Quick Information
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://iari.res.in/files/Information_Bulletin_30072026.pdf |
Why Indian Agricultural Research Institute stands out
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute, widely known as the Pusa Institute, is India’s premier institution for agricultural research and higher education, based on a large self-contained campus in New Delhi. Granted deemed-university status in 1958, it runs its Graduate School with an Associate Dean for International Affairs, showing how seriously it takes students from abroad.
What you can study
International admissions cover Master’s and PhD programmes across the agricultural sciences, from crop science and soil science to agricultural engineering, economics and biotechnology. Undergraduate B.Sc. and B.Tech. courses also exist at the institute, but the international students scheme itself applies to Master’s and doctoral study.
International admissions
Up to a quarter of the seats in the open scheme for Master’s and PhD programmes are set aside for international students, including overseas citizens and NRI, OCI and PIO candidates, as supernumerary places. Applications are accepted only through the Government of India’s Study in India portal, and international applicants are exempt from the national AIEEA(PG) entrance examination, attending a virtual interview instead. The full rules are in the official 2026 Information Bulletin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply as an international student?
International students include overseas citizens and candidates in the NRI, OCI and PIO categories, alongside foreign nationals. Check the eligibility conditions in the official bulletin before applying.
How do I apply?
Applications are accepted only through the Study in India portal. Follow the guidelines given on that portal and in the institute’s bulletin.
Do I need to take the ICAR entrance examination?
No. International students are exempt from the national AIEEA(PG) examination, but they must attend a virtual interview during the screening process. Selection is based on academic merit.
Will the institute pay me a fellowship?
No. The official bulletin states that international students will not be paid fellowships from IARI, so applicants should arrange their own funding or scholarship.
What about a visa?
As with all foreign students in India, you will need a student visa. Check the international guidelines in the official bulletin and arrange your visa before travelling.