The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the ICAR AIEEA PG and AICE-JRF/SRF (PhD) Answer Key 2026. Candidates who appeared in the entrance examination can now check and download their respective answer keys from the official NTA ICAR portal.

The ICAR AIEEA PG and PhD entrance examination was conducted on 04 July 2026, and the answer key was made available on 16 August 2026.
Candidates are advised to compare their answers with the official answer key and check the related notice carefully. The ICAR AIEEA 2026 result and counselling schedule will be announced separately.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 08 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 June 2026 |
| Correction Window | 09–10 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 04 July 2026 |
| Admit Card | 01 July 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 16 August 2026 |
| Result | To Be Notified |
| Counselling | To Be Notified |
Application Fee
ICAR AIEEA PG
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹1,300 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹1,255 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹675 |
ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (PhD)
| Category | Fee |
| General | ₹2,000 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹1,955 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹1,025 |
The application fee was payable through the prescribed online payment modes, including Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking and UPI.
ICAR AIEEA 2026 Eligibility
For PG Courses
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject or an equivalent qualification as specified for the respective programme.
For PhD Courses
Candidates should possess a Master’s Degree in the relevant subject/discipline as prescribed by the admission requirements.
Age Limit
As per the provided eligibility details, the minimum age requirement as on 31 August 2026 is:
- PG Courses: Minimum 19 Years
- PhD Courses: Minimum 20 Years
Candidates should check the official information brochure for complete eligibility conditions.
ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 – Major Subject Areas
The ICAR AIEEA PG examination covers various agricultural and allied disciplines, including:
- Plant Biotechnology
- Plant Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Entomology and Nematology
- Agronomy
- Social Sciences
- Statistical Sciences
- Horticulture
- Forestry
- Agricultural Engineering
- Water Science and Technology
- Home Science
- Animal Biotechnology
- Veterinary Sciences
- Animal Sciences
- Fisheries Sciences
- Dairy Science
- Dairy Technology
- Food Science & Technology
- Agribusiness Management
ICAR PhD / AICE-JRF/SRF 2026 – Major Subject Areas
The PhD entrance examination includes disciplines such as:
- Crop Sciences
- Horticulture
- Veterinary and Animal Sciences
- Dairy Science
- Dairy Technology and Food Technology
- Agricultural Engineering and Technology
- Home Science
- Fishery Science
- Natural Resource Management
- Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Management
- Agricultural Extension
- Agricultural Statistics
The exact programme and subject eligibility should be checked in the official ICAR information brochure.
How to Download ICAR AIEEA PG & PhD Answer Key 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to access the answer key:
- Visit the official NTA ICAR website.
- Open the link for ICAR AIEEA PG / PhD Answer Key 2026.
- Select the appropriate answer key for PG or PhD.
- Enter the required login details, if asked.
- Submit the details to view the answer key.
- Download the answer key and save it for future reference.
- Compare your answers and estimate your probable score.
ICAR AIEEA 2026 Answer Key – Important Links
| Service | Link |
| ICAR AIEEA PhD Answer Key | Available on the official NTA ICAR portal |
| ICAR AIEEA PG Answer Key | Available on the official NTA ICAR portal |
| Answer Key Notice | Check official NTA ICAR website |
| Admit Card | ICAR PG / ICAR PhD |
| Exam City Information | Available through the NTA portal |
| Exam City Notice | Check official notification |
| Application Portal | AIEEA PG / AICE-JRF/SRF (PhD) |
| Official Notification | AIEEA PG / AICE-JRF/SRF (PhD) |
| Official Website | NTA ICAR |
