ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre allotment is available on the official NTA portal at exams.nta.nic.in/icar — log in with your Application Number and Date of Birth to check your assigned city and CBT venue.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the ICAR All India Competitive Examination for PhD (AICE-PhD) 2026 as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) at centres spread across 30+ cities in India. NTA releases exam centre details either through a separate exam city intimation letter or as part of the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card. The admit card is the definitive document — it carries the full venue address, reporting time, and exam shift. Students must download and print it before arriving at the test centre.
- Official Portal: exams.nta.nic.in/icar
- Login Credentials: Application Number and Date of Birth
- Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Centre Details Available On: Exam City Intimation Letter or Admit Card
- Exam Cities: 30+ cities across major states (based on previous-year trends)
- Centre Change: Not permitted after allotment
| Direct Link — ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Centre / Admit Card (Active) |
What is ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Centre Allotment?
Exam centre allotment for ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 is the process by which NTA assigns each registered student a specific city and test venue for the CBT. NTA tries to allot a centre in or near the exam city you preferred during registration, but allotment in the exact city is not guaranteed. If a chosen city reaches capacity, students may be allotted a centre in a nearby city.
Once the allotment is published, the centre is final and cannot be changed. The assigned venue name, full address, exam date, reporting time, and shift are all printed on the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card. Students should download the admit card as soon as it is released and verify all details immediately.
How to Check ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Centre Online
Follow these steps to access your allotted CBT venue on the official NTA portal:
- Visit the official ICAR portal at exams.nta.nic.in/icar.
- Click on the link labelled ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Admit Card or Exam City Intimation on the homepage.
- Enter your Application Number in the first login field.
- Enter your Date of Birth in DD/MM/YYYY format in the second field.
- Type the Security PIN or CAPTCHA displayed on the page.
- Click Submit to log in to your candidate dashboard.
- Your exam city, centre name, and venue address will appear on screen. Download and save the admit card in PDF format.
- Take a colour or black-and-white printout and keep it safe for exam day.
Students who notice an error in their name, date of birth, photograph, or other personal details on the admit card must contact NTA at the helpdesk number or email listed on the official portal immediately.
City-Wise ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 CBT Exam Centres
NTA typically holds ICAR AICE-PhD across cities in all major states. The table below lists expected exam cities for ICAR AICE-PhD 2026, based on previous-year data. The confirmed city list will be available on the official portal at the time of allotment.
| State / UT | Expected Exam Cities |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Guntur, Hyderabad, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| Bihar | Patna |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur |
| Delhi NCR | New Delhi |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Anand, Junagadh |
| Haryana | Hisar, Karnal |
| Jharkhand | Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Dharwad |
| Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Jabalpur |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
| Punjab | Ludhiana |
| Rajasthan | Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore |
| Telangana | Hyderabad |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Prayagraj, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Pantnagar |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
The precise building name and street address of your assigned venue will be printed on your ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card. NTA may add or remove cities for 2026 depending on total registrations received.
Details on ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Admit Card
The ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card is your mandatory entry document for the CBT. Carry a printed copy to the exam centre — digital copies on a phone or tablet are generally not accepted at the gate. The admit card contains the following details:
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Student Name | Full name as entered during ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 registration |
| Application Number | Unique registration ID used during the application process |
| Roll Number | CBT roll number assigned by NTA for the exam |
| Exam Centre Name | Name of the allotted test centre building or institution |
| Exam Centre Address | Full venue address with street, city, and PIN code |
| Exam Date | Scheduled date of the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 CBT |
| Reporting Time | Latest time by which you must arrive at the centre |
| Exam Shift or Slot | Morning or afternoon slot assigned to the student |
| Subject or Paper Code | The PhD discipline for which the student applied |
| Photograph and Signature | Used for identity verification at the entry gate |
What to Do After Checking Your Exam Centre
Once you have confirmed your ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre, take these steps to prepare for the CBT:
- Visit the venue a day before the exam — travel to the centre in advance to check the route, building entrance, and available transport options.
- Arrive well before reporting time — plan to reach the centre at least 30 to 45 minutes before the gate-open time mentioned on the admit card.
- Print and protect the admit card — take at least two printouts and store them separately. Do not fold or damage the barcode or QR code printed on it.
- Keep a valid government-issued photo ID ready — Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, or voter ID must be presented alongside the admit card for identity verification.
- Know the prohibited items list — electronic devices, mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, and written notes are not permitted inside the exam hall. Leave them at home or in a secure location.
ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Centre FAQs
Ques. How can I check my ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre?
Ans. Visit exams.nta.nic.in/icar, click on the Admit Card or Exam City Intimation link, and log in with your Application Number and Date of Birth. Your allotted city and CBT venue details will appear on screen.
Ques. Can I change my ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre after it is allotted?
Ans. No. Once NTA publishes the exam centre allotment, it is final and cannot be changed. Students should make travel and accommodation arrangements based on the allotted city.
Ques. When will ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre details be released?
Ans. NTA typically releases the exam city intimation letter or admit card (which includes centre details) a few weeks before the exam date. Keep checking exams.nta.nic.in/icar regularly for updates.
Ques. Is the full venue address printed on the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card?
Ans. Yes. The complete venue address — including building name, street, city, and PIN code — is printed on your ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card along with the exam date and reporting time.
Ques. What documents do I need to carry to the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre?
Ans. You must carry a printed copy of your ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card and a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport. Entry without the admit card is not permitted.
Ques. What if my allotted exam city is different from the city I selected during registration?
Ans. NTA allots exam cities based on the number of registrations and available centre capacity. If your preferred city is full, you may be allotted a centre in a nearby city. This allotment cannot be reversed after it is published.
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