ICAR IARI Assistant Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Updated: Syllabus
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) under ICAR holds an objective preliminary written exam for its Assistant posts. The paper has four sections of 25 questions and 50 marks each: General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension, for 200 marks in 120 minutes. This pattern is based on the 2022 notification; check the latest official notification for any change in pattern.
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
ICAR IARI Assistant Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 50 | 120 Minutes (whole paper) |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 | 120 Minutes (whole paper) |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 | 120 Minutes (whole paper) |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 | 120 Minutes (whole paper) |
| Total | 100 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Mode of Selection
- Preliminary Written Examination
Important Links
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Detailed Syllabus
Note on This Syllabus
Based on the 2022 notification for the IARI Assistant post; check the latest official notification for any change in pattern. The preliminary stage is an objective written exam with four equally weighted sections.
General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
Both verbal and non-verbal questions are asked, on topics such as:
- Analogies
- Similarities and differences
- Space visualisation and spatial orientation
- Problem solving, analysis, judgement and decision making
- Visual memory, discrimination and observation
- Relationship concepts
- Arithmetical reasoning and figural classification
- Arithmetic number series and non-verbal series
- Coding and decoding
- Statement and conclusion
- Syllogistic reasoning
General Awareness (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
- Awareness of the candidate's surroundings and how that knowledge applies to society
Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
This section checks the correct use of numbers and number sense through:
- Computation of whole numbers, decimals and fractions
- Relationships between numbers
- Percentage
- Ratio and proportion
- Square roots
- Averages
- Interest
- Profit and loss, discount
- Partnership business
- Mixture and alligation
- Time and distance
- Time and work
- Basic algebra
English Comprehension (25 Questions, 50 Marks)
- Understanding of correct English
- Basic comprehension
- Writing ability
Marking Scheme
- 100 questions for 200 marks, 50 marks per section.
- 120 minutes for all candidates.
- One-third of a question's marks is deducted for every wrong answer.
Preparation Pointers
- The four sections carry equal weight, so a weak section can pull the overall score down noticeably.
- With a one-third penalty on wrong answers, avoid blind guessing, especially in calculation-heavy Quantitative Aptitude questions.
- The reasoning section includes statement-conclusion and syllogism questions in addition to the usual series and coding topics.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are in the ICAR IARI Assistant preliminary exam?
The preliminary exam has 100 multiple-choice questions, 25 in each of the four subjects.
What is the total mark and duration of the IARI Assistant prelims?
The paper carries 200 marks and lasts 120 minutes for all candidates.
Which subjects are in the ICAR Assistant syllabus?
The four subjects are General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Comprehension, each worth 50 marks.
Is there negative marking in the ICAR IARI Assistant exam?
Yes. One-third of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer, as per the 2022 pattern.
Is the ICAR Assistant preliminary exam objective?
Yes. It is an objective written exam with multiple-choice questions.
Note: Candidates are requested to read the official notification carefully (last date, age limit, eligibility) before filling the form. SarkariPoint is not responsible for any errors in the information above.