NTA ICAR AIEEA Exam Pattern 2026

The NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 (Indian Council of Agricultural Research – All India Entrance Exam for Admission) is a national-level exam conducted for admissions to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs in agriculture and allied sciences across India. The NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 exam is administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and serves as an entry gateway for various agriculture universities and institutes.

NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 – Exam Pattern Overview

The exam pattern of NTA ICAR AIEEA varies slightly based on the level of study (UG or PG) and the specific course stream chosen by candidates.

Mode and Duration

• The exam is conducted online as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
• Total duration is 2 hours (120 minutes) for both UG and PG.
• The question paper is in the English language only.

Question Type and Marking Scheme

• The examination consists exclusively of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Each correct answer is awarded +1 mark (PG) or +4 marks (UG), depending on the level.
• For PG exams, there is no negative marking; for UG exams, 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

Number of Questions and Sections

For PG (Postgraduate) exam:

• Total Questions:120 MCQs
• Marks:120 marks (1 mark each)

Divided into

• Subject-specific agricultural and allied science questions: 100
• General Aptitude & Analytical Skills: 20
• For UG (Undergraduate) exam (usually about 150 questions, exact details vary by year).
• Questions cover subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture/Biotechnology
• Marks and number of questions may vary, often +4 per correct answer and -1 for incorrect answers.

Subject and Syllabus Specifics

• The NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 syllabus is comprehensive and tailored to the respective disciplines like Agronomy, Horticulture, Forestry, Veterinary, Fisheries, Home Science, etc.
• Questions test both conceptual understanding and application skills.
• Analytical and aptitude sections include reasoning, quantitative ability, and communication skills.

Detailed ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 Exam Pattern Table

Highlights of the NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 Exam Pattern

• The NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 exam is subject-specific, meaning candidates choose a discipline related to their UG qualifications.
• The General Aptitude section focuses on reasoning, communication, and analytical skills.
• The NTA ICAR AIEEA exam tests fundamental concepts, scientific principles, and analytical thinking relevant to agriculture and allied domains.
• The result of NTA ICAR AIEEA exam directs admissions to over 75 agricultural universities across India including ICAR-Deemed Universities, Central Agricultural Universities, and State Agricultural Universities.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the mode of the ICAR AIEEA 2026 exam?

Ans. The ICAR AIEEA is conducted as a computer-based test (CBT) across various exam centers nationally.

Q2. How many questions will be asked in the ICAR AIEEA PG exam?

Ans. There will be 120 questions — 100 subject-specific questions and 20 aptitude questions.

Q3. Is there negative marking in the ICAR AIEEA PG exam?

Ans. No negative marking is applicable for the PG level exam. However, the UG exam does have a 1 mark deduction for each wrong answer.

Q4. What is the duration of the ICAR AIEEA exam?

Ans. The total duration is 2 hours (120 minutes) for both UG and PG exams.

Q5. Are aptitude questions included in the ICAR AIEEA exam?

Ans. Yes, 20 questions focus on general aptitude including analytical skills and reasoning.