Selection is done on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying (Post-graduate) degree and/or rank in Common Entrance Test conducted on all India level by ICAR, New Delhi.

You should have passed the postgraduate degree examination with minimum 6.5 CGPA on 10.00point Scale.

ICAR Common Entrance Test Pattern:

Total Number of Questions: 180

Section Wise Distribution of Questions:

Physics: 1-60 Questions

Chemistry: 60-120 Questions

Mathematics/ Biology/ Agriculture: 120-180

Total Marks Allotted: 720

Marking Criteria: The candidates will be given four marks for every right answer marked by them while they will be penalized in the form of zero marks being deducted for the wrong attempts hence the candidates can attempt as many number of questions as they like in order to bring high scores.

Mode of Answering Questions: OMR Sheets will be provided for marking answers to all the applicants. The candidates should make sure that they darken the ovals completely so that they get