What entrance exam is required for NDRI Karnal B.Tech admission?

B.Tech (Dairy Technology) admission at NDRI Karnal requires a valid ICAR AIEEA UG score. The exam covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at 10+2 level. Seat allotment is done through ICAR centralised counselling at NASC Complex, New Delhi.

When is the ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 exam for NDRI admission?

The ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 exam was held on 4 July 2026. The admit card was expected in the last week of June 2026. Results and counselling for Master in Dairying admission at NDRI are expected in August to September 2026.

What is the minimum percentage required for Master in Dairying at NDRI?

Candidates must have at least 60% marks or an OGPA of 6.60 out of 10.00 in their bachelors degree. SC/ST and PH candidates require a minimum of 50% marks or OGPA of 5.60. Age must be at least 19 years as of 31 July 2026.

Is there a management quota at NDRI Karnal?

No. NDRI Karnal does not offer management quota or direct admission. All seats for B.Tech, Master in Dairying, and PhD programmes are allotted strictly through ICAR entrance examinations and centralised counselling.

How many disciplines are available for PhD at NDRI Karnal?

NDRI Karnal offers PhD (Dairying) in 14 disciplines including Dairy Chemistry, Dairy Microbiology, Dairy Technology, Dairy Engineering, Animal Biotechnology, Animal Physiology, and related dairy science subjects.

What is the age limit for NDRI B.Tech admission?

Candidates must be at least 17 years old and not more than 23 years old as of 31 July of the year of admission. Age relaxation for reserved category candidates is as per ICAR norms.

What placements does NDRI Karnal offer after the Master in Dairying programme?

NDRI Karnal has strong industry connections. As per NIRF 2025 data, 119 students from the 2-year PG batch were placed in 2024 with a median package of INR 8.2 LPA. Top recruiters include Nestle, Amul, Mother Dairy, NDDB Dairy Services, Tetra Pak, and Britannia.

Can foreign students apply for admission at NDRI Karnal?

Yes. Foreign students must apply through their respective Indian embassies. An institutional economic fee of USD 400 per month or USD 4,000 per year applies in addition to regular tuition fees.

NDRI Ranking 2026

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Collegedunia Ranking

NDRI Agriculture ranking by Collegedunia.com is 2 out of 200 colleges in India in 2026 and it was 3 out of 53 colleges in India in 2025.

Stream / Category	2026 Ranking	2025 Ranking
Agriculture	#2 out of 200 in India 2026 #1st in Haryana	#3 out of 53 in India 2025 #1st in Haryana
Veterinary Sciences	#21 out of 49 in India 2026 #2nd in Haryana	-

NIRF Ranking

NDRI Agriculture ranking by NIRF is 2 out of 40 colleges in India in 2025 and it was 2 out of 40 colleges in India in 2024.

Stream / Category	2025 Ranking	2024 Ranking	2023 Ranking
Agriculture	#2 out of 40 in India 2025 #1st in Haryana	#2 out of 40 in India 2024 #1st in Haryana	#2 out of 40 in India 2023 #1st in Haryana

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