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LATEST UPDATE 2026
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research conducts admission to Undergraduate (UG) programmes through CUET (UG). For the ICAR UG Admission 2026, candidates seeking admission to agriculture and allied science courses under the All India Quota (AIQ) must qualify CUET (UG)-2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The official notification for CUET UG 2026 is expected to be released in March 2026. The online application process will be available on the NTA CUET portal, and the examination is likely to be conducted in May 2026. ICAR UG counselling will be conducted separately after the declaration of CUET UG results.
IMPORTANT DATES
The CUET UG 2026 notification is expected in March 2026, with the online application process starting the same month and closing by the last week of March 2026. The application correction window is likely to be available in April 2026, followed by the release of admit cards in May 2026. The CUET UG 2026 examination is tentatively scheduled for May 2026, and the results are expected between June and July 2026. ICAR UG counselling registration is likely to begin during August to September 2026.
CUET UG 2026 Notification
March 2026
Online Application Start Date
March 2026
Last Date to Apply
Last week of March 2026
Application Correction Window
April 2026
Admit Card Release
May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Exam Date
May 2026
CUET UG Result Declaration
June to July 2026
ICAR UG Counselling Registration
August to September 2026
COURSES OFFERED
BSc (Hons) Agriculture
BSc (Hons) Horticulture
BSc (Hons) Forestry
BSc (Hons) Fisheries Science
BTech Agricultural Engineering
Other allied agricultural science courses
TOP COLLEGES & SEATS DETAILS
ICAR UG admission provides access to top agricultural universities across India through the All India Quota. Some of the leading ICAR-affiliated institutions include: Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi; Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana; Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore; Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU), Andhra Pradesh; University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS), Bengaluru; Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT), Pantnagar; Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar; and Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar.
Seats are offered under the All India Quota, and the total number of seats varies each year depending on the participating universities and courses. Seat allotment is done through centralized ICAR UG counselling based on CUET (UG) scores, category-wise reservation, course preference, and seat availability. The detailed university-wise and course-wise seat matrix is released by ICAR on the counselling portal before the start of counselling.
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process for the ICAR UG 2026 Exam involves qualifying the CUET (ICAR-UG)-2026 entrance exam conducted by the NTA, followed by registration for ICAR’s online counselling. Admission is based on merit, seat availability, and subject choices, with multiple counselling rounds and a mop-up round to finalize seat allocation.
Key Stages of ICAR UG 2026 Selection:
Eligibility Check: Candidates must be at least 16 years old as of August 31, 2026, and have passed Class 12 with 50% (General/OBC/EWS) or 40% (SC/ST/PwD) in PCM/PCB/PCMB/Agriculture.
Entrance Exam (CUET ICAR-UG 2026): Candidates must appear for the CUET UG 2026 in subjects relevant to their 12th-grade stream, as finalized by the NTA.
ADMIT CARD
The CUET (UG) admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the ICAR UG 2026 examination. It contains details like the candidate’s name, roll number, photograph, signature, exam date, time, and centre.
Steps to Download Admit Card:
1. Visit the official CUET UG website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG/
2. Click on the “Login” link and enter your registration number, password, and captcha code.
3. Access your candidate dashboard and click on the link to download the admit card.
4. Download and print the admit card for future reference.
5. Carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
Note: No candidate will be allowed to enter the exam hall without the admit card. Check all details carefully and report discrepancies immediately to NTA.
EXAM RESULTS
The CUET (UG) 2026 results are declared online on the official NTA website after the completion of the examination. Candidates can check their results using their registration number and password or date of birth. The results include the score obtained, qualifying status, and subject-wise marks.
Steps to Check CUET UG 2026 Results:
1. Visit the official CUET UG website: https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG/
2. Click on the “CUET UG 2026 Results” link.
3. Enter your registration number and password or date of birth.
4. Submit the details to view the result.
5. Download and print the scorecard for counselling and admission purposes.
Candidates who meet the qualifying marks will be eligible to register for ICAR UG counselling for seat allotment under the All India Quota.
CUTOFFS & COUNSELLING
The cutoffs for ICAR UG admissions are based on CUET (UG) scores and vary according to category, course, and number of applicants. The table below shows last year’s (2025) cutoffs along with the expected cutoffs for 2026.
1. BSc Agriculture
2025 Cutoffs:
General: 105
OBC: 102
SC: 95
ST: 90
EWS: 103
Expected 2026 Cutoffs:
General: 106–108
OBC: 103–105
SC: 96–98
ST: 91–93
EWS: 104–106
2. BSc Horticulture
2025 Cutoffs:
General: 100
OBC: 97
SC: 90
ST: 85
EWS: 98
Expected 2026 Cutoffs:
General: 101–103
OBC: 98–100
SC: 91–93
ST: 86–88
EWS: 99–101
3. BSc Forestry
2025 Cutoffs:
General: 98
OBC: 95
SC: 88
ST: 82
EWS: 96
Expected 2026 Cutoffs:
General: 99–101
OBC: 96–98
SC: 89–91
ST: 83–85
EWS: 97–99
4. BTech Agricultural Engineering
2025 Cutoffs:
General: 112
OBC: 108
SC: 100
ST: 95
EWS: 110
Expected 2026 Cutoffs:
General: 113–115
OBC: 109–111
SC: 101–103
ST: 96–98
EWS: 111–113
Note: These expected cutoffs are estimated based on previous trends, difficulty level of CUET UG, and seat availability. Official 2026 cutoffs will be released after the CUET UG 2026 results.
COUNSELLING PROCESS
The ICAR UG counselling is conducted online for All India Quota admissions after the CUET UG 2026 results. Eligible candidates must complete the following steps to secure admission:
Registration: Candidates must register on the official ICAR UG counselling portal using their CUET UG credentials.
Choice Filling: Fill in preferred courses and universities in order of priority.
Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on CUET UG score, rank, category reservation, and choices filled.
Document Verification: Candidates allotted seats must report to the respective university for document verification.
Admission Confirmation: After verification, candidates must pay the admission fee to confirm their seat.
Subsequent Counselling Rounds: If any seats remain vacant, additional counselling rounds will be conducted.
Important Notes:
Candidates should carefully follow instructions on the ICAR counselling portal.
Ensure all details, including category certificates and personal information, are accurate to avoid issues during seat allotment.
Cutoffs for 2026 will be published after CUET UG 2026 results, and candidates can use last year’s cutoffs as a reference to estimate their chances.
OVERVIEW
The ICAR UG admission process provides entry to agriculture and allied science undergraduate courses offered by ICAR-affiliated universities across India. Admission is based on CUET UG scores followed by centralized ICAR counselling.
Particulars | Details |
Exam Full Name | ICAR Undergraduate Admission (Through CUET UG) |
Conducting Authority | NTA (CUET UG) & ICAR (Counselling) |
Admission Purpose | Admission to UG courses under ICAR All India Quota |
Exam Level | National |
Admission Mode | Through CUET (UG) |
Application Mode | Online |
Exam Date | May 2026 (Tentative) |
Courses Offered | Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Fisheries, Agricultural Engineering, etc. |
Official Website |
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process for the ICAR UG 2026 Exam involves qualifying the CUET (ICAR-UG)-2026 entrance exam conducted by the NTA, followed by registration for ICAR’s online counselling. Admission is based on merit, seat availability, and subject choices, with multiple counselling rounds and a mop-up round to finalize seat allocation.
Key Stages of ICAR UG 2026 Selection:
Eligibility Check: Candidates must be at least 16 years old as of August 31, 2026, and have passed Class 12 with 50% (General/OBC/EWS) or 40% (SC/ST/PwD) in PCM/PCB/PCMB/Agriculture.
Entrance Exam (CUET ICAR-UG 2026): Candidates must appear for the CUET UG 2026 in subjects relevant to their 12th-grade stream, as finalized by the NTA.
EXAM SYLLABUS
The CUET UG 2026 syllabus for ICAR UG admissions covers topics from Class 12 level across four main sections. General Intelligence & Reasoning tests logical thinking, pattern recognition, and analytical skills. General Knowledge & Awareness evaluates awareness of current affairs, India and world history, geography, culture, science, and everyday observations. Elementary Mathematics includes arithmetic, algebra, geometry, percentages, ratios, time and work, and other basic mathematical concepts. The English/Hindi Language section assesses comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and language usage. This syllabus helps candidates focus on both conceptual understanding and application-based questions.
As per CUET Syllabus, there will be three sections in UG Paper. Important points regarding the exam are tabulated below:
Section | CUET Syllabus |
Language Subjects | Language to be tested through Reading Comprehension (based on different types of passages–Factual, |
Domain Subjects | As per the Class 12 syllabus only. |
General Test | General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning (Simple application of basic mathematical concepts arithmetic/algebra |
CUET SYLLABUS FOR LANGUAGE TEST
The students’ fluency in the language is to be tested through questions asked in Reading Comprehension (based on different types of passages Factual, Literary and Narrative [Literary Aptitude & Vocabulary].
CUET SYLLABUS FOR GENERAL TEST
The General Awareness section includes static General Knowledge, while questions on Current Affairs will gauge a candidate’s knowledge of national & international current affairs. Let’s have a look at the General Awareness and Current Affairs topics for CUET exam.
1. General Knowledge
2. Current Affairs
3. General Mental Ability
4. Numerical Ability
4. Quantitative Reasoning (Simple application of basic mathematical concepts arithmetic/algebra geometry/mensuration/stat taught till Grade 8)
5. Logical and Analytical Reasoning
CUET SYLLABUS FOR DOMAIN SUBJECT
Candidates can check below the CUET exam syllabus for the various test domains that can choose while filling out their applications. A candidate can choose a maximum of six test domain while applying for the CUET entrance test.
ACCOUNTANCY/BOOK KEEPING
The Important units related to Accounting for Not-for-Profit Organisations and Partnership Firms covered in CUET Syllabus are discussed below:
1. Unit I: Accounting Not-for-Profit Organisation
2. Unit II: Accounting for Partnership
3. Unit III: Reconstitution of Partnership
4. Unit IV: Dissolution of Partnership Firm
5. Unit V: Accounting for Share and Debenture Capital
6. Unit VI: Analysis of Financial Statements
7. Unit VII: Statement of Changes in Financial Position
The Important units related to Computerized Accounting System covered in CUET Syllabus are discussed below:
1. Unit I: Overview of Computerised Accounting System
2. Unit II: Using Computerised Accounting System
3. Unit III: Accounting Using Database Management System (DBMS)
4. Unit IV: Accounting Applications of Electronic Spreadsheet
AGRICULTURE
The Important units related to AGRICULTURE covered in CUET Syllabus are discussed below:
1. Unit-1: Agrometeorology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Biochemistry and Microbiology – Some important topics include Agrometerology, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Biochemistry, Microbiology
2. Unit-2: Livestock Production- Some important topics include Importance of livestock, Care and management, Artificial Insemination
3. Unit-3: Crop Production – Some important topics include Introduction of Soil, Soil fertility, Fertilizers and Manures, Irrigation and Drainage, Weed Control, Crops
4. Unit-4: Horticulture
ANTHROPOLOGY
The Important units related to ANTHROPOLOGY covered in CUET Syllabus are discussed below:
1. Unit-1: PhysicalAnthropology
2. Unit-2: PrehistoricArchaeology
3. Unit-3: Material culture andeconomicAnthropology
4. Unit-4: SocialAnthropologyandEthnography
5. Unit-5: Ecology
FINE ARTS – (PAINTING, SCULPTURE, GRAPHICS AND COMMERICAL ARTS)
PAINTING
Unit 1: The Rajasthani and Pahari Schools of Miniature Painting
Unit 2: The Mughal and Deccan schools of miniature painting
Unit 3: The Bengal School and Cultural Nationalism
Unit 4: The Modern trends In IndianArt
SCULPTURE
Study of the following sculptures:
1. Triumph of Labour D. P. Roychowdhury
2. Santhal Family Ramkinker Vaij
3. Standing Woman Dhanraj Bhagat
4. Cries Unheard Amar Nath Sehgal
5. Ganesha Figure P.V.Jankira6. Dhanpal Sankho Chaudhuri
7. Chatturmukhi Aekka Yada Giri Rao
GRAPHIC-PRINTS
1. Whirlpool Krishna Reddy
2. Children Somnath Hore
3. Devi Jyoti Bhatt
4. Of walls Anupam Sud
5. Man, Woman and Tree K. Laxma Goud
EXAM PATTERN
The CUET UG 2026 exam pattern for ICAR UG admissions is designed to assess candidates’ knowledge, reasoning ability, and language skills in a structured manner. The test comprises multiple-choice questions divided into four sections: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & Awareness, Elementary Mathematics, and English/Hindi Language. Each section carries equal weight, and the exam is conducted in a computer-based format with a total duration of 60 minutes, requiring candidates to manage time efficiently while attempting all questions.
Mode of Examination
CUET (UG) will completely be conducted in Hybrid mode (Pen & Paper/ Computer Based Test) mode.
Medium of Examination
Drawing from the National Education Policy (NEP), the CUET (UG) will be conducted in English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
S. No. | Language | EXAM CENTERS |
1. | English | All Examination Centres |
2. | English and Hindi | All Examination Centres in India |
3. | English and Assamese | Examination Centres in Assam |
4. | English and Bengali | Examination Centres in West Bengal, Tripura, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
5. | English and Gujarati | Examination Centres in Gujarat, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli |
6. | English and Kannada | Examination Centres in Karnataka |
7. | English and Malayalam | Examination Centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep |
8. | English and Marathi | Examination Centres in Maharashtra |
9. | English and Odia | Examination Centres in Odisha |
10. | English and Punjabi | Examination Centres in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi/New Delhi (including Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Meerut, Noida/Greater Noida) |
11. | English and Tamil | Examination Centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
12. | English and Telugu | Examination Centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana |
13. | English and Urdu | All Examination Centres in India |
Scheme of Examination
S. No. | Parameters | CUET (UG) |
1. | Total subjects | 61 (33 languages, 27 domain-specific, and 01 General Test) |
2. | Choice of Test Paper | Maximum 06 Test papers (04 or 05 domain subjects including General Test and 01 or 02 languages). Candidates may choose a maximum 06 Subjects including languages (Indian and Foreign) and General Test Note: It is advisable for candidates to select at least one language. |
3. | Medium of the Test | 13 languages (Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu) |
4. | Mode of the Examination | Hybrid mode (Pen & Paper + CBT) Note: It will depend on the candidate count after the registration is complete. |
5. | Total Questions | 40 out of 50 questions for all test papers and 50 out of 60 for the General Test (choice of 10 questions). Duration for all test papers would be 45 minutes except for Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Accountancy, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Computer Science/Informatics Practices, and General Tests which would be 60 minutes. |
6. | Shift and Duration | It is proposed that for Pen & paper mode, there may be three shifts in a day of about two hours duration. |
List of Languages Offered Under Cuet (UG)
CUET examination consists of 33 languages.
SECTION | Code | Name |
Section IA: Languages (13 Languages) | 101 | English |
102 | Hindi | |
103 | Assamese | |
104 | Bengali | |
105 | Gujarati | |
106 | Kannada | |
107 | Malayalam | |
108 | Marathi | |
109 | Odia | |
110 | Punjabi | |
111 | Tamil | |
112 | Telugu | |
113 | Urdu | |
Section IB: Languages (20 Languages) | 201 | Arabic |
202 | Bodo | |
203 | Chinese | |
204 | Dogri | |
205 | French | |
206 | German | |
207 | Italian | |
208 | Japanese | |
209 | Kashmiri | |
210 | Konkani | |
211 | Maithili | |
212 | Manipuri | |
213 | Nepali | |
214 | Persian | |
215 | Russian | |
216 | Santhali | |
217 | Sindhi | |
218 | Spanish | |
219 | Tibetan | |
220 | Sanskrit |
List of Domain Specific Subjects/General Test Offered Under CUET (UG)
SECTION | Code | Name |
Section II: Domain | 301 | Accountancy/Book Keeping |
302 | Agriculture | |
303 | Anthropology | |
304 | Biology/Biological Studies/Biotecnology/Biochemistry | |
305 | Business Studies | |
306 | Chemistry | |
307 | Environmental Studies | |
308 | Computer Science/Informatics Practices | |
309 | Economics/Business Economics | |
310 | Engineering Graphics | |
311 | Entrepreneurship | |
312 | Fine Arts/Visual Arts(Sculpture/Painting)/ Commercial Art | |
313 | Geography/ Geology | |
314 | History | |
315 | Home Science | |
316 | Knowledge Tradition-Practices India | |
317 | Legal Studies | |
318 | Mass Media/Mass Communication | |
319 | CUET Syllabus for Mathematics | |
320 | Performing Arts- (i) Dance (Kathak/ Bharatnatyam/ Kathakkali/ Oddissi/ Kuchipudi/ Manipuri) (ii) Drama-Theatre (iii) /Music General (Hindustani/ Carnatic/ Rabindra Sangeet/ Percussion/ Non-Percussion) | |
321 | Physical Education/National Cadet Corps(NCC)/ Yoga | |
322 | Physics | |
323 | Political Science | |
324 | Psychology | |
325 | Sanskrit | |
326 | Sociology | |
327 | Teaching Aptitude | |
Section III: | 501 | For Vocational/Open Eligibility/Cross Stream/Any other as |
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The candidate’s eligibility for CUET (ICAR-UG) Examination is based on the fulfilment of the following conditions:-
1. Nationality
2. Age Limit
3. Educational Qualifications
Nationality
The nationality of the applying candidate should be Indian only.
Age limit
Indian Nationals of at least 16 years of age are eligible to apply for the examination. No relaxation is admissible regarding the minimum age limit.
Educational Qualifications
1. Indian national candidates must have passed 10+2 Senior Secondary Examination of the Central Board of Secondary Education or any other examination within scope and standard found to be equivalent to the Senior Secondary Examination of a recognised Indian Board/University, with minimum prescribed marks/grade after a period of 12 years of study. The medium of instruction in the admitting University will be English.
2. Candidate must have passed any one of the qualifying examinations enumerated above securing not less than 50% marks in aggregate for General, OBC (NCL), UPS, EWS categories and 40% marks in aggregate for SC, ST, Third Gender, PwD categories. There will be no rounding-off of the OGPA/percentage of marks of qualifying examination while deciding the basic eligibility of any candidate for admission e.g. if a candidate obtained 49.99% marks in his/her qualifying examination, then it will not be rounded-off to 50%.
3. Candidate having a compartment/supplementary in any of the subjects will not be eligible unless proof of having cleared the examination with requisite percentage asabove is available.
4. Candidate already appeared in the qualifying examination enumerated above, can also apply but would be required to submit evidence of having satisfied the conditions latest at the time of counselling/admission in the allotted university.
5. Candidate must ensure that he/she fulfills the eligibility requirements for the examination as well as admission as detailed in the Information Bulletin.
IMPORTANT DATES
The CUET UG 2026 examination schedule is set to begin with the official notification in March 2026, followed by the start of online applications in the same month. Candidates can submit their applications until the last week of March 2026, with a correction window available in April 2026 for any modifications. Admit cards are expected to be released in May 2026, and the examination will also be conducted during May 2026 across multiple shifts. The results of CUET UG 2026 are likely to be declared between June and July 2026, after which eligible candidates can register for the ICAR UG counselling process scheduled from August to September 2026.
Event | Dates |
Online Submission of Application Form | February to March 2026 |
Last date of successful transaction of fee | March 2026 |
Correction in Particulars | March to April |
Announcement of the City of Examination | April 2026 onwards |
Downloading Admit Cards from the NTA website | The second week of May 2026 |
Date of Examination | Between May 2026 and 31 May 2026 |
Declaration of Result | June 2026 |