ICAR AIEEA Registration 2026 (Extended): Get Application Link

If you're planning to pursue a Master's degree in Agriculture or allied sciences, here's some good news: the National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 registration deadline to June 10, 2026. This gives every aspirant who missed the original cut-off a fresh window to apply before admission to India's top agricultural universities slips away.

In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know — the extended dates, direct application link, eligibility criteria, fee structure, exam pattern, and a step-by-step process to fill the form correctly the first time.

What Is ICAR AIEEA PG 2026?

ICAR AIEEA PG stands for All India Entrance Examination for Admission – Post Graduate. It is the entrance exam through which 30% of seats in Master's degree programmes at Agricultural Universities (AUs) are filled, while 100% of seats at the four ICAR Deemed Universities — IARI, IVRI, NDRI, and CIFE — along with Central Agricultural Universities like RLBCAU Jhansi and Dr. RPCAU Pusa, are filled through this same exam.

The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency on behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, and gives admission to Master's degree programmes in agriculture and allied sciences for the 2026–27 academic session. It also enables the award of ICAR-PG National Talent Scholarships to eligible out-service candidates.

Simply put, if you want to study M.Sc. in Agronomy, Horticulture, Veterinary Science, Fisheries, Dairy Technology, or a related discipline at a recognized agricultural institute in India, this is the exam that opens that door.

ICAR AIEEA PG 2026: Registration Extended — Key Dates

Here's a quick look at the revised schedule so you don't miss a single deadline:

The National Testing Agency extended the registration deadline for ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 following requests received from candidates and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, giving applicants more time to complete the registration process.

If you're someone who has been putting this off, this extension is your last realistic chance — so don't wait until the final hours.

Correction Window: Don't Miss This Either

Made a mistake while filling your form? The correction window for ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 is open from June 9 to June 10, 2026 only, allowing you to fix your name, category, subject group, date of birth, or any other detail before the window closes permanently. If you accidentally selected the wrong subject group or category, this is the only opportunity to set it right — there's no second chance after this.

ICAR AIEEA Registration 2026: How to Apply (Application Link)

The application process is entirely online. It includes registration, form filling, document uploads, and payment of the application fee. Here's the complete step-by-step process:

Step 1: Visit the Official NTA Portal

Candidates can apply online at the official website exams.nta.nic.in/icar. This is the only authorized portal for ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 registration — be cautious of unofficial third-party sites claiming to offer a "direct" application link.

Step 2: Complete New Registration

Click on the registration link for AIEEA PG 2026 and complete the registration process using a valid email ID and mobile number. Make sure you use an email and phone number you check regularly, since all further communication — including your admit card and result notifications — will come through these channels.

Step 3: Fill in Personal and Academic Details

Fill in your personal, educational, and academic details carefully. This includes your name (as per certificates), date of birth, category, nationality, qualifying degree details, and subject group preference. Double-check every entry, since errors can only be fixed during the brief correction window.

Step 4: Upload Required Documents

Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature as specified in the information bulletin. Typically, this includes a recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, and category/disability certificates (if applicable), in the prescribed format and file size.

Step 5: Pay the Application Fee

Pay the prescribed application fee online through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.

Step 6: Submit and Download Confirmation Page

Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for your records. Note that the entire application process — including uploading scanned images, fee payment, and printing the confirmation page — is online, so you are not required to send any documents, including the confirmation page, to NTA or ICAR by post, fax, email, or by hand.

ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 Application Fee

The fee structure is category-based. The application fee is Rs. 1,300 for General category candidates, Rs. 1,255 for OBC/EWS candidates, and Rs. 675 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

Make sure you select your category accurately, as incorrect category selection can affect both your fee payment and your eligibility for reserved-category benefits during counselling.

Eligibility Criteria for ICAR AIEEA PG 2026

Before applying, ensure you meet the basic eligibility requirements:

• Nationality: Only candidates who are citizens of India are eligible to apply.
• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed a Bachelor's degree programme with the minimum required Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA), as specified for each subject discipline in the information bulletin.
• Subject Group: You must apply under the subject group that matches your undergraduate discipline, since the exam covers 20 major subject groups — ranging from Agronomy and Horticulture to Veterinary Science, Fisheries, Dairy Technology, and Agri-Business Management — and each candidate appears for the paper aligned with their UG discipline.

It's strongly recommended to go through the official information bulletin/brochure for subject-wise OGPA cut-offs and any additional eligibility conditions before you begin the form.

ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 Exam Pattern

Knowing the exam pattern in advance helps you plan your preparation strategy more effectively. Here's what to expect:

• Mode of Exam: Online, LAN-based Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Exam Date: July 4, 2026 (Saturday), conducted across approximately 122 cities in India
• Total Questions: 120 multiple-choice questions
• Total Marks: 480 marks
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Marking Scheme: 4 marks awarded for each correct answer, with 1 mark deducted for every incorrect answer
• Medium: Question paper will be in English medium only

Subject Coverage

For the AIEEA PG exam, questions are asked from topics such as Plant Biotechnology, Plant Sciences, Entomology and Nematology, Dairy Technology, Agronomy, Social Science, Horticulture, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Animal Biotechnology, Animal Sciences, and Food Science Technology, among others.

Since the paper is subject-specific and tied to your chosen discipline, it's important to revise your core undergraduate syllabus thoroughly rather than relying on generic preparation material.

Reservation and Seat Allocation Norms

ICAR follows specific norms to ensure fair, pan-India representation in seat allocation. Not more than 40% of candidates from any one state will be admitted to any agricultural university in a particular subject and category. This is worth keeping in mind while strategizing your university and subject group preferences during counselling.

Special Provision for PwD/PwBD Candidates

Candidates belonging to PwD/PwBD categories must undergo verification of their UDID (Unique Disability ID) card by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. Those who do not have a UDID card are required to upload a valid disability certificate during registration, which may be verified by the issuing authority if necessary. If this applies to you, start gathering your documentation early to avoid last-minute hurdles before the June 10 deadline.

ICAR PG Scholarship: A Bonus Worth Knowing About

Here's something many first-time applicants don't realize — strong performance in this exam can come with financial rewards. The ICAR PG Scholarship (formerly known as JRF) offers a fellowship of Rs. 12,640 per month, along with a contingent grant of Rs. 6,000 per year for the procurement of essential chemicals, equipment, books, and travel connected with research work, for a total period of two years.

This scholarship is awarded to a limited number of candidates based on merit in the exam, according to their overall merit rank and seat availability across disciplines. So if you're already preparing for the exam, putting in that extra bit of effort could pay off literally.

What Happens After You Register? The Counselling Process

Once results are out, admission isn't automatic — there's a structured counselling process to follow:

1. Download Counselling Letter: Released along with your scorecard.
2. Choice Filling: Select your preferred programmes and universities based on the marks you scored in the entrance test.
3. Seat Allotment: The counselling committee releases up to four rounds of seat allotment lists based on your choice filling.
4. Provisional Admission: After the seat allotment list is declared, selected candidates must download the provisional admission letter and claim their seat by visiting the campus and paying the admission fee.
5. Mop-Up Round: ICAR conducts a final mop-up round after the four rounds of counselling to fill any remaining vacant seats.
6. Offline/Spot Round: Participating universities may conduct offline counselling to fill seats still vacant after the mop-up round. This is also referred to as the spot round.

Understanding this process now — well before results are out — will help you make faster, more confident decisions when it's time to lock in your seat.

Quick Checklist Before You Apply

To make sure your application sails through without hiccups, keep this checklist handy:

• ✅ Valid email ID and active mobile number for registration
• ✅ Scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format
• ✅ Category certificate (if applicable: OBC/EWS/SC/ST)
• ✅ UDID card or disability certificate (for PwD/PwBD candidates)
• ✅ Bachelor's degree mark sheet/provisional certificate details
• ✅ Application fee payment method ready (net banking/card/UPI)
• ✅ Confirmation of the correct subject group matching your UG discipline

Final Thoughts

The extension of the ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 registration deadline to June 10 is a welcome relief for thousands of aspirants across the country aiming for a Master's degree in agriculture and allied sciences. Aspiring students are urged to complete the application process before the revised deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues on the portal.

If you haven't applied yet, don't leave it for the last moment. Head to the official NTA ICAR portal, complete your registration carefully, double-check every document, and pay your fee well in advance. And if you spot an error after submission, remember — the correction window is short, so act on it immediately.