ICAR AIEEA comprises three distinct examinations catering to different academic levels:

• AIEEA-UG: For undergraduate admissions (B.Sc./B.Tech. courses)
• AIEEA-PG: For postgraduate admissions (M.Sc./M.V.Sc./MBA)
• AICE-JRF/SRF: For Junior and Senior Research Fellowships (Ph.D. admissions)

Through these exams, a predetermined percentage of seats in ICAR-affiliated agricultural colleges are reserved, and meritorious students are awarded scholarships based on eligibility and chosen courses.

Note: PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology), PCA (Physics, Chemistry, Agriculture), ABC (Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry).

• Reservation of Seats:
  • 15% of seats in State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) are filled through AIEEA-UG.
  • 100% of seats at NDRI Karnal, RLBCAU Jhansi, and Dr. RPCAU Pusa are allocated via AIEEA-UG.
• Scholarship:
  • The National Talent Scholarship (NTS) of 20002000 per month is awarded to students who enroll outside their home state in ICAR-approved programs, encouraging diversity and mobility.

ICAR AIEEA is part of one of the world’s largest national agricultural systems, managed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). This system includes 75 agricultural universities across India:

• 64 State Agricultural, Veterinary, Horticulture, and Fisheries Universities
• 3 Central Agricultural Universities:
  • CAU Imphal
  • Dr. RPCAU Pusa
  • RLBCAU Jhansi
• 5 Deemed Universities (DUs)
• 4 Central Universities (offering agriculture-related degrees):
  • Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
  • Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
  • Visva-Bharati University
  • Nagaland University

• Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test - CBT)
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Total Questions: 150 (50 each from three subjects based on the chosen combination)
• Marking Scheme:
  • 4 marks for each correct answer
  • 1 mark for each incorrect answer (negative marking)
• Subjects: Based on the stream chosen (e.g., PCB, PCM, PCA, etc.)

• Mode: Online (Computer-Based Test - CBT)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Total Questions: 120
• Marking Scheme:
  • 4 marks for each correct answer
  • 1 mark for each incorrect answer (negative marking)
• Subjects: Specific to the chosen postgraduate discipline

• Registration: Candidates must register online on the official NTA ICAR website.
• Application Form: Fill in personal, academic, and contact details.
• Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photographs, signatures, and other required certificates.
• Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card or net banking.
• Admit Card: Download the admit card from the official website once released.
• Counselling: Post-exam, qualified candidates participate in online counselling for seat allocation.

For queries regarding ICAR AIEEA registrations, exam dates, or counselling, contact NTA:

• Helpline Number: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
• Email: 

• NTA as the Exam Conducting Authority: Since 2019, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has been responsible for conducting the ICAR AIEEA, ensuring a transparent and standardized process.
• Exam Format & Counselling: The entire admission process, including the exam and counselling, is conducted online via CBT (Computer-Based Test).
• ICAR's Role in Agricultural Education:
  • ICAR is India’s apex body for agricultural research, education, and development, covering horticulture, fisheries, animal sciences, and allied sectors.
  • It supervises, manages, and promotes agricultural education and research across the country.
• Expansion of Scholarship Benefits: The National Talent Scholarship (NTS) encourages students to pursue agricultural education outside their home state, fostering diversity and nationwide participation.
• Career Prospects: With growing emphasis on agricultural innovation, biotechnology, and food security, careers in agriculture and allied fields are becoming increasingly promising and rewarding. Graduates can explore opportunities in research, agribusiness, government services, and entrepreneurship.

The ICAR AIEEA is a highly competitive and nationally recognized entrance exam that opens doors to prestigious agricultural universities in India. If you are passionate about agriculture, animal sciences, fisheries, food technology, or related fields, ICAR AIEEA provides an excellent platform to kickstart your journey toward a rewarding career.