The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) undergraduate (UG) admissions have undergone a significant change. Here’s a breakdown of the key information:
**Key Points:**
* **CUET-UG:** * ICAR now utilizes the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) for admissions to its undergraduate programs. This means that aspiring students must appear for the CUET-UG exam. * This shift aims to streamline the admission process and reduce the burden on students by eliminating the need for multiple entrance exams.
* **Programs Offered:** * ICAR offers admissions to various undergraduate programs in agriculture and allied sciences, excluding veterinary sciences. These include: * B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture * B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture * B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science) * And other related programs.
* **Eligibility:** * Candidates must have passed or be appearing in their 10+2 examination with the required subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics/Agriculture). * Specific eligibility criteria may vary depending on the program and university, so it’s crucial to check the official ICAR and participating university websites.
* **Exam and Admission Process:** * The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the CUET-UG exam. * ICAR then uses the CUET-UG scores for its admission process. * Candidates will need to participate in the ICAR counseling process for seat allocation.
* **Where to Find Official Information:** * For the most accurate and up-to-date information, refer to these official websites: * NTA CUET-UG website (cuet.nta.nic.in) * ICAR website (icar.org.in) * icar.nta.ac.in
**Important Considerations:**
* It is very important that students check the specific requirements of the universities they wish to attend. As there can be variations in the exact required subjects. * It is also very important to stay up to date with the NTA and ICAR websites, as these organizations are the ones that release the official information regarding the exams, and the admissions processes.
To give you a more detailed understanding of the CUET UG 2025 exam pattern, here’s a breakdown of the key components:
**Overall Structure:**
* **Computer-Based Test (CBT):** * The exam will be conducted entirely online.
* **Sections:** * The CUET UG exam is generally divided into three main sections: * **Section I: Language:** * This section assesses language proficiency. * Candidates can choose from a variety of languages. * Questions typically involve reading comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar.
* **Section II: Domain-Specific Subjects:** * This section tests knowledge in specific subjects relevant to the chosen undergraduate programs. * Candidates select domain subjects based on their desired courses. * The syllabus is primarily based on the NCERT Class 12 curriculum.
* **Section III: General Test:** * This section evaluates general knowledge, current affairs, logical reasoning, and quantitative aptitude. * It’s often required for programs that don’t heavily rely on specific domain knowledge.
* **Subject Selection:** * Candidates have the flexibility to choose a combination of languages and domain subjects. * There is a limit to the amount of subjects that can be taken.
* **Exam Duration:** * Each subject test typically has a duration of 60 minutes.
**Key Points to Remember:**
* **NCERT Syllabus:** * The domain-specific subject questions are largely based on the NCERT Class 12 syllabus. Therefore, a strong understanding of these textbooks is crucial.
* **Official Information:** * Always rely on the official NTA CUET website (cuet.nta.nic.in) for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
* **Subject Choices:** * Carefully consider your subject choices based on the eligibility criteria of the universities and programs you’re interested in.
* **Computer Based Testing:** * Because the test is computer based, it is good to become familiar with computer based testing, prior to the actual exam.