NTA ICAR AIEEA PG & PhD Admission Form 2026 – Apply Now

NTA ICAR AIEEA PG & PhD 2026 admission form open. Apply before 7 June 2026. Hurry!

Short Introduction

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online applications for the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) AIEEA PG and PhD programmes for 2026. Candidates can register from 8 May 2026 to 7 June 2026. The exam is scheduled on 4 July 2026, followed by result declaration soon after. This guide covers dates, fees, eligibility, selection steps and how to apply – all you need to secure a seat in India’s premier agricultural research courses.

📅 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online registration starts	08 May 2026
Last date to submit application	07 Jun 2026
Application fee payment deadline	07 Jun 2026
Correction window	09‑10 Jun 2026
Computer‑based test (CBT)	04 Jul 2026
Admit card release	22 Jun 2026 (approx.)
Result announcement	Mid‑July 2026

💼 Vacancy Details

AIEEA PG – Multiple seats across 20+ specialisations (Plant Biotechnology, Agronomy, Horticulture, etc.).
AIEEA JRF/SRF (PhD) – Seats for research scholars in Crop Sciences, Veterinary, Dairy, Agricultural Engineering, Home Science, Food Technology, and more.

Education Qualification Table

Programme	Minimum Qualification
AIEEA PG	Relevant Bachelor’s degree (3‑yr) or equivalent
AIEEA PhD (JRF/SRF)	Relevant Master’s degree (2‑yr) or equivalent

👤 Eligibility Criteria

Indian citizenship (or OCI/NRI as per notification).
Age: 19 years (PG) / 20 years (PhD) as on 31 Aug 2026.
Valid score in the NTA ICAR CBT.
No upper age limit for SC/ST/PH candidates (relaxations apply).

Quick Checklist

✔️ Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in listed discipline
✔️ Age within limits
✔️ Valid email & mobile number
✔️ Recent passport‑size photograph

📊 Age Limit Table

Post	Minimum Age	Maximum Age*	Birth‑date Range
AIEEA PG	19 yrs	27 yrs (General)	01‑Sep‑1998 to 31‑Aug‑2004
AIEEA PhD (JRF/SRF)	20 yrs	28 yrs (General)	01‑Sep‑1997 to 31‑Aug‑2003
Relaxations: OBC/EWS – 3 yrs; SC/ST/PH – 5 yrs

💰 Application Fee

Category	PG Fee	PhD (JRF/SRF) Fee
General	₹ 1,300	₹ 2,000
OBC / EWS	₹ 1,255	₹ 1,955
SC / ST / PH	₹ 675	₹ 1,075

Payment Methods – Debit/ Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallets (Paytm, PhonePe).

🧭 Selection Process

Stage 1 – CBT: Online computer‑based test (120 questions, 2 hrs).
Stage 2 – Merit List: Scores are ranked; qualifying candidates invited for counseling.
Stage 3 – Document Verification & Seat Allotment: Original certificates, fee receipt, and ID proof checked; seats confirmed.

💵 Salary & Benefits

Year	PG Stipend*	PhD Stipend*
1st	₹ 35,000 /‑ per month	₹ 31,000 /‑ per month
2nd	₹ 38,000 /‑ per month	₹ 34,000 /‑ per month
3rd	₹ 41,000 /‑ per month	₹ 37,000 /‑ per month
Includes – HRA, medical, transport, research grant, and conference travel.

📝 How to Apply (7 Steps)

Visit the official portal https://exams.nta.ac.in/ICAR/.
Click “AIEEA PG / PhD Online Application”.
Register with a valid email and mobile number; receive OTP.
Fill personal, academic and preferred discipline details.
Upload scanned photo (≤ 30 KB, JPG) and signature (≤ 20 KB, JPG).
Pay the fee using preferred online mode; note the transaction ID.
Submit the form, download the confirmation slip and keep it safe.

📂 Required Documents

Scanned passport‑size photo (JPEG, 30 KB max)
Scanned signature (JPEG, 20 KB max)
Bachelor’s degree mark sheet & certificate (PDF, ≤ 200 KB) – for PG
Master’s degree mark sheet & certificate (PDF, ≤ 200 KB) – for PhD
Category certificate (if applicable)
Photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID)

✅ Why Apply Now?

Top research universities under ICAR accept these seats.
Scholarship & stipend start from day 1 of admission.
No age ceiling for reserved categories.
Direct entry to doctoral programmes after PG.
Career boost in agricultural research & extension services.

🧠 Preparation Tips

Review the ICAR syllabus for each discipline (download from NTA site).
Solve previous year AIEEA papers (last 5 years).
Take NTA‑provided mock tests; analyse time‑management.
Focus on NCERT Biology, Chemistry & Mathematics for core concepts.
Make short notes for key formulas and definitions.
Stay updated on exam notifications via Rojgaar Suchna’s alerts.

❓ FAQs (6 Questions)

Q1: When does the online application open?
A: 08 May 2026.

Q2: What is the last date to submit the application?
A: 07 June 2026 (midnight IST).

Q3: What are the age limits for General candidates?
A: 19 yrs for PG, 20 yrs for PhD (as of 31 Aug 2026).

Q4: Can I change my discipline after submission?
A: Yes, during the correction window (09‑10 Jun 2026) by paying a nominal fee.

Q5: How is the exam conducted?
A: It is a computer‑based test (CBT) at authorized NTA centres.

Q6: Where can I find the official notification?
A: On the NTA portal https://exams.nta.ac.in/ICAR/notification.pdf.

🎯 Final Call-to-Action

Apply now before 7 June 2026! Secure your future in agricultural research with ICAR’s prestigious AIEEA programmes. Visit the official NTA portal or click the shortcut on Rojgaar Suchna for instant access.

All information verified as of 13 May 2026. For the latest updates, check the official NTA website and Rojgaar Suchna’s dedicated page.