ICAR Admission 2026
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ICAR Admission 2026 applications for AIEEA (PG) and AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) are now open. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the online registration process on behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for postgraduate and doctoral programmes in agriculture and allied sciences.
ICAR Admission 2026 applications are now open for AIEEA (PG) and AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) programmes. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), this is the gateway for admission to postgraduate and doctoral degrees in Agriculture and Allied Sciences.
Direct Official Notification PDF for ICAR Admission 2026: Click Here
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Conducting Authority | Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) |
| Courses Offered | PG (Master’s) & Ph.D. |
| Exam Name | AIEEA (PG) 2026 & AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Medium of Exam | English only |
| Exam Date | 04 July 2026 |
| Application Period | 08 May – 07 June 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 8 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 7 June 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 9–10 June 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT Mode) | 4 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria 2026
- For AIEEA (PG) 2026: - Bachelor’s degree (4/5/6 years duration) in relevant subject from a recognized university. - Minimum OGPA / Marks: Generally 60% for General/OBC/EWS and 50% for SC/ST/PwD. - Age: Minimum 19 years as on 31 August 2026.
- For AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) 2026: - Master’s degree in relevant subject. - Age: Minimum 20 years as on 31 August 2026.
Application Fee 2026
- AIEEA (PG): - General / EWS / OBC: ₹1,300 - SC / ST / PwD: ₹675
- AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.): - General / EWS / OBC: ₹2,000 - SC / ST / PwD: ₹1,025
How to Apply for ICAR Admission 2026 (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website: exams.nta.nic.in/icar/
- Click on the registration link for AIEEA (PG) or AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.).
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents and live photograph (mandatory).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Apply Online: Apply for ICAR Admission 2026
Exam Pattern 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Number of Questions | 120 MCQs + 10 cross-matching |
| Total Marks | 480 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect |
| Language | English only |
Documents Required
- Live Photograph
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar preferred)
- Educational Certificates & Marksheets
- Category / PwD Certificate (if applicable)
