The Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) has announced the admission process for its prestigious Post Graduation Diploma in Rural Management (PGDRM) program for the academic year 2025-27. The Last date for apply for this application is December 26, 2024. This is 2 -year program and it is design to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become effective leaders in rural management. The Selection will be based on Shortlisting, IWAT and Interview. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for this application from the official website and also apply link is given in below information.
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Important Date
| Registration Process | Ongoing |
| Last Date for Apply | December 26, 2024 |
| Official Website | https://www.irma.ac.in/ |
About PG Diploma in Rural Management Program 2025- 27
- A Premier 2-year full-tie residential programme in Rural Management.
- 104 Scholarships worth over Rs. 4 Crores were awarded in the academic year 2023-24.
- Exceptional placements: Highest Rs. 31.16 lakhs p.a., Median Rs. 15.00 lakhs p.a. for the PGDM (RM) 2022-24 batch.
- More than 5000 alumni driving transformative change worldwide.
- Enhanced opportunities for candidates sponsored by development organisations.
About Programme in Management (Rural Management) 2025
- A full-time interdisciplinary doctoral level programme in Rural Management.
- Outstanding Career Prospects in academia, research, and Consulting.
- The top five participants receive fellowships: Rs. 35, 000/- per month and Rs. 45,000/- per month (post defence).
- Additional financial support for teaching, research, fieldwork, and conference participation.
Educational Qualifications for PG Diploma Rural Management course 2024
- Graduation degree in any discipline with of 15 years of education and 50% or above.
- 45% marks or above for SC/ST/ OBC(NC)/ General (EWS)/ PWD or equivalent CGPA.
- Final year of the bachelor’s degree may also apply.
- There is no management quota for admission to PGDM (RM) at IRMA.
Eligibility For Sponsored Candidates
- Graduation degree in any discipline.
- Full-time work experience of at least 3 years at the executive or managerial level, post-graduation, as of September 30, 2024.
Application Fee For IRMA PGDRM Admissions 2025-27
| Category | Application Fee |
| General, General (EWS) & OBC | Rs. 2,000/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Rs. 1, 000/- |
| BPL Category Candidates | Fee Exempted |
IRMA PGDRM Admissions 2025-27: Selection Process
- Stage – I: Shortlisting
- Stage-II (Interview and Written Ability Test)
- Written Ability Test (IWAT)
Stage I
Shortlisting will be based on CAT 2024/XAT 2025/ CMAT 2024 Scores and shortlist decision through email/ SMS to their registered email address and mobile number.
Stage II
The Stage II of IRMA admission process consists of IRMA Written Ability Test and Interview. Candidate will need to write about 200/300 words on given topic for qualifying IWAT test and personal Interview will be based on their managerial abilities, communication skill, and suitability for the Institute’s Program. Both Interview and IWAT will be held in same day.
Final Selection for IRMA PGDRM Admissions 2025-27
| Parameter | Qualifying percentage |
| CAT 2024/XAT 2025/ CMAT 2024 Percentiles | 35% |
| Personal Interview | 35% |
| IRMA Written Ability Test | 5% |
| Academic Performance | 5% (10th class – 1.5%, 12th – 1.5% and Graduation – 2%) |
| Gender Diversity | 3.5% |
| Reginal Diversity | 5% |
| Sports Diversity / Extra- Curricular Activity | 1.5% |
| Academic Diversity | 2% |
| Academic Pedigree | 3% |
| Work Experience | 5% |
Interview Centres
| Interview will be held in given Interview Centres. | |
| Anand | Guwahati |
| Bangalore | Hyderabad |
| Bhopal | Jaipur |
| Bhubaneshwar | Kolkata |
| Chandigarh | Lucknow |
| Chennai | Mumbai |
| Delhi | Patna |
| Pune | |
FAQs
The last date for applying is December 26, 2024.
IRMA will admit students based on their performance in the CAT/XAT/GMAT exam, IWAT test and personal interview.
Yes, IRMA offers various scholarships and financial assistance to deserving candidates.
Yes, there are fee exempted for BPL Category candidates.
Candidates can pursue careers in rural development organizations, NGOs, government agencies, and private sector companies.