Sector).

2. Age Limit

• Upper Age Limit: 35 years.
  
• Crucial Cut-off Date: The cutoff date for determining the age limit, qualification, and experience is 06.11.2026.
  

Remuneration / Salary

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹21,000/- + House Rent Allowance (HRA).

Selection Process

1. Personal Interview: Selection will be made based solely on performance in the Personal Interview.
   
2. Intimation: Date, time, and venue details for the Personal Interview will be communicated to eligible candidates via E-mail only.
   
3. Document Verification: Originals of educational certificates and identity proof must be produced at the time of the interview.
   
4. No TA/DA: Candidates will have to attend the interview at their own cost.
   

How to Apply for MESSO Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official Central Silk Board recruitment portal:https://csb-hiring.in/.
  
• Locate the link for Engagement for Sericulture Assistant (Contract Basis) under CSB-MESSO.
  
• Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
  
• Attach self-attested copies of requisite certificates/documents in support of age, qualification, and experience.
  
• Select three preferred places of posting.
  
• Verify all details and submit the application on or before 30.10.2026.
  

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are available in MESSO Recruitment 2026?

There are 16 vacancies for the post of Sericulture Assistant.

2. What is the last date to submit the online application?

The last date for receipt of online applications is 30 October 2026.

3. What is the monthly salary for a Sericulture Assistant?

Selected candidates will receive ₹21,000/- per month + HRA.

4. What is the upper age limit?

The upper age limit is 35 years as of 06 November 2026.

5. How will candidates be selected?

Selection will be done strictly on the basis of performance in the Personal Interview.

6. Is this a permanent government job?

No. The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for a period of One Year.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the official vacancy advertisement No. CSB/MESSO/1(10)/Estt/Seri.Asstt./2026 issued by CSB-MESSO Guwahati. Candidates are advised to visit the official website for any updates or corrigendum.