The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the ICAR PG and PhD 2025 Result, bringing relief and excitement to thousands of aspirants who appeared for the examination. This result marks the culmination of a rigorous selection process for admissions into postgraduate and doctoral programmes in agricultural universities across India.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) entrance exam for PG and PhD programmes is one of the most competitive tests in the agricultural education sector. Candidates who clear this exam secure admission to some of the country’s top agricultural universities, opening up opportunities for advanced research, innovation, and academic excellence.
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
6 May 2025 |
Last Date for Apply Online |
5 June 2025 |
Pay Exam Fee Last Date |
5 June 2025 |
Exam Date |
03 July 2025 |
Admit Card Available |
27 June 2025 |
Answer Key Available |
18 July 2025 |
Result Available |
12 August 2025 |
💰 Application Fee Details: For AIEEA PG Courses:
Category |
Amount |
General Category |
₹1300 |
OBC / EWS |
₹1255 |
SC / ST / PH |
₹675 |
💰 Application Fee Details: For AIEEA PhD (JRF/SRF) Courses
Category |
Amount |
General Category |
₹2000 |
OBC / EWS |
₹1955 |
SC / ST / PH |
₹1025 |
Payment Methods:
You can pay the exam fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E-Challan, E-Wallet, or Cash Card.
🎯 Age Limit (As of 31 August 2025)
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Minimum Age for PG Courses |
19 years |
Minimum Age for PhD Courses |
20 years |
(No upper age limit specified in the notice)
📚 Available Courses for ICAR AIEEA 2025
Students can apply for the following subjects:
🟩 Postgraduate (PG) Courses |
· Plant Biotechnology · Plant Science · Physical Science · Entomology and Nematology · Agronomy · Social Science · Statistical Science · Horticulture · Forestry · Agricultural Engineering · Water Science and Technology · Home Science · Animal Biotechnology · Veterinary Science · Animal Science · Fisheries Science · Dairy Science · Dairy Technology · Food Science and Technology · Agribusiness Management |
Subjects available under PhD program include:
🟪 PhD Courses (AICE-JRF/SRF/PGS) |
· Crop Science I, II, III · Horticulture · Veterinary and Animal Science I, II, III · Dairy Science · Dairy Technology · Food Technology · Agricultural Engineering and Technology · Home Science · Fishery Science · Natural Resource Management I, II · Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Management · Agricultural Extension · Agricultural Statistics |
🎓 Educational Qualifications Required
For PG Courses:
- Must have completed a Bachelor’s (UG) Degree in the related subject from a recognized college or university.
For PhD Courses:
- Must have completed a Postgraduate (PG) Degree in the related subject from a recognized college or university.
Step-by-Step Guide to Check NTA ICAR PG & PhD 2025 Result
Follow these steps carefully to download and check your result:
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Visit the Official NTA ICAR Website – Open your browser and go to the official NTA ICAR results page.
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Find the Result Link – On the homepage, look for the notification titled “ICAR PG 2025 Result” or “ICAR PhD 2025 Result”.
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Click on the Relevant Link – Select the appropriate link based on your course (PG or PhD).
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Login to Your Account – Enter your application number, date of birth, and security code as shown on the page.
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View Your Scorecard – After logging in, your result will appear on the screen, showing your score, rank, and qualifying status.
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Download and Save – Save the scorecard in PDF format for future use.
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Take a Printout – Keep a printed copy for the counselling process.
Details Mentioned in the ICAR PG & PhD Result
Your scorecard will contain the following important details:
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Candidate’s Name and Roll Number
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Application Number
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Programme Applied (PG / PhD)
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Marks Obtained in Each Section
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Total Score
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All India Rank (AIR)
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Category Rank (if applicable)
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Qualifying Status
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Instructions for Counselling
Next Steps After the Result
After checking the result, candidates who have qualified should prepare for the ICAR Counselling Process, which will be conducted online.
Counselling Process Overview:
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Registration for Counselling – Candidates must register on the ICAR counselling portal using their credentials.
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Choice Filling and Locking – Select your preferred agricultural universities and courses.
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Seat Allotment – Based on your rank, category, and preferences, seats will be allotted.
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Document Verification – Present original documents for verification, including mark sheets, certificates, identity proof, and category documents (if applicable).
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Fee Payment and Admission Confirmation – Pay the admission fee to confirm your seat in the allotted university.
Important Documents for Counselling
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ICAR PG / PhD 2025 Scorecard
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Admit Card of the Entrance Exam
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Class 10 and Class 12 Certificates & Mark Sheets
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Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree Certificates (as applicable)
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Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
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PwD Certificate (if applicable)
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Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card / Passport / Voter ID)
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Passport-size Photographs
Tips for Candidates After Result Declaration
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Stay Updated – Regularly check the official ICAR and NTA websites for updates on counselling dates.
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Organize Your Documents – Keep all required documents ready in both original and photocopy format.
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Research Universities – Before choice filling, review the list of participating universities and their course offerings.
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Prepare for Relocation – If you are allotted a seat in another state, plan your travel and accommodation in advance.
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Stay Confident – Remember that counselling is a competitive process, so keep backup options ready.