IRMA Anand: Eligibility Criteria & Selection Process

Anand, Gujarat

Shrishti SharmaUpdated on : Oct 27 2023 16:47 IST

IRMA Anand (Institute of Rural Management Anand) presents a wide array of educational programs tailored to meet the requirements of eager learners and professionals. These educational offerings establish a robust footing in rural management and development, furnishing individuals with the competencies and insights essential for effecting positive change in rural regions. IRMA Anand extends its prominent PGDM (RM) course, in addition to providing FPM (RM) and PGDM (RM-X) programs.

Course	Duration	Fees
PGDM-RM	2 years	INR 16,75,000
PGDM (RM-X)	15 months	—-
FPM	4 years	—-

IRMA Anand Admissions 2024: Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process

IRMA provides a range of specialised programs:

PGDM(RM): A two-year fully residential program preparing young managers for leadership roles in rural cooperatives and development organisations.
PGDM(RM-X): A 15-month full-time residential program tailored for working executives, approved by AICTE, aimed at career advancement in functional areas like finance, marketing, and human resources.
FPM(RM): A doctoral-level program approved by AICTE, ideal for individuals aspiring to delve deep into rural management research and pursue roles in research, teaching, or specialised positions within higher education, research, and development organisations.

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Process
PGDM-RM	Graduates from any discipline with a minimum of 15 years of education. Minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC (NC)/General (EWS)/PwD), or equivalent CGPA at the graduation level. Aggregate marks calculated according to the university/institution's practice. If not available, IRMA will calculate it as (Obtained CGPA / Maximum CGPA) * 100.	Admission Process: Shortlisting based on CAT, XAT, or CMAT scores. Stage II: Online Written Ability Test (OWAT) and Personal Interview (PI). Online Written Ability Test (OWAT): Candidates write 200-300 words on a given topic. Assesses rural aptitude and written communication skills. Personal Interview (PI): Evaluation of managerial abilities, communication skills, and suitability for the program.
PGDM RM-X	Graduates from any discipline with a minimum of 15 years of education. Minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC (NC)/General (EWS)/PwD), or equivalent CGPA at the graduation level. Minimum of a 5-year full time work experience post qualification.	Selection is based on admission test score (CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT), exotic careers, Personal Interviews, and extra curricular activities pursued in the past.
FPM	Candidates with a postgraduate or post graduate equivalent degree/diploma from a recognised institution can apply. A minimum first-class marks or equivalent grade is required, with a relaxation of 5% for SC/ST/OBC-NC/PwD candidates.	The selection procedure for IRMA's FPM (RM) program considers qualifying exams such as CAT, GMAT/GRE, UGC-JRF/NET, CSIR-JRF/NET, ICAR-SRF, ICAR/ASRB-NET, GATE, XAT, and CMAT (2022) with scores obtained from January 01, 2019, onwards. These scores are valid for five years prior to the application deadline. Applicants are also required to submit a preliminary research proposal of approximately 5000 words, addressing the research topic, its significance, objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the available courses at IRMA Anand?

IRMA offers PGDM-RM, PGDM (RM-X), and FPM programs for individuals interested in rural management and development.

What is the duration and fee structure for the PGDM-RM programme?

The PGDM-RM program is a two-year course with a fee of INR 16,75,000.

What is the eligibility criteria for PGDM-RM?

Graduates from any discipline with a minimum of 15 years of education are eligible, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for specific categories) at the graduation level.

What is the admission process for PGDM-RM?

The admission process involves shortlisting based on CAT, XAT, or CMAT scores, followed by an Online Written Ability Test (OWAT) and a Personal Interview (PI).

What is the unique feature of the PGDM (RM-X) program?

PGDM (RM-X) is a 15-month full-time residential program tailored for working executives and is designed to advance their careers in functional areas like finance, marketing, and human resources.

What is the eligibility criteria for PGDM (RM-X)?

Graduates from any discipline with a minimum of 15 years of education and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks are eligible. Additionally, a minimum of 5 years of full-time work experience post-qualification is required.

How is the selection for PGDM (RM-X) conducted?

Selection is based on admission test scores (CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT), professional experience, Personal Interviews, and extracurricular activities pursued in the past.

What is the eligibility criteria for the FPM programme at IRMA?

Candidates with a postgraduate or equivalent degree/diploma from a recognised institution can apply. A minimum first-class marks or equivalent grade is required, with a relaxation of 5% for specific categories.

What are the qualifying exams considered for the FPM programme?

Qualifying exams considered include CAT, GMAT/GRE, UGC-JRF/NET, CSIR-JRF/NET, ICAR-SRF, ICAR/ASRB-NET, GATE, XAT, and CMAT (2022), with scores obtained from January 01, 2019, onwards.

What is the research proposal requirement for the FPM programme?

Applicants are required to submit a preliminary research proposal of approximately 5000 words, addressing the research topic, its relevance, objectives, methodology, and expected results as part of the application process.