ICAR Counselling 2025: Registration Starts, Key Dates & Fees

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has started the counselling process for students seeking admission to undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and PhD courses. Registration for ICAR counselling 2025 began on October 14, 2025 . Students who want to join agriculture courses can apply online.

The last date to complete the online registration, fill college choices, and upload documents is October 17, 2025, by 11:50 PM . Students must apply on the official ICAR counselling website: icarcounseling.com .

Key Dates for ICAR Counselling 2025

Students should remember these important dates to avoid missing out:

• Counselling Registration Starts: October 14, 2025
• Last Date for Registration: October 17, 2025 (11:50 PM)
• Last Date for Choice Filling: October 17, 2025 (11:50 PM)
• Last Date for Document Upload: October 17, 2025 (11:50 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: October 17, 2025 (11:50 PM)

How to Register for ICAR Counselling 2025

Follow these simple steps to complete your registration:

1. Go to the official ICAR counselling website: icarcounseling.com .
2. Look for the 'ICAR Counselling Registration 2025' link.
3. Click on the link to open the registration form.
4. Read the instructions carefully. You will need to sign a 'Declaration and Undertaking'.
5. Fill in all your personal and academic details correctly in the form.
6. Upload all the required documents as asked.
7. Pay the counselling fee of Rs 500 using online payment methods like Credit Card, Debit Card, Netbanking, or UPI.
8. After successful payment, you will receive your login details (User ID and Password) through SMS and Email. Keep these safe for future use.
9. Submit your application.

It is important to provide correct information. If any detail is found wrong later, your seat may be cancelled, and the fee you paid will not be returned.

Counselling Fee Details

A non-refundable fee of Rs 500 is charged for ICAR counselling. This fee must be paid online. Sometimes, it may take up to 24 hours for the payment status to update. Students should not worry if it does not show immediately.

Understanding Choice Filling

Choice filling is a very important part of the counselling process. This is where you select the colleges and courses you wish to join, in order of your preference. Here are key points:

• One-Time Option: For most counselling rounds, you can fill your college preferences only once. You will not get to change them in every round, except for a final mop-up round if it happens.
• Check Vacant Seats: Before you fill your choices, it is very important to check the 'Vacant Seat Matrix'. This shows how many seats are empty in different courses and colleges. This helps you choose colleges wisely.

ICAR Round 1 Vacant Seat Matrix

The vacant seat matrix for Round 1 is available for students to check. You can download the PDF files for your specific program:

By checking these lists, students can make informed decisions about their college and course preferences during the choice-filling process. Remember to complete all steps before the deadline on October 17, 2025 .