Candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
NSP ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (PGS) 2026
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Eligibility
Students in agricultural disciplines
Region
India
Award
Fellowship and a contingency grant
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The NSP ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (PGS) 2026 is offered by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to students in different disciplines of agriculture and allied sciences. It aims to recognise talent, promote merit, and encourage talented students to pursue higher agricultural education. Selected candidates will receive a fellowship and a contingency grant for higher studies.
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian national or be domiciled in India
- be at least 19 years of age
- have a Bachelor’s degree, or be appearing for the final examination of their Bachelor’s degree
- have obtained the following:
- General, OBC and Under Privileged States (UPS) categories - 60% marks, or an OGPA of 6.60/10.00, or 3.25/5.00, or 2.6/4.00
- SC/ST /Physically Challenged (PC) categories - 55% marks, or an OGPA of 5.5/10.00, or 2.75/5.00, or 2.20/4.00
- be applying for or be admitted to the specified universities
Note:-
- The equivalence of OGPA to percent marks, where needed, will be certified by the Registrar of the concerned University.
- For admission in M.V.Sc., candidates must have completed B.V.Sc. & A.H. with internship before the date of registration in the University.
Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a fellowship and contingency grant for higher studies at rates prescribed by ICAR, for a maximum duration of 2 years.
Documents
- ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter, etc)
- Academic transcripts
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate
- Admission proof (if applicable)
How can you apply?
Eligible students can apply by following the steps below:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: The fellowship will be awarded based on merit in the All India Competitive Entrance Examination, which also enables concurrent admission to Master’s programs at State Agricultural Universities, ICAR-Deemed Universities (IARI, IVRI, NDRI, CIFE, AAU), Central Agricultural University, and Central Universities with agriculture faculties (BHU, AMU, Visva-Bharati, and Nagaland University).
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 15th February 2026
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Contact Details
Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Krishi Anusandhan Bhawan II, Pusa, New Delhi 110012
Email ID: dirdare.icar@nic.in | Contact Number: (528) 23382375
Source: https://www.icar.org.in/
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), is offering this opportunity.
Question: Are there extra benefits for disabled students?
Answer: All selected candidates will receive equal benefits.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is offline, via exam qualification and admission.
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