The National Testing Agency has officially published the notification regarding the ICAR admission online application forms for 2026 for postgraduate and Ph.D programmes in agriculture and allied sciences fields – The Indian Council of Agricultural Research is conducting the AIEEA {PG} 2026 and AICE-JRF/SRF {PHD} 2026 exam admission process. The candidates that are interested and eligible can apply online through the main website till 7th June 2026. The entrance exam will be conducted on 4.July.2026 in computer test mode at different examination centres in India. The examination will be held only in the English language and selected candidates will be considered for admission and ICAR fellowship benefits.
Overview:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Agency | NTA |
| Conduct Authority | ICAR |
| Test Name | {PG} AIEEA along with AICE-JRF/SRF {PHD} |
| Article Category | NOTIFICATIONS |
| Courses Offered | PG and Ph.D Masters |
| Exam Mode | Computer Test |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/icar/ |
Key Dates:
| Events | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opening Date | 8.May.2026 |
| Application Deadline | 7.June.2026 |
| Fee payment Deadline | 7.June.2026 |
| Correction Window | 9 to 10th.June.2026 |
| Exam Date | 4/July/2026 |
Conditions for Eligibility:
The interested candidates applying for ICAR Admission 2026 have to meet certain eligibility criteria which includes: educational qualification and age.
AIEEA (PG):
- Bachelor’s degree of 4- 5 or 6 years duration in a relevant subject from a recognised university.
- General, OBC & EWS Candidates: 60% marks or equivalent OGPA minimum.
- Minimum 50% marks is required for SC/ST and PwD candidates and minimum age should be 19 years.
AICE_SRF/JRF (Ph.D):
- Master’s degree in a related field from a known institution.
- Minimum age should be 20 years according to official notification.
Payment Fee:
| Category | AIEEA (PG) Fee | AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General.OBC.EWS | 1300 | 2000 |
| SC.ST.PWD | 675 | 1025 |
Exam Pattern:
| Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Test mode | Computer Test |
| Length | 120 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 120 MCQs along with 10 cross-match questions |
| Marks Total | 480 Points |
| Mark Distribution | Correct Answer +4 Wrong Answer -1 |
| Exam Language | English Only |
Admission Documents:
- A passport-size photo and Webcam.mobile live picture.
- Scanned copy of signature and Aadhaar Card / any valid photo ID proof.
- Education certificates & marksheets along with category certificates if needed and PwD Certificate (if applicable).
Steps to Apply Online:
- For the official website- visit: exams.nta.nic.in/icar/.
- Click on the AIEEA (PG) or AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) registration notification.
- Register now with email ID and mobile number.
- Enter all the personal_educational and communication details carefully and upload all the required documents and a live photo.
- Submit the online application form and download the confirmation page to use it later in the future.
Scholarship and Fellowship Perks:
The candidates qualifying in the AICE_JRF/SRF (Ph.D.) exam may be eligible for Junior Research Fellowship and Senior Research Fellowship benefits according to ICAR rules and regulations – also admission through the ICAR entrance examination opens doors to top agricultural universities and institutions {reasearch} in India.
Selection Process:
The selection process for the ICAR 2026 includes some steps which are:
: Preparation and counselling followed by the preparation of merit list and then the document verification and allotment of seats for the computer based entrance test.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is the last date to fill the ICAR Admission 2026 Application Form?
A: The last date for filling out the online application form is: 7-June-2026.
2. What is the exam date for ICAR admission 2026?
A: The ICAR AIEEA PG and AICE-JRF/SRF Ph.D exams will be conducted on: 4-July-2026.
3. What is the mode of examination for the ICAR Admission 2026?
A: The examination for the ICAR admission will be conducted in computer-based test mode.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply for ICAR Admission 2026 |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/icar/ |
