ICAR AIEEA 2024 Counselling Round 3 started on October 14, 2024. The ICAR AIEEA 2024 Counselling revised schedule for online counselling was released on the official site for eligible students for getting admission to master's degree programmes in Agriculture and Allied Sciences for the academic session 2024-2025. The last date to deposit the seat acceptance fee was October 17, 2024.
ICAR released the revised schedule for AIEEA on the official website. AIEEA second round seat allotment and document uploading is scheduled on 7 October 2024 11:00 am. Students must upload the required documents by 8 October 2024. Universities verified the documents of the candidates on 9 October 2024. Students can check the detailed AIEEA Round 2 counselling schedule on the official website.The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has announced the seat allotment results for the first round of UG Counselling.
NTA released the ICAR CUET-UG 2024 application form on 27th February and the candidates can access the application on the official website. The last date to apply for the ICAR Exam was 26th March 2024 (11.50 p.m.) and the ICAR Exam date was set from May 15 to May 31, 2024. The exam was held in a hybrid mode as a computer based and a pen-paper based test, and will consist of MCQ type questions.
The ICAR Admit Card was released on 14th June 2024 for PG & PhD candidates and the candidates were able to download from the official website. Candidates must note that the Admit Card can only be downloaded online and no hard copies will be delivered to the candidates. Candidates must note that the details on Admit Card like the application number, name, exam details, etc. should be correct and accurate on the admit card.
The ICAR Syllabus consists of topics from the field of Agriculture and those who qualify this competitive exam will be eligible for admissions to various undergraduate courses in various agriculture universities and institutions of India. Read the full article to learn about the ICAR eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and more.
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What is ICAR AIEEA Exam?
ICAR Exam is conducted once a year and is known as the All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA). The exam is held in online mode and tests the candidates' knowledge and aptitude in the areas of physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and agriculture. The UG program includes disciplines such as agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, forestry, food science, community science (home science), and biotechnology, among others. The PG program includes disciplines such as agriculture, veterinary, agricultural engineering, and other related fields.
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ICAR Exam is highly competitive, with thousands of students appearing for the exam every year. Successful candidates who qualify the exam are eligible for admission to the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various agricultural universities and institutions in India, and it serves as a gateway for pursuing a career in the field of agriculture and allied sciences.
ICAR AIEEA Highlights
Particulars |
Details |
Name of Exam |
ICAR AIEEA |
ICAR AIEEA Full Form |
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA). |
Types of Exam |
UG & PG Level |
Level of Exam |
National Level |
Courses Offered |
Agricultural Courses |
Conducting Body |
ICAR Board |
Application Mode |
Online Mode |
Exam Mode |
Hybrid Mode (UG) |
Online CBT (PG & PhD) |
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Date of Exam |
May 15 to May 31, 2024 (UG) |
Jun 29, 2024 (PG & PhD) |
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Exam Duration |
2 Hours 30 Min (UG) |
2 Hours (PG & PhD) |
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ICAR AIEEA Official website |
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ICAR AIEEA 2024 Dates
Candidates can check the CUET 2024 UG Exam Dates below for admission to Bachelor Degree programs in Agriculture and Allied Sciences, as ICAR AIEEA has been replaced by the CUET Exam. The ICAR PG & PhD dates are also available to check now.
For details, refer to the ICAR Exam Dates
Events |
ICAR Exam Dates (UG) |
ICAR Exam Dates (PG & PhD) |
Start Date of ICAR Registration (UG) |
27th February 2024 |
11th April 2024 |
Last date to register online |
26th March 2024 |
11th May 2024 |
ICAR Application Correction Window |
28th to 29th April 2024 |
13th to 15th May 2024 |
Announcement of Test Cities |
30th April 2024 |
- |
Release of ICAR Admit Card |
13th May 2024 |
14th to 29th June 2024 |
ICAR (CUET) 2024 Exam Date |
15th May to 31st May 2024 |
29th June 2024 |
Release Date of Provisional Answer Key |
June 2024 |
TBA |
Release of Revised Provisional key |
June 2024 |
TBA |
Release Date of Final answer key |
June 2024 |
TBA |
Release of ICAR Result |
30th June 2024 |
July 2024 (Expected) |
Start of ICAR Counselling Procedure |
TBA |
TBA |
ICAR AIEEA Application Form and Process
The NTA released the CUET (ICAR-UG) Application form online on the official exam website. To complete the application process, candidates were required to fill out the CUET application form on the exam's official website. The initial step involved registration, where candidates provided basic information such as name, address, and contact details, generating login credentials. Subsequently, using these registration credentials, candidates fill in the CUET 2025 application form, inputting personal and academic details, program and exam city preferences, and uploading necessary documents. Following form completion, candidates made the CUET application fee payment online through debit/credit cards, Net Banking, Paytm, or UPI. The table below outlines the CUET UG 2025 application fee, based on the amount from the previous year.
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Number of Subjects |
Candidate Category |
Application Fee (in INR) |
Up to 3 Subjects |
General (UR) |
1000 |
OBC-NCL (EWS) |
900 |
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SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
800 |
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Centres Outside India |
4500 |
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Each Additional Subject |
General (UR) |
400 |
OBC-NCL (EWS) |
375 |
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SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
350 |
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Centres Outside India |
1800 |
ICAR Application Form 2025
Here are the full particulars concerning the ICAR AIEEA PG Registration process, along with some crucial instructions. It is imperative that candidates thoroughly examine these details before proceeding to complete their ICAR AIEEA 2025 application form. Here are the steps to register for ICAR AIEEA.
- Visit the ICAR AIEEA 2024 website.
- Choose the level of study for which you wish to apply and click on the "New Candidates Registration" link.
- Complete the registration process by filling out the registration form with all the necessary information, including basic personal details, email address, and phone number.
- Once the registration process is completed, go to the candidates' dashboard and fill out the application form as per the instructions provided.
- The application form will require you to provide personal information, educational background, communication details, examination center preferences, and other relevant information.
- Upload all the required documents, including a passport-sized photograph with a plain background (between 10-200 kb in jpg/jpeg format), a scanned signature done in running hand (between 4-30 kb in jpg/jpeg format), a thumb impression made with the left hand (between 3-30 kb), and category certificate (if applicable for reserved category candidates)
Document |
Format |
Size |
Photograph |
JPG/JPEG |
10 kb - 200 kb |
Signature |
JPG/JPEG |
4 kb - 30 kb |
Thumb Impression |
- |
3 kb - 30 kb |
- Choose the payment gateway, enter the necessary information, and complete the transaction.
- Verify all the information provided in the application form before final submission.
- Take a printout of the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Note: Please ensure that you carefully follow all the instructions and guidelines provided on the ICAR AIEEA 2024 website while filling out the registration and application form to avoid any errors or discrepancies.
ICAR AIEEA 2025 Application Fee
Mentioned below is the ICAR Application Fee for both the UG and PG Courses individually.
Application fee for UG Courses
Category |
Application fee (In Rs.) |
General |
1000/- |
OBC/EWS/UPS |
900/- |
SC/ST/PWD Transgenders |
800/- |
Application fee for PG Courses
Category |
Application fee (In Rs.) |
General |
1200/- |
OBC/EWS/UPS |
1100/- |
SC/ST/PWD Transgenders |
550/- |
Application fee for Ph.D. Courses
Category |
Application fee (In Rs.) |
General |
1820/- |
OBC/EWS/UPS |
1800/- |
SC/ST/PWD Transgenders |
900/- |
Documents required to apply for ICAR AIEEA 2025
The documents required to apply for ICAR AIEEA exam 2025 may vary depending on the category of candidates (general or reserved category) and the level of study (UG, PG, or PhD). However, the general list of documents that are commonly required for ICAR AIEEA 2025 application are:
- Passport-sized photograph with a plain background (between 10-200 kb in jpg/jpeg format)
- Scanned signature done in running hand (between 4-30 kb in jpg/jpeg format)
- Thumb impression made with the left hand (between 3-30 kb in jpg/jpeg format)
- Category certificate (if applicable for reserved category candidates)
- Mark sheets or certificates of qualifying examinations (10th, 12th, Bachelor's, or Master's degree, as applicable)
- Date of Birth (DOB) proof (such as birth certificate or Class X mark sheet)
- Valid email address and phone number for communication purposes
- Aadhaar Card or any other government-issued ID proof
- Payment receipt or transaction details for the application fee
Note: It is important to carefully review the official ICAR AIEEA 2024 notification and website for the specific document requirements based on your category and level of study. Make sure to upload the documents as per the specified format, size, and guidelines provided by the conducting authority to avoid any rejection or disqualification of the application.
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ICAR AIEEA 2025 Eligibility Criteria
The ICAR eligibility criteria refers to the basic requirements which the candidates must fulfill to appear for the exam. These requirements include characteristics like tge age requirements, minimum educational qualifications, nationality etc. The ICAR AIEEA eligibility criteria for UG and PG courses has been detailed below for reference.
UG Eligibility Criteria
Candidates aspiring for admission to UG courses at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and its affiliated institutes must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility requirements for ICAR AIEEA UG are presented in the table below.
Particulars |
Details |
Nationality |
Applicants should be a citizen of India. |
Age Limit |
Applicant must be 16 years old as of August 31, 2023 |
Qualifying exam criteria for General Category |
Applicant must have passed 12th standard from a recognized board/university with 50% marks |
Qualifying exam criteria for ST/SC/OBC |
Applicant must have 50% marks in 12th standard if they belong to OBC/UPS category and 40% marks if they belong to SC/ST/PC category |
Additional Information |
Applicants having a compartment/ supplementary in any of the subjects will not be eligible. Such candidates need to have proof of having cleared the examination with the requisite percentage mentioned above |
PG Eligibility Criteria
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will be conducting the ICAR AIEEA examination for admission to PG courses. Students who intend to appear for the exam should review the eligibility criteria before applying. The eligibility requirements for ICAR AIEEA PG are presented in the table below.
Criteria |
Details |
Nationality |
Applicants should be a citizen of India. |
Age Limit |
Applicant must be 19 years old as of August 31, 2023 |
Qualifying exam criteria |
Candidates must complete their education in the pattern of 10+2+5 (B.V. Sc. & A.H)/10+2+4/10+6/10+2+3. |
Qualifying exam grades |
Candidates must have a minimum of 6.60/10, 3.25/5,2.60/4 grade points if they belong to the General/OBC/UPS category. If candidates belong to SC/ST/PC category they must have a minimum of 5.60/10, 2.75/5, 2.20/4 grade points. |
Additional Information |
Applicants having a compartment/ supplementary in any of the subjects will not be eligible. Such candidates need to have proof of having cleared the examination with the requisite percentage mentioned above |
ICAR AIEEA 2025 Exam Pattern
The ICAR Exam is an MCQ based question paper test which will be conducted as a hybrid mode (paper-pen + computer-based). The paper consists of 150 questions and each correct answer fetches candidates 4 marks. Candidates must refer to the table below to understand the ICAR AIEEA Exam pattern and marking scheme in detail.
Exam Particulars |
Description/Details |
Exam Mode |
Hybrid Exam |
Exam Type |
Theory [Format: MCQ] |
Duration |
150 Minutes (2.30 hrs.) |
Marking Scheme |
4 marks for each correct response. |
Negative Marking |
1 mark for each incorrect response |
Number of Questions |
150 |
Languages |
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ICAR AIEEA 2025 Admit Card
The Admit Card for ICAR AIEEA 2024 can be obtained through CUET 2025, and it will be used for UG admissions in ICAR AIEEA 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official webpage for updates.
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Steps to Download ICAR AIEEA Admit Card 2025
- Visit the official website.
- Click on the "Admit Card" link.
- Log in by entering your registration number and password.
- Download and print the Admit Card.
Details on ICAR AIEEA Admit Card
Candidates must check the details in admit card given below:
- Name of the Candidate
- Roll Number
- Father's Name
- Category
- Gender
- Exam Venue
- Exam Date and Time
- Photograph
- Signature
- Exam Instructions at the back
ICAR AIEEA Syllabus for 2025
The syllabus for ICAR AIEEA 2025 varies for different courses such as UG, PG, and AICE-JRF/SRF, and the conducting authority determines it. It is recommended that candidates thoroughly review the syllabus of the specific course they have opted for. The syllabus for each course in the ICAR AIEEA 2025 Exam is as follows.
- Plant Biotechnology
- Plant Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Entomology & Nematology
- Agronomy
- Social Sciences
- Statistical Sciences
- Horticulture
- Forestry/Agroforestry & Silviculture
- Agricultural Engineering & Technology
- Water Science & Technology
- Home Science
- Animal Biotechnology
- Veterinary Science
- Animal Sciences
- Fisheries Science
- Dairy Science
- Dairy Technology
- Food Science Technology
- Agri-Business Management
Note: The ICAR AIEEA Syllabus encompasses a wide range of topics, and the list provided above only includes a limited number of them.
ICAR AIEEA Answer Key 2025
The Answer Key for ICAR AIEEA 2025 will be available on the official website of CUET 2025, which is responsible for conducting UG admissions. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official webpage for updates. To raise objections against the answer key, candidates need to fill out an online application form and pay a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question. The conducting body will review the objections raised, and then the final answer key is released.
How to Check the ICAR Answer Key?
The steps to check the ICAR AIEEA Answer Key has been listed step-by-step below.
- Visit the official website of ICAR AIEEA.
- Log in using the required credentials.
- Click on the link to the answer key on the homepage.
- The answer key will be displayed on the screen.
- Use the answer key to predict the score.
- Download the ICAR AIEEA 2025 answer key for future reference.
ICAR AIEEA 2025 Result
The results for ICAR AIEEA 2025 will be available on the official website of CUET 2025, which is responsible for conducting the UG admissions. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official webpage for updates. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for declaring the results for UG, PhD, and PG programs. Candidates will need to log in to the official website to check their ICAR AIEEA results. Seats will be allotted based on the merit obtained by the candidates. It is important to take a printout of the result for future reference.To download the ICAR AIEEA 2025 result, candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official website.
- Click on the 'Download Scorecard AIEEA UG' link on the homepage.
- Enter the application number, date of birth, and security pin.
- Click on the 'Submit' button.
- Download and print the scorecard
ICAR AIEEA 2024 Counselling
Candidates who qualified for the ICAR AIEEA Exam can apply for the AIEEA 2024 counselling procedure by visiting the official website. To register for the entrance exam, candidates must provide their application number and date of birth. Students must follow the steps given below in order to participate in the counselling round.
- Visit the official website and register for a counselling round by paying a fee of INR 2000 online (through credit/debit card or net banking).
- Log in to your account, make your choices for the institution, and then click 'Save.'
- Note: Candidates can apply only for courses and institutions to which they are qualified based on their performance in the NTA ICAR AIEEA 2023 Exam.
- Once they have been assigned a seat through counselling, they must report to the reporting center for the paperwork procedure.
- On the document verification day, participants must bring all relevant papers, as well as a copy of the ICAR AIEEA 2024 Counselling Call letter.
ICAR PG Counselling Dates
Upcoming Counselling Events |
Dates |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Display of Seat vacancy matrix |
28 Oct '24 - 29 Oct '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: End Date for Registration, fee submission & choice filling |
31 Oct '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Seat Allotment & Document Upload |
04 Nov '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Last Date to upload documents |
06 Nov '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Last Date for Document Verification |
07 Nov '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Last Date to Verify re-submitted/remaining documents |
08 Nov '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Last Date to re-submission of documents |
08 Nov '24 |
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Final Round Counselling: Last Date to submit fee |
08 Nov '24 - 09 Nov '24 |
Documents Required for ICAR AIEEA Counselling
The original documents will be verified by the specific institute on the day of counselling. As a result, applicants must only present original documents -
- AIEEA 2024 admit card
- AIEEA result
- Photograph
- Age proof
- XII mark sheet
- Provisional certificate
- Category certificate
Along with these papers, one needs bring a counselling call letter, which may be downloaded by following these steps:
- Go to the ICAR's official webpage.
- Click on the link for the ICAR AIEEA 2024 Counselling Call letter.
- Now, enter your application number and password to access the portal.
- Then, choose the 'Download Counselling Call Letter'.
- Download and print the call letter for the counseling procedure.
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ICAR AIEEA 2024 Cut Off
After the results are released, the cutoff marks are calculated. The cutoff marks are determined by the number of students that take the exam and the total number of seats available. The cutoff based on the All India Quota Merit List is shown below.
Name of the University |
Expected Closing Rank Range (General) |
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi |
140-150 |
CCSAU Hisar |
280-300 |
GBPAU&T, Uttarakhand |
360-370 |
Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana |
370-390 |
CSKHPKVV - Himachal Pradesh |
520-540 |
University of Agricultural Sciences, Banglore |
670-690 |
NAV, Navsari-Gujarat |
840-860 |
MPUA & T Udaipur |
920-950 |
RAU, Pusa |
930-950 |
Viswa Bharati, PSBVB-West Bengal |
1020-1040 |
RLBCAU, Jhansi |
1060-1080 |
UBKVV, West Bengal |
1070-1080 |
ANGRAU, Guntur |
1400-1450 |
PJTSAU, Telangana |
1500-1580 |
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ICAR AIEEA 2024: Expected Score VS Rank
In accordance with the cut-off scores from previous years' ICAR AIEEA examinations, the table illustrates the cut-off scores categorized by ranks.
Category |
ICAR AIEEA Cut Off Score |
ICAR AIEEA Cut Off Rank |
General |
450 |
400 |
OBC |
430 |
680 |
SC |
365 |
2,550 |
ST |
310 |
4,550 |
ICAR AIEEA Contact Information
In case of any kind of issues or problems with respect to the ICAR application form, ICAR admit card, or any exam related queries, candidates can contact the ICAR authorities via the email and contact details provided hereunder.
Email ID : icar@nta.ac.in
Contact No. : 011-69227700 | 011-40759000