The Gandhigram Rural Institute offers several programs related to rural development. It also provides specialised B.Voc courses in various areas like Organic Agriculture. The main focus of the institution is on providing qualitative education instead of providing quantitative education. Furthermore, it also focuses on sustainable practices. The research area of the institute is mainly in the various fields of agriculture, including practices involved in the agricultural technologies, maintaining its diversity of the crops and several other aspects of the courses offered by the institute. The institute has put its focus area and aim on self-reliance and upliftment of the society through community development. Furthermore, its core focus is on blending traditional knowledge with modern education.
Key Details- The Gandhigram Rural Institute
Find the key details related to the university tabulated below-
| Feature | Details |
| Name | The Gandhigram Rural Institute |
| Established | 1956 |
| Type / Category | Deemed to be University |
| Location | 7WHM+PRH, Gandhigram, Chinnalapatti, Tamil Nadu 624302 |
| Founder | G. Ramachandran |
| Chancellor | Dr. KM Annamalai |
| Approved / Recognized By | UGC, NAAC (Grade A++) |
| Popular Courses | Rural Development, Social Science, Agriculture, Engineering |
| Official Website | https://ruraluniv.ac.in/ |
Latest Updates
- 38th convocation in October 2025, where cricketer VVS Laxman received an honorary doctorate, and a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Gandhi Memorial Museum for joint projects supporting Gandhian thought, signed in September 2025
Admission Process
The admission process can be followed step by step below-
- The first step is to apply online from the official website at https://ruraluniv.ac.in/academics?content=programmes and then to appear in the entrance exams like GATE, CUET PG and so forth.
- The submission of academic transcripts and required documents will be done.
- The candidates who are shortlisted must undergo an interview and counselling.
- The selection will be based on merit and scores in the exam.
Criteria for Selection at Gandhigram Rural Institute
The criteria are mentioned below-
- The criteria for undergraduate studies are the completion of 12th grade with aggregate marks, and a bachelor’s degree for postgraduate studies.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The university offers scholarships based on-
- Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students
- Top Class Education Scheme for Students with Disabilities
- Scholarships for Adi Dravidar andf Tribal Welfare
Important Links
Find all the important links below for direct access to the latest updates.
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Prospectus | Click Here |
| Faculties | Click Here |
Important Note:
- The applicants shall ensure that they have read and understood the eligibility criteria, qualification/ other conditions, and understand the minimum required subjects of the program opted of the respective university for CUET (UG) – 2025 examination.
- NTA or the respective university will not be under any circumstances held responsible for the selection of the subjects, opted program, or eligibility criteria/ conditions.
- The applicant shall ensure to select the language, domain-specific subjects and general test as per the respective university / programme.
- You are requested to visit the respective university website and confirm the eligibility criteria and other details.
Programme(s) offered by university
| S.No. | Degree | Programme/ Course Offered | Subjects | Eligibility for the Programme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.A. | Economics | Economics/ Business Economics | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent |
| 2 | B.Com. | Cooperation | Accountancy/Business Studies | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent |
| 3 | B.Sc. | Mathematics | Mathematics | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology (or) Computer Science |
| 4 | B.Sc. | Textiles and Fashion Design | Physics (OR) Chemistry (OR) Computer Science (OR) Mathematics (OR) Biology (OR) Home Sceience | A pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Science / Home Science (academic stream) Home Science with dress designing / Tailoring/ (vocational stream) |
| 5 | B.Sc. | Computer Science | Computer Science/ Informatics Practices (OR) Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics | A pass in Higher Secondary examination or its equivalent with Mathematics (or) any Computer Science subject as one of the main subjects, in the academic stream. |
| 6 | B.Sc. | Home Science | Physics (OR) Chemistry (OR) Biology (OR) Home Science | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Science / Home Science (academic stream) / Home Science / Nursing (vocational stream) with Physics / Chemistry / Biology |
| 7 | B.Sc. | Microbiology | Biology (OR) Biological Studies (OR) Biotechnology (OR) Environmental Science | A pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent in Science stream with Biology/Botany/Zoology/Microbiology/ Bio-Chemistry as one of the subjects |
| 8 | B.Sc. | Chemistry | 1. Mathematics, 2. Physics and 3. Chemistry | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology (or) Computer Science |
| 9 | B.Sc. | Physics | 1. Mathematics, 2. Physics and 3. Chemistry | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry |
| 10 | B.Sc. | Geology | 1. Physics, and 2. Chemistry | A pass in Higher Secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Botany / Zoology / Biology/ Computer Science or any other subject. |
| 11 | B.Sc. (Hons) | Agriculture | 1. Biology, 2. Physics and 3. Chemistry | “A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with a minimum 50% marks (a pass for SC and ST) in each subject under Part III having any one of the following Groups:Group I: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology Group II: Physics, Chemistry and Biology with any one of the fourth (elective) subjects viz. Biotechnology,Microbiology, Biochemistry, Computer Science and Home Science Group II (A): Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology.” |
| 12 | B.Sc. B.Ed. (4 Year Integrated) | Physics | 1. Mathematics, 2. Physics and 3. Chemistry | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry |
| 13 | B.Sc. B.Ed. (4 Year Integrated) | Mathematics | Mathematics | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology (or) Computer Science |
| 14 | B.Sc. B.Ed. (4 Year Integrated) | Chemistry | 1. Mathematics, 2. Physics and 3. Chemistry | A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent with Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology (or) Computer Science |
| 15 | B.Tech | Civil Engineering | 1. Physics, 2. Mathematics and 3. Chemistry | A Pass in Higher Secondary 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) |
| 16 | BB.A. | Business Administration | General Test | “A Pass in Higher Secondary examinations or its equivalent and vocational stream with following subjects: Office Secretary ship, Accountancy and Auditing, Agro Based Industries, Baking and Confectionery, Food Preservation with Biology, Food Preservation, Banking Assistant with Commerce, Business Management Small Industries, Cooperative Management with Commerce, Marketing and Salesmanship, Office Secretary ship -with shorthand, Office Secretary ship with Accountancy, Accounting and Auditing, Banking Assistant with Accountancy” |
| 17 | M.A. Integrated (5 year) | Sociology | General Test | A pass in Higher Secondary Examination in any academic stream or its equivalent. |
| 18 | M.A. Integrated (5year) | Development Administration | History (OR) Polical Science (OR) Economics (OR) General Test | A pass in Higher Secondary Examination in any academic stream or its equivalent. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. Admissions are based on merit and relevant entrance exams.
Ans. Yes, through central and state government schemes.
Ans. It is located in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu.
Q4. What courses does GRI offer?
Ans. GRI offers undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs.
Ans. Yes, for SC, ST, and PwD students.
Disclaimer
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