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Gandhigram Rural Institute - Admission 2024, Fees, Courses, Placement, Ranking

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Updated on Mar 07, 2024 5:40PM IST

Gandhigram Rural Institute Dindigul Latest Update

March 7, 2024 5:40 PM

The registration window for CUET UG is now open for The Gandhigram Rural Institute admission to the UG courses. Candidates seeking admission can apply online till Mar 26, 2024.

February 26, 2024 1:00 PM

TANCET exam will be held on March 9, 2024, for admission to MBA and MCA courses.

February 22, 2024 2:50 PM

GATE 2024 Result will be announced on March 16, 2024.

February 20, 2024 1:53 PM

The official GATE answer key PDF will be released on Feb 21, 2024.

February 13, 2024 6:00 PM

The TNEA exam 2024 schedule notification and information booklet will be published on the official website soon. Candidates for GRI admission can check online. 

January 17, 2024 2:23 PM

GATE 2024 exam will be conducted from February 3, 2024. Candidates interested in Gandhigram Rural Institute admission can appear for the exam.

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Gandhigram Rural Institute Overview

What's New at Gandhigram Rural Institute?

As per Gandhigram Rural Institute admission 2023 notifications, the NTA has announced the CUET UG 2024 exam dates. Candidates who plan to take CUET 2024 should be aware that the exam will be held from May 15 to May 31, 2023. The tentative schedule for CUET 2024 is shown below.

Gandhigram Rural Institute Admission Dates 2023 - CUET

EventTentative Dates
Commencement of Application ProcessFebruary 9, 2024
Application Submission DeadlineMarch 30, 2024
Last date to pay the Examination Fee30 March 2024
Correction Window for Application FormApril 1 to April 3, 2024
City of Examination AnnouncementMay 8, 2024 onwards
CUET 2024 Exam DateMay 15, 2024 to May 31, 2024

Gandhigram Rural Institute Dindigul is a private institution in Tamil Nadu and was established in 1956. The institute is accredited by NAAC with an “A” grade.  Gandhigram Rural Institute courses are offered at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in various specialisations, such as chemistry, physics, microbiology, civil engineering, agriculture, computer applications, and finance. Gandhigram Rural Institute admissions to the UG programmes are determined on the basis of CUET UG, whereas admission to PG and PG diploma is based on the entrance exam conducted by the institute. The Gandhigram Rural Institute placement team has enabled students to gain employment prospects with notable companies such as Code Nation, Amazon, Adobe, Infosys, TCS, and Nokia. 

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15 Courses are offered by Gandhigram Rural Institute

Number of courses:1
Fees (Yearly):4,000 - 12,000
Exam Accepted:CUET, NTACUET, NTA
Number of courses:7
Top Companies:Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), Deloitte..Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), Deloitte, Infosys, Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)+3
Number of courses:1
Fees (Yearly):12,000
Exam Accepted:CUETCUET
Number of courses:1
Number of courses:1
Number of courses:1
Number of courses:14
Fees (Yearly):5,000 - 10,000
Number of courses:12
Fees (Yearly):5,000 - 12,500
Exam Accepted:CUET, NTACUET, NTA
Number of courses:8
Number of courses:3
Fees (Yearly):10,000 - 61,240
Number of courses:3
Fees (Yearly):3,600
Exam Accepted:GATEGATE
Number of courses:1
Top Companies:Infosys, TCS..Infosys, TCS, HCL Technologies, Wipro, Cognizant+3
Exam Accepted:NIMCETNIMCET
Number of courses:1
Top Companies:Education First, Teach for India..Education First, Teach for India, EduTech Solutions+1
Number of courses:1
Fees (Yearly):2,400 - 4,800
Exam Accepted:CBSE 12thCBSE 12th
Number of courses:3

Gandhigram Rural Institute Highlights

Establishment year | Ownership Type1956 | Private Deemed University 
AccreditationNAAC “A”
RecognitionUGC
LocationGandhigram, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu-624302
Campus FacilitiesLibrary, gymnasium, swimming pool, playing grounds
SIMATS Official websitewww.ruraluniv.ac.in
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Gandhigram Rural Institute Courses

Gandhigram Rural Institute course list includes various streams at the UG, PG, and PhD levels. Gandhigram Rural Institute offers BA, MA, B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Com, BBA, B.Tech, MCA, M.Tech, B.Ed, MBA, M.Ed, B.Voc, diploma, and PG diploma courses in various specialisations. The Gandhigram Rural Institute course fees is different for each course depending on curriculum and duration. The table below lists the Gandhigram Rural Institute fee structure for some of the courses.

Gandhigram Rural Institute Fee Structure and Course List

ProgrammeTotal Fees
B.Sc in Mathematics/Physics/ Home ScienceRs 45370
B.Sc in ChemistryRs 51370
B.Sc in Computer ScienceRs 45210
B.Sc in MicrobiologyRs 94910
B.Tech. Civil Engg.Rs 131610
B.Sc in Agri. (Hons.)Rs 263730
B.Sc in B.Ed. (Mathematics/Physics)Rs 77780
B.Sc in B.Ed. (Chemistry)Rs 83780
MA in English and Communicative StudiesRs 41090
M.Sc in MathematicsRs 40190
M.Sc in PhysicsRs 40190
M.Sc in ChemistryRs 50190
M.Tech in Renewable EnergyRs 71890
MCARs 42090
MBARs 55990


 

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Gandhigram Rural Institute Admissions

  • Gandhigram Rural Institute admissions 2023 are open now for PhD courses. 
  • Candidates seeking admission to UG courses must appear for CUET UG. 
  • Admissions to PG, PG diploma, and B.Ed courses at Gandhigram Rural Institute are based on entrance tests conducted by the institute.
  • Gandhigram Rural Institute admission to diploma and vocational courses is through counselling based on marks obtained in higher secondary or its equivalent examinations. 
  • Admission to M.Tech in Renewable Energy programme is based on GATE score or based on entrance test conducted by Gandhigram Rural Institute. For admission to courses based on entrance exams, candidates are required to pass the entrance exams and then proceed with the Gandhigram Rural Institute admission process. 

Gandhigram Rural Institute Eligibility Criteria

ProgrammeMinimum Eligibility Requirements
Skill Based Programmes (B.Voc / Diploma /Certificate)
B.Voc (Farm Equipments Operation and Maintenance


 

Candidates must have passed in higher secondary examinations or its equivalent.

B.Voc (Footwear and Accessories Design
B.Voc (Renewable Energy) 
B.Voc (Multimedia Production Technology)
B.Voc (Food Processing ) 
B.Voc (Food Testing and Quality Evaluation)
B.Voc (Dairy Production and Technology )
B.Voc (Organic Agriculture and Enterprises Development)
D.Voc (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)
D.Voc. Software Development 
Diploma in Two Wheeler Mechanism and Maintenance
Certificate in Two Wheeler TechnicianCandidates must be 10th pass or its equivalent, including NIOS.
Diploma Programmes
Diploma in Textile Technology

Candidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with mathematics, physics, and chemistry in the academic stream or textile technology in the vocational stream with the following subjects:

Textile Technology, Maintenance, and Servicing Textile Machinery

Diploma in Agriculture

Candidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with at least 50% marks in each subject under part III having any one of the following groups:

Group I: physics, mathematics, chemistry, biology 

Group II: physics, chemistry and biology with any one of the following elective subjects, biotechnology,

microbiology, biochemistry, computer science and home

science

Group II (A): physics, chemistry, botany, and zoology. 

Vocational Stream: Candidates must pass in 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with at least 50%

marks each in biology and agricultural practices and

in practical papers as well (a pass for SC and ST)

Diploma in Yoga Candidates must pass in 10+2 examinations or its equivalent
Five Year Integrated Programmes
MA in Development Administration Candidates must pass the 10+2 examination or its equivalent.
MA in Sociology
Undergraduate Programmes
B.Com (Cooperation)Candidates must pass the 10+2 examination or its equivalent.
BBA

Candidates must pass the 10+2 examination or its equivalent. and vocational stream with the following subjects:

Office Secretaryship, Agro Based Industries, Accountancy and Auditing, Baking and Confectionery, Food Preservation, Food Preservation with Biology, Business Management Small Industries, Banking Assistant with Commerce, Cooperative Management with Commerce, Marketing and Salesmanship, Office Secretary ship -with shorthand, Accounting and Auditing, Office Secretary ship with Accountancy, Banking Assistant with Accountancy

BA in EconomicsCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with chemistry, physics,  mathematics, biology or computer science
B.Sc in MathematicsCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Computer Science
B.Sc in PhysicsCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry
B.Sc in ChemistryCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics or Computer Science
B.Sc in Home ScienceCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with Science / Home Science 
B.Sc in Textiles and Fashion DesignCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with Science / Home Science (academic stream) Home Science with dress designing or tailoring/ (vocational stream)
B.Sc in Geology

Candidates must pass the 10+2 examination with chemistry, physics and mathematics / botany / zoology / biology

/ computer science or any other subject.

B.Sc in Computer ScienceCandidates must pass the 10+2 examination or its equivalent with mathematics or computer science 
B.Sc in MicrobiologyCandidates must pass the 10+2 examinations or its equivalent in science stream with Biology, Zoology, botany, Microbiology or Biochemistry as one of the subjects
Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

PG Diploma in Spatial

Technologies

Candidates must pass in UG degree in Sciences , Engineering and Technology disciplines

PG Diploma in Applied

Gerontology

Candidates must pass in any UG degree

PG Diploma in Sanitary

Inspector’s Course

Candidates must pass in B.Sc in Chemistry 
PG Diploma in EpigraphyCandidates must pass in MATamil, MAHistory, MASanskrit or MAIndian Culture
PG Diploma in YogaCandidates must pass in any UG degree.

PG Diploma in Sustainable

Social Development

Candidates must pass in any UG degree.
Postgraduate Programmes
MA in Tamil and Indian LiteratureCandidates must pass in B A Tamil or B Lit Tamil with atleast 50% marks
MA in HindiCandidates must pass B.A. Hindi or any UG degree with Part-I Hindi/ Visharad
MA in English and Communicative StudiesCandidates must pass B.A. English
MA in Rural Development StudiesCandidates must pass in any UG degree in Rural Development, Social Sciences or Humanities
MA in Gandhian Studies and Peace ScienceCandidates must have a UG Degree
MA in EconomicsCandidates must have a UG degree
M.Com in Cooperative ManagementCandidates must pass in B.Com./BBA/B.Com. (Cooperation) / B.A. Corporate Secretaryship / Cooperation / Rural Economics/Business Economics / B.Sc in Agriculture with a minimum of 55% 
M.Sc in MathematicsCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics
M.Sc in PhysicsCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Physics with Mathematics as one of the allied subjects
M.Sc in ChemistryCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Chemistry with Physics and Mathematics, Botany, Zoology as allied subjects
M.Sc in Food Science and NutritionCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Home Science, B Sc Food Science and Nutrition, B.Sc in Food Service Management and Dietetics or Allied subjects in Food Science and Nutrition
M.Sc in Home Science Extension and CommunicationCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Home Science / Allied branches of specialisation in Home Science
M.Sc in Textiles and Fashion DesignCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Textiles and Fashion Design,  Apparel Design, Costume and Fashion Design or Fashion Designing and other relevant fields of specialisation or B.Sc in Home Science 
M.Sc in BotanyCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Botany, Plant Biotechnology,  Plant Biology or allied branches of Plant Sciences
M.Sc in ZoologyCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Zoology
M.Sc in MicrobiologyCandidates must pass in B.Sc in degree with Microbiology, Zoology, Biology, Botany, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Bio- Technology, Dairy Science, Food Technology, Food Science or Medical Lab Technology and allied fields of Biological Sciences.
M.Sc in Applied Geology and GeomaticsCandidates must pass in B.Sc in Geology / Applied Geology or its equivalent.
M.Sc in GeoinformaticsCandidates must pass in UG degree in Sciences, Engineering and Technology streams
Professional Courses (AICTE/UGC/NCTE Approved and ICAR pattern)
B.Tech in Civil Engineering Candidates must pass in 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with a minimum 45% marks taken together in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (40% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST)
B.Tech in Civil Engineering (Lateral Entry)Candidates must pass in the Diploma in Civil Engineering with atleast 45% marks or candidates must pass in B.Sc degree with a minimum of 45% marks, with mathematics as one of the subjects in 10+2
M.Tech. Renewable EnergyCandidates must have B.E./B.Tech in/AMIE or PG Science with Diploma/Post Diploma in Renewable Energy with a minimum of 55% marks 
B.Sc in Agriculture (Hons)Candidates must pass in 10+2 examinations or its equivalent with atleast 50% marks 
MCACandidates must pass in UG Degree with a minimum of 50% marks 
MBACandidates must pass in any UG degree in Arts, Humanities, Science, Agriculture, Engineering and Technology with atleast 50% marks
B.Sc.B.EdCandidates must pass with a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 or its equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
B.EdCandidates must pass with at least 50% marks in their UG/PG degree 
M.Ed

Candidates must have obtained a minimum of 50% marks or any of the following programmes:

1. B.Ed. 2. B.A. B.Ed./ B.Sc.B.Ed. 3. B.El.Ed. 4. D.El.Ed.

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Gandhigram Rural Institute Scholarships

  • Central Sector Scholarship: Eligible students of SC, ST, OBC, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are offered the Central Sector Scholarship (post matric) through the respective State Government.
  • Exemption of Tuition Fees: Eligible SC/ST/SCC students and Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) have to submit prescribed application forms during admission along with the required documents to be exempted from paying the tuition fees.
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Gandhigram Rural Institute Placements

According to the Gandhigram Rural Institute placement records of 2021, a total of 164 students, consisting of UG and PG students, were placed. The median salary of the placed students ranged from Rs 1.56 LPA to Rs 4.8 LPA. The Gandhigram Rural Institute placement data of 2021 is tabulated below. 

Gandhigram Rural Institute Placement Data 2021

ProgrammeNo. of students placedMedian salary offered
UG (3 Years Programme)68Rs 1.56 LPA
UG (4 Years Programme)13Rs 4.8 LPA
PG (1 Year Programme)6Rs 2.16 LPA
PG (2 Years Programme)56Rs 2.04 LPA
PG (3 Years Programme)17Rs 3.2 LPA
PG-Integrated (5 Years Programme)4Rs 2.6 LPA
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Gandhigram Rural Institute Campus Facilities and Infrastructure

Gandhigram Rural Institute facilities include Wi-Fi, classrooms, laboratories, drawing hall, workshop, a library, a conference room, an auditorium, an open theatre, hostels, canteen, stationery store, medical assistance, transportation, student activity centre and 24-hour medical centre.

  • Hostel: There are separate hostels for working women as well as for boys and girls. The hostels have dining, entertainment, indoor games, and internet access. To meet the needs of the inmates staying in these hostels, common amenities such as health centres, gyms, fitness centres, and cooperative stores are located nearby. 
  • Library: Gandhigram Rural Institute Library was founded in 1956. It relocated to its current location in 1987, with over 1.79 lakh books and 284 printed Indian journals in a separate journal section.
  • Computer Centre: The Computer Centre, which was established in 1989, serves as the institute's central hub for ICT-related services.
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Gandhigram Rural Institute Hostel Details

Hostel Type Number of Hostels Intake Capacity Student Residing
Boys 1 325 350
Girls 1 300 310
Others 1 50 50
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Gandhigram Rural Institute Reviews

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Experience of my college
By Praveenkumar
Feb 25, 2024 0:20:06
3.5

Overall: It's best one of the university , it's many type of course will be available in this college.every professers must teaching accuracy and depth it's allowed allowed categories of course.

Placement: This college placement will be never did not arranged placement. Your own skills and learn you search job,that college doesn't arrange a placement for every department.

Infrastructure: It's best surrounding looks , everything looks a nature places the college created one of the history of created this college,good whether and and mind resist is comfortable at the college surrounding environment.

Hostel: It's the pure vegetarian of food provide,but it takes for very tasty.every students will be clean our own room daily it's a strictly prohibited condition and monthly one time for festival food.

Infrastructure
4.5
Hostel
4.5
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Ma new world where I am enjoying nature and education.
By Juval Jipson
Feb 12, 2024 10:24:43
5

Overall: My university,Gandhigram Rural Institute,located at the plains of Sirumalai in the peaceful village Gandhigram.The streets where mahatma stepped.All the natural,green and peaceful wind of GRI is always infectious...sweetly infectious.The infrastructure the compound has a whole world...let me say so.. Not only the compound,the faculties,the students all are very helpful and lovely.Here more like studies itself, sports and other extra curricular activities are focused well.Many clubs are available we can choose accordingly.The splendid library is a very crucial part of the university.it has many collection of books ,computer lab inside and a self service digital system.The health center,the big exam hall, the large ground,multipurpose hall and many departments...every thing is so attractive.The beauty of nature is well maintained and the focus on studies in every department is important to this university..I am enjoying my university very well...and welcoming all..happy to enjoy together

Placement: Placements are always for the excellent ones.one who is best is always encouraged.but not much placementd are available here but we will not regret about studying here.I am satisfied.

Infrastructure: The economic friendly campus I had ever seen...soo cool and clean and tidy always....the building are new and old but they are all maiking the interest in studies more calm..

Faculty: As I was not a native they provided me english classes too for my convenience.I am so grateful to them.they always encouraged students very happly.the teachers also provided good guidance and materials needed for us.

Hostel: Hostel room was having 7 members including my classmates but I was very happy to live with them..the food was very traditional and tasty.moreover the safety they are providing is very very important.

Infrastructure
4
Hostel
4
Faculty
5
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Related Questions

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Shikha Kumari, Student / Alumni

-Answered on May-23-2023
Gandhigram Rural Institute does not offer B.Sc Forensic course. Meanwhile, you can also check other B.Sc specializations offered by the institute which include B.Sc. Mathematics, B.Sc. Physics, B.Sc. Chemistry, B.Sc. Home Science, B.Sc. Textiles and Fashion Design, B.Sc. Geology, B.Sc. Computer Science, B.Sc. Micro Biology. For admission to B.Sc courses at GRI, you need to pass 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as main subjects.
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Shikha Kumari, Student / Alumni

-Answered on May-23-2023
There is no B.Sc Forensic course offered by the Gandhigram Rural Institute. However, there are other specializations in B.Sc offered by the institute including B.Sc. Mathematics, B.Sc. Physics, B.Sc. Chemistry, B.Sc. Home Science, B.Sc. Textiles and Fashion Design, B.Sc. Geology, B.Sc. Computer Science, B.Sc. Micro Biology. The courses are of 3 years duration. The minimum eligibility for admission is to pass 10+2 with PCM/PCB.
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Cyril Titus Zachariah, CollegeDekho Expert

-Answered on July-24-2020

Dear Student,

Yes, you can pursue courses such as B.Voc in Food Testing and Quality Evaluation at Gandhigram Rural Institute Dindigul, if you wish to. 

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FAQs about Gandhigram Rural Institute

When was GRI, Dindigul established?

GRI, Dindigul was established in the year 1956.

Is B.Sc B.Ed offered at GRI, Dindigul?

B.Sc B.Ed is a four-year-long integrated course that is offered at GRI, Dindigul.

In which mode is the application process at GRI, Dindigul conducted?

The application process of GRI Dindigul is held through an online mode. The application fee for GRI Admission in UG programme is Rs.600 and the PG programme is Rs. 650.

Does GRI, Dindigul provide hostel facilities?

Yes, GRI, Dindigul offers separate hostel facilities to male and female students.

What are the flagship courses offered at GRI, Dindigul?

The flagship courses offered at GRI, Dindigul are B.Tech, B.Ed, M.Tech, M.Ed etc.

What documents are required for admission at GRI, Dindigul?

The documents required for admission at GRI, Dindigul are the Transfer Certificate, Category Certificate, Income certificate, High school Marksheets and Passing Certificate, Admission Test Admit Card/ Scorecard, Intermediate Marksheets and passing Certificate.

Does GRI, Dindigul offer scholarships to students?

Yes, GRI, Dindigul offers scholarships to meritorious students of UG and PG courses based on the marks acquired in the respective qualifying exam.

How are students shortlisted for admission at GRI, Dindigul?

Students are shortlisted for UG admission at GRI, Dindigul through counselling as per the marks scored in the Higher Secondary or its equivalent examinations. For B.ed/ PG/ PG Diploma courses, candidates have to appear for an online entrance exam conducted by the institute.

Does GRI, Dindigul have sports facilities?

Yes, GRI, Dindigul offers both indoor and outdoor sports facilities to students including the playground and equipment for activities like Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Volleyball, Football, Carrom etc.

Does GRI, Dindigul offer campus placement opportunities to students?

GRI, Dindigul organises campus placement through its placement bureau. It invites top recruiters from all across the nation to hire the most deserving students.

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Gandhigram Rural Institute Contact Number, Address & Location Map, Dindigul

  • 04512452305
  • grucc@ruraluniv.ac.in
  • http://www.ruraluniv.ac.in/
  • The Gandhigram Rural Institute - Deemed University, Gandhigram - 624 302, Dindigul District, TAMIL NADU

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