ICAR AIEEA Exam Pattern

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ICAR Exam Pattern

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET)-UG has replaced the ICAR-AIEEA as the preferred method of admission for the specified UG courses from the academic year 2024.

However, NTA will continue to conduct ICAR-AIEEA (PG) and ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (Ph. D.) Entrance Exams.

CUET UG Pattern

Particulars Details
Mode of the examination Computer-Based Test
Number of Slots Two - Three
Exam timing As per the location
Type of questions Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
CUET UG sections
  • Section 1 - Language
  • Section 2 - Domain Subject
  • Section 3 - General Aptitude Test
Total number of Questions 150 across all subjects
Negative marking Yes
Marking Scheme
  • +5 for each correct answer
  • -1 for each incorrect answer
Medium of the CUET exam 13 languages - English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu
Number of domain subjects 23

ICAR AIEEA

Particulars Details
Exam mode Online (computer-based)
Language English
Types of questions 120 MCQs and 10 cross-matching type questions
Duration of exam 120 minutes
Marking scheme
  • Correct answer: + 4
  • Incorrect answer: -1
Total marks 480 marks

Mock Test

Mock Test is a practice test that simulates the real test-taking experience. It is designed to help candidates become familiar with the format, question types, and time constraints of the actual test. By taking a mock test, candidates can identify their strengths and weaknesses, and develop strategies for managing their time and answering questions effectively.

Taking a mock test is important for several reasons:

  • A mock test will familiarize candidates with the format of the actual test, including the number of sections, the types of questions, and the time constraints.
  • It will help them to practice time management skills, which are essential for success on the actual test.
  • Candidates can evaluate their performance and identify their areas for improvement after taking a mock test.
  • They can build their confidence and reduce their test-taking anxiety.
  • Mock tests will help them to identify their weakness and working on them will help candidates improve.
  • By taking a mock test, candidates can understand the exam pattern, the weightage of each section, the level of difficulty and the type of questions that will be asked in the actual test.

Coaching Institutes

  • GATEIIT
  • Mahendra Educational Private Limited
  • G.C. Rao Academy
  • Triumphant Institute of Management Education (T.I.M.E.)
  • Agri Coaching Delhi

AIEEA UG Books

  • Agriculture: A competitive book of Agriculture by Nem Raj Sunda, Fundamentals of Agriculture by Arun Katyayan(Vol. 1 & 2) + Arihant ICAR AIEEA UG.
  • Biology: NCERT Biology (11th & 12th) & after completing the NCERT, Practice questions from MTG's NCERT at your fingertips.
  • Chemistry: NCERT Chemistry + any reference book + Arihant PYQ NEET + PYQ of BHU UET Agriculture.
  • NCERT Books
  • Basic horticulture by Jitendra Singh
  • Horticulture at a Glance by Dr. A.S Selaria
  • Handbook of Horticulture by K.L Chadha
  • New Vishal's objective horticulture - Uadal Singh
  • General agriculture - Muniraj Singh.
  • Fundamentals of Agriculture by Arun Katyayan.

There are 150 multiple-choice questions for undergraduate programmes which will be divided in to 4 section - Section 1A consists of 13 languages; Section IB – 20 Languages; Section II – 27 Domain-specific Subjects; Section III – General Test.
For both UG and PG papers for each incorrect answer, one mark is deducted from the total score.
Practising mock test is important because they provide students with an understanding of time management during exams, exam pattern, etc. as it gives a realistic experience of the exam environment and help them identify their strengths and weaknesses

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