ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 is scheduled on July 4, 2026 in the afternoon shift from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM — you must carry a printed admit card and one original government-issued photo ID to the exam centre, without which entry is denied.
NTA released the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card on July 1, 2026 on the official portal. The exam is the qualifying gateway for PhD admissions at ICAR institutes in agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, dairy science, and allied disciplines. Arriving with the right documents and a clear understanding of CBT rules eliminates gate-entry issues on exam day.
- Exam date: July 4, 2026 (Saturday), afternoon shift from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, duration 120 minutes.
- Admit card is mandatory — print a clear A4 copy; the photograph, roll number, and barcode must all be legible.
- Original photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or Ration Card with photo) must accompany the admit card.
- Reach the centre by 2:00 PM — the exam hall gate closes approximately 30 minutes before start time (around 2:30 PM).
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, and all electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
| Direct Link — ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Admit Card and Official Portal (Active) — exams.nta.nic.in/icar |
Documents to Carry to ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Centre
Carry the following documents on July 4. Only originals are accepted during verification at the centre — photocopies are not a valid substitute for any document.
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Admit Card | Print on A4 paper. The photograph, roll number, and barcode must be clearly legible with no fold marks. Download from exams.nta.nic.in/icar. |
| Original Valid Photo ID (any one) | Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID (EPIC), Driving Licence, or Ration Card with photograph. The name must exactly match your application form. |
| Passport-Size Photographs | Carry 2–3 recent colour photographs identical to the one uploaded in your application. Invigilators may paste one on the attendance sheet. |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) | SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS students must carry the original certificate issued by the competent authority for reservation benefit verification. |
| PwD Certificate (if applicable) | Students who claimed PwD benefit must carry the original disability certificate for scribe or compensatory time verification at the centre. |
Your admit card also shows your exam centre address and shift time. Cross-check the centre location before July 4 and plan your travel to account for traffic and distance.
Reporting Time and July 4 Exam Day Schedule for ICAR AICE-PhD 2026
ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 is held on July 4, 2026 in the afternoon shift from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Reach the centre well before start time — NTA typically closes the exam hall gate 30 minutes before the exam begins, so aim to arrive by 2:00 PM.
| Exam Day Activity | Approximate Time (Afternoon Shift) |
|---|---|
| Exam Centre Gate Opens | 2:00 PM (approx.) |
| Document Verification and Biometric Registration | 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM |
| Exam Hall Entry and Seat Allocation | By 2:30 PM |
| Exam Hall Gate Closes — No Late Entry | 2:30 PM (approx.) |
| Reading of On-Screen Instructions | 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM |
| Exam Begins | 3:00 PM |
| Exam Ends | 5:00 PM |
Timings above are based on NTA’s standard CBT practice for this shift. Confirm the exact reporting time printed on your individual admit card — it is the final authority. Students who arrive after gate closure are not admitted regardless of the reason.
CBT Rules and Instructions for ICAR AICE-PhD 2026
ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 is a Computer Based Test of 120 minutes. All questions appear on your assigned computer screen and you respond using the mouse and keyboard. Follow these rules throughout the exam:
- Sit only at your allotted computer seat. Do not change seats without the invigilator’s explicit permission.
- All rough work must be done on the rough sheet provided at the centre. Return it to the invigilator before you leave — you cannot take it outside.
- The CBT interface lets you navigate between questions, mark questions for review, and revise answers at any point before the timer expires.
- Do not click Submit before reviewing all your answers — unattempted questions are auto-submitted when time runs out.
- If your computer screen freezes or the system crashes, raise your hand to alert the invigilator immediately. Do not restart the system yourself.
- Biometric verification (fingerprint and/or photograph) is carried out at your seat — cooperate fully when the invigilator asks.
- Personal stationery is not permitted inside the hall; the rough sheet and a pen or stylus are provided by the centre.
- Washroom breaks during the exam are at the invigilator’s discretion and the time spent is not compensated.
Items Not Allowed Inside ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Hall
NTA strictly bans electronic devices and study material inside the exam hall. Students found with prohibited items risk immediate disqualification from ICAR AICE-PhD 2026.
| Category | Prohibited Items |
|---|---|
| Electronic Devices | Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth earphones, digital cameras, programmable calculators, tablets, and any device with a display or wireless capability |
| Study Material | Books, printed notes, handwritten notes, question banks, and cheat sheets of any kind |
| Food and Beverages | Packaged food and beverages (check your admit card for centre-specific instructions on plain water bottles) |
| Metal Accessories | Large metal jewellery and metallic hair clips that trigger the metal detector at the entry gate |
| Personal Stationery | Pen, pencil, eraser, geometry box, ruler, highlighter, and correction fluid |
| Bags and Valuables | Handbags, pouches, wallets, and personal valuables (NTA does not take responsibility for items left outside the hall) |
Students who use a hearing aid or a required medical device should inform the invigilator at the entry gate and carry written medical documentation. All items cleared at the security check must be deposited outside the exam hall before entry.
ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 Exam Day FAQs
Ques. What documents must I carry to the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre on July 4?
Ans. You must carry your printed ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 admit card and one original government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or Ration Card with photo. Students who claimed SC/ST/OBC/EWS or PwD benefits must also carry the respective original certificates. Entry is denied without the admit card.
Ques. What time should I report to the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam centre?
Ans. For the afternoon shift (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM) on July 4, aim to reach the centre by 2:00 PM. The exam hall gate closes approximately 30 minutes before start time (around 2:30 PM). Students arriving after gate closure are not allowed inside for any reason. Confirm the exact time on your admit card.
Ques. Can I carry a mobile phone inside the ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 exam hall?
Ans. No. Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, and all electronic gadgets are strictly banned inside the exam hall. Possession of any prohibited electronic device may lead to immediate disqualification from the exam.
Ques. Is rough paper provided during ICAR AICE-PhD 2026 CBT?
Ans. Yes. The exam centre provides a rough sheet at your seat for all calculations and working. You must do all rough work on this sheet only and return it to the invigilator before leaving the hall. Personal stationery is not allowed inside the exam hall.
Ques. Can I revise my answers during ICAR AICE-PhD 2026?
Ans. Yes. The CBT interface allows you to navigate between questions, change answers, and mark questions for review at any time before the 120-minute timer expires. Use the Mark for Review option to flag questions you want to revisit before final submission.
Ques. What should I do if my computer crashes during ICAR AICE-PhD 2026?
Ans. Raise your hand immediately to alert the invigilator — do not touch or restart the system yourself. The invigilator will log the technical issue and take corrective action. Time lost due to a verified system failure is handled as per NTA’s centre protocol.
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