M.A. in Rural Development Studies 

at The Gandhigram Rural Institute, Tamil Nadu - Other

Gandhigram University accepts Common University Entrance Test (CUET PG) scores for admission to its MBA programme. The admission criteria for the course depend on the marks secured in the UG degree. The selection process for MBA programme is based on the CUET PG exam.

To get admission in Master of Science (MSc) programme, candidates must have passed graduation and appear for CUET- PG exam. Selection will be done the basis of CUET score. Admission will be given after the verification of the original certificates. Candidates admitted to PG programmes must submit the consolidated statement of score/ performance record of the qualifying exam. 

Gandhigram University offers a four-year BTech Civil Engineering programme. Gandhigram University BTech admission 2024 is based on scores obtained by candidates in the CUET.

The Gandhigram Rural Institute's placements is good in terms of ROI. But when compared with the Alagappa University, Alagappa's placement is better than the Gandhigram Rural Institute because of their infrastructure and alumini networks. The Gandhigram Rural Institute has a moderate placement percentage, with 50% to 60% of students getting placement every year. On the other hand, Alagappa university's placement statistics indicate that 30-40% of students were placed in various courses, with the highest package ranging from INR 10-12 lakhs and the average package varying.

The Gandhigram Rural Institute – Deemed University has separate hostels for both girls and boys. The hostels are provided with facilities for entertainment, dining, in-door games and internet browsing. The common amenities in hostels include health centres, fitness centre, gym, and cooperative stores that are located close to the hostels. The university tries to provide comfortable stay to students. 

The total seat intake for the BSc programme offered at Gandhigram Rural Institute across various specialisations is 310. Admission to the BSc programme will be made subject to the reservation policy of the Government of India/ UGC Norms.

The Gandhigram Rural Institute has not released the 2023 placement statistics. However, according to the NIRF report 2023, 173 UG students were placed during placements in 2022. The median package offered to UG (four-year) students stood at INR 2.4 LPA.

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

The Gandhigram Rural Institute has not released the 2023 placement statistics yet. However, according to the NIRF report 2023, 173 UG programme students were placed during placements in 2022. The median package offered to UG (three-year) students stood at INR 1.8 LPA.

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Yes, admissions are open at the Gandhigram Rural Institute for the students to apply for the Common University Entrance Test examination. Based on the basics of their cutoffs, there will be counselling for the selected candidates, and on the basis of this counselling, the admission process will be held.

The Gandhigram Rural Institute offers online application for admission through their website.For offline, Students can might talk to the college officials through their website.