ICAR UG Counselling 2026 Registration Begins at icarcounseling.com; Apply by July 23
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has released the schedule for UG Counselling 2026. The counselling portal is now live at icarcounseling.com.

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has released the schedule for UG Counselling 2026. The counseling portal is now live at icarcounseling.com. Registration for CUET (ICAR-UG) 2026 qualifiers started on July 17, 2026, and eligible students must complete their registration by July 23, 2026. ICAR offers admission to 13 undergraduate courses in agriculture and related fields. These admissions are based on the CUET (UG) 2026 scores, which were announced on June 23, 2026. The courses are available at various agricultural universities across India.
Important dates for ICAR UG counselling 2026:
The counseling process will take place in four main rounds and one mop-up round. Seat allotments will start in late July 2026, and the final choice filling is expected to be done in mid-August 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration window opens | July 17, 2026 |
| Last date to register | July 23, 2026 |
| Round 1 seat allotment | July 31, 2026 |
| Round 2 seat allotment | August 6, 2026 |
| Round 3 seat allotment | August 10, 2026 |
| Round 4 seat allotment | August 14, 2026 |
| Mop-up round choice filling | August 18, 2026 |
Registration Fee and Payment Method
Candidates need to pay a non-refundable registration fee of Rs 500. This fee is paid online during registration on the counseling portal. The available payment options include net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Only those who passed the CUET (ICAR-UG) 2026 exam are allowed to register for the counseling. Applicants must have their CUET application number and roll number ready. They also need to give consent for document verification through DigiLocker.
Counselling Rounds and Document Verification
Each round includes a process of choosing options and getting seat allocations. Within 24 to 48 hours after the allotment, universities verify the documents online. Students are required to upload their documents and pay the seat acceptance fee on time.
How to Register for ICAR UG Counseling 2026?
Here are the steps to complete your registration on the official portal:
- Go to the official website at icarcounseling.com/NewRegistration.
- Choose CUET (ICAR-UG) 2026 as your entrance exam.
- Enter your CUET application number, roll number, and date of birth.
- Create a password and select a security question.
- Verify your mobile number and email using OTP.
- Confirm your consent to share data with DigiLocker for document verification.
- Pay the Rs 500 registration fee online to submit the form.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit icarcounseling.com and register before July 23, 2026.
- Make sure you have your CUET application number and roll number ready.
- Prepare to pay the Rs 500 non-refundable registration fee online.
- Link your DigiLocker account for a smooth document verification process.
- Carefully fill in your choices before the first round of allotment on July 31.
