About IRMA Anand Gujarat
Institute of Rural Management Anand is also known as IRMA, is a private institute accredited by NBA and with an A grade by the NAAC. IRMA is approved by AICTE and AIU. The institute was founded in 1979 in Anand, Gujarat, and has been ranked 54 in ''Management'' category by NIRF 2023. The college has been given ''A'' grade by TIME Best B-School 2021. The college offers PGDM (RM) and PGDM (RM-X) at PG level and FPM (RM) at the doctoral level, and MDPs courses to the students. The major highlights of IRMA Anand are tabulated below:
🏆 India''s First Rural Management Institute
Est. 1979 • A+ NAAC • NIRF #54 • 100% Placement • ₹31.16L Highest • Rural Development Pioneer
IRMA Anand Highlights 2025
| Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Establishment year | Ownership type | 1979 | Private College |
| Campus size | 60 |
| Top accreditations | A grade by NAAC, NBA |
| Recognised by | AICTE, AIU |
| Rankings (2022) | – 54 in ''Management'' category by NIRF 2023 |
| Flagship courses | PGDM (RM) |
| Number of courses | 4 |
IRMA, Anand Fees & Eligibility
| Courses | Total tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| MBA/PGDM(1 course) | 12.6 L | Graduation : 50 % Exams : XAT, CAT +1 More |
| Executive MBA/PGDM(1 course) | 9.9 L | Graduation : 50 % Exams : XAT, CAT +1 More |
*IRMA MBA ranking by India Today is 29 out of 272 colleges in India in 2023 and it was 31 out of 281 colleges in India in 2022.
*IRMA MBA ranking by The Week is 20 out of 179 colleges in India in 2022 and it was 22 out of 179 colleges in India in 2020.
*IRMA MBA ranking by NIRF is 54 out of 125 colleges in India in 2023 and it was 58 out of 125 colleges in India in 2022.
*IRMA MBA ranking by Outlook is 17 out of 200 colleges in India in 2023 and it was 20 out of 120 colleges in India in 2022.
Programs
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Rural Management)
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Rural Management)
IRMA Anand Admission Process
Step 1.1: Visit the official website (www.irma.ac.in/).
Step 1.2: Click on ''Apply Online'' and click on ''Apply Now''.
Step 1.3: Register with basic details to generate login credentials.
Step 1.4: Login and enter the required personal and academic information.
Step 1.5: Upload photograph and signature (jpg format).
Step 1.6: Pay the application fee and submit the form.
Step 2: Selection Rounds
For PGDM, candidates are shortlisted based on entrance exam scores, OWAT, PI and other components. National-level entrance exams such as CAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores and PI are considered for shortlisting candidates for Executive PGDM course. The institute accepts entrance exam scores and PI round performance for FPM aspirants.
Step 3: Merit List, Counselling & Admission Confirmation
After the completion of selection rounds, the institute releases a merit list. Candidates with their names in the merit list are called for counselling. The documents of the candidates are verified for final admission. Candidates need to pay a fee to confirm their seat in the institute.
IRMA Anand Admission Dates 2025
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
| 2 Aug ''23 - 13 Sep ''23 | CAT 2023 registration ONGOING |
| 25 Oct ''23 - 26 Nov ''23 | CAT 2023 admit card download |
| 26 Nov ''23 | CAT 2023 exam |
| 15 Jul ''23 - 30 Nov ''23 | XAT 2024 Exam registration ONGOING |
| 20 Dec ''23 | XAT 2024 admit card download |
| 7 Jan ''24 | XAT 2024 Exam |
| Feb ''24 - Mar ''24 | CMAT 2024 registration and application process TENTATIVE |
| May ''24 | CMAT 2024 result announcement |
Documents required for admission:
- Scanned photograph and signature
- Scanned and self-attested copy of category certificate (as applicable)
- Scanned graduation marksheet
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheet
- Domicile certificate
- Sports certificate
- Work related documents
Summer Internship
IRMA provides comprehensive summer internship programs with leading organizations in the rural development sector, cooperatives, NGOs, and development agencies. The institute''s strong network in rural management ensures students get practical exposure to real-world rural development challenges and opportunities.
Merit based Scholarships
Institute of Rural Management, Anand Scholarships and Funding
SC-ST and other Scholarships:
A) SC Scholarships*:
This scholarship covers the entire cost of education of SC candidates are available at IRMA. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India has allocated 4 scholarships to IRMA for SC students. The scholarship covers tuition fees, non-refundable charges, lodging and boarding expenses, the cost of books, stationery, and a personal computer.
B) ST Scholarships*:
A full scholarship is allocated for 5 ST candidates by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. The amount of the scholarship covers tuition fees, boarding, and lodging expenses, book grant, and a one-time grant for the purchase of a personal computer.
C) Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme*: The Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme, as per the AICTE rules, is available at IRMA.
*Number of scholarships and Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme are based on year-to-year sanctions/approval from the concerned authorities.
IRMA Anand Placements 2025
| Particulars | Placement Statistics (2022) | Placement Statistics (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Batch Strength | 251 | 250 |
| Total offers made | 431 | 399 |
| Total PPOs offered | 19 | 41 |
| Total students received PPOs | NA | 42 |
| Highest package | INR 26.50 LPA | INR 26.50 LPA |
| Average package | NA | INR 15.50 LPA |
| Median package | INR 15 LPA | INR 15 LPA |
| Mean package | INR 14.33 LPA | INR 15.50 LPA |
| Lowest package | INR 8 LPA | INR 8.50 LPA |
| Placement rate | NA | 100% |
| Total recruiters | NA | 49 |
Top Recruiters
IRMA Anand Location
- Address: Anand-Sojitra Road, Post Box No. 60, Anand 388 001, Gujarat, India