The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for the ICAR AIEEA PG and Ph.D Entrance Exam 2025 . Students can download their admit cards from June 27, 2025 . The exam city slips were made available earlier on June 24, 2025 . The entrance exam will take place on July 3, 2025 . This exam is for admission to Postgraduate (PG) and Doctoral (Ph.D) degree programs in agriculture and related fields under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
Candidates who applied for these exams must download their admit card to appear for the test. You can find the admit card and exam city slip on the official NTA ICAR website: exams.nta.ac.in/ICAR . You will need your application number and date of birth to download them.
Important Dates to Remember
Keep track of these key dates for the ICAR AIEEA PG and Ph.D exams:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | May 6, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | May 6, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 5, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | June 5, 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | June 7 to June 9, 2025 |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Release | June 24, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | June 27, 2025 |
| Exam Date | July 3, 2025 |
| Result Date | Will be announced soon |
About the Exam
The ICAR AIEEA PG and Ph.D exams are conducted by NTA for students seeking higher education in agricultural sciences across India. These exams help students get admission into various postgraduate (Master’s) and doctoral (Ph.D) degree programs offered by agricultural universities and institutions.
Exam City Intimation Slip
The exam city intimation slip tells you which city your exam centre will be in. This helps you plan your travel to the exam city in advance. This slip was released on June 24, 2025 . Remember, this is not your admit card. You still need to download your admit card.
How to Download Your Admit Card
Follow these steps to download your ICAR AIEEA PG, Ph.D admit card:
- Go to the official NTA ICAR website: exams.nta.ac.in/ICAR .
- Look for the link that says “ICAR AIEEA PG, Ph.D Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download”.
- Click on the link.
- A new page will open. Enter your Application Number and your Date of Birth .
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download it and take a printout.
- Make sure to carry this printed admit card to the exam hall. Also, carry a valid photo ID like an Aadhaar card or PAN card.
Application Fees
The application fees varied based on the course and category:
| Course | Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AIEEA PG Course | General | ₹1300/- |
| OBC/ EWS | ₹1255/- | |
| SC/ ST/ PH | ₹675/- | |
| AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph.D) Courses | General | ₹2000/- |
| EWS/ OBC | ₹1955/- | |
| SC/ ST/ PH | ₹1025/- |
You could pay the fees using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Age Limit and Eligibility
Age Limit
- For PG courses: Minimum age is 19 years .
- For Ph.D courses: Minimum age is 20 years .
- Maximum age limits are as per government rules. Please check the official notification for full details.
Educational Qualification
- For AIEEA Post Graduate (PG): You need a Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject from any recognized university or institution in India.
- For AICT Ph.D (AICE-JRF/SRF/PGS): You need a Master’s Degree in a related subject from any recognized university or institution in India.
For detailed eligibility criteria for specific subjects, refer to the official NTA ICAR AIEEA PG, Ph.D Notification 2025.
Exam Pattern
Here is how the exam will be conducted:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Number of Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 400 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 marks for each correct answer and -1 mark for each wrong answer |
Selection Process
The selection for ICAR AIEEA PG, Ph.D 2025 will happen in several steps:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Merit List based on exam scores
- Counseling and Seat Allotment
- Scholarship Allocation (if applicable)
- Document Verification
Candidates must carefully check all details on their admit card. Report any errors to NTA immediately. It is important to visit the official website exams.nta.ac.in/ICAR for the latest updates and information.