What is the eligibility criteria for ICAR SRF exam 2025?

Education & Scholarships
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Hey everyone! I’m planning to apply for the ICAR SRF (Senior Research Fellowship) in 2025, but I’m confused about the eligibility requirements :confused:. Do we need a post-graduate degree in agriculture only, or are related fields also accepted? Is there any age limit or category-wise relaxation? Also, is NET qualification compulsory? If anyone has full details or has applied before, please share the correct eligibility and official info link here. It’ll really help many research aspirants like me

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If you’re planning to appear for the ICAR SRF (Senior Research Fellowship) Exam 2025, then it’s super important to understand the eligibility criteria first before diving into the preparation books and mock tests.

Here’s a detailed but simple explanation of the eligibility for ICAR SRF 2025 :backhand_index_pointing_down:

What is ICAR SRF?

The ICAR Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) exam is conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to award fellowships to students pursuing Ph.D. in Agriculture and Allied Sciences in ICAR-approved universities.

Eligibility Criteria for ICAR SRF 2025

1. Educational Qualification

  • Must have a Master’s degree in Agriculture or allied subjects (like Horticulture, Animal Sciences, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Fisheries, Dairy Science, Biotechnology, etc.)
  • Degree must be from a recognized university with OGPA ≥ 6.5/10 or 65% marks (General/OBC) and ≥ 5.5/10 or 55% (SC/ST/PwD)

Note: Your Master’s degree should be complete before the application date. No final-year candidates allowed.

2. Age Limit (as on 1st July 2025)

  • Minimum Age: 21 years
  • Maximum Age: No upper age limit (unlike JRF where age is restricted)

3. Nationality

  • Must be an Indian citizen

Other Important Points:

  • The OGPA to percentage conversion should follow ICAR guidelines (your university’s format may differ)
  • If you are already receiving another ICAR or Govt. fellowship, you cannot claim both simultaneously
  • Admission to Ph.D. must be in an ICAR-AU system-approved institute if you want to avail the fellowship after clearing the exam

Subjects Covered

You can apply under subjects like:

  • Agronomy
  • Plant Breeding
  • Soil Science
  • Horticulture
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Entomology
  • Forestry
  • Fisheries
    …and many more.

Check the official ICAR SRF Information Bulletin for subject codes and syllabus.

Final Tip:

Keep checking updates on the official portal:
:link: https://icaradmission.in/

If you’re eligible, don’t wait — start your preparation early because ICAR SRF is competitive and requires focused study!

Let me know if you want subject-wise syllabus or previous year paper links. I’d love to help! :blush:

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