The All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
AIEEA facilitates admission to postgraduate (PG) and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs in agriculture and allied sciences. From the 2025–2026 academic session onward, undergraduate admissions under ICAR are conducted through CUET (UG).
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Courses Covered | PG & Ph.D. in Agriculture and Allied Sciences |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect answer |
Undergraduate admissions are conducted through CUET (UG) for ICAR quota seats.
The exam assesses subject-specific knowledge from the relevant undergraduate curriculum.
AIEEA counselling includes 74 ICAR-accredited Agricultural Universities, including:
Seat allotment is conducted centrally through the ICAR counselling portal.
No, UG admissions are through CUET (UG). AIEEA is for PG and Ph.D. programs. Check ICAR notification for updates.
The National Testing Agency conducts AIEEA. ICAR oversees academic aspects. NTA handles registration and results.
Each correct answer carries four marks. One mark is deducted for wrong answer. No marks for unattempted questions.
Around 74 agricultural universities participate. Includes central and state institutions. Seat allotment is centralized.
The exam is tentatively scheduled for July 2026. Official dates will be released by NTA. Monitor the official website regularly.
AIEEA is conducted in online mode. It is a computer-based test. Candidates appear at designated centers.
AICE-JRF/SRF covers Ph.D. programs. It also provides Junior and Senior Research Fellowships. Admission is based on rank.
Registration is done through NTA’s official portal. All updates are published online. Avoid unofficial websites.