National Institute of Rural Development organizes PGDRDM Entrance Exam annually so as to screen students for admission into Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development Management program being offered at the institute. There are a total of 60 seats for this program per year. For aspirants who will clear this test, there will be a group discussion section as well as a face to face interview before short listing for admission.

Structure of National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam

The exam comprises of two papers. The first paper will consist of 3 sections including Verbal ability, Analytical ability and also quantitative ability. There will be 30 questions of 30 marks each in the first section. The second and third section consists of 35 questions of 35 marks each. The first paper will be of objective type with multiple choices. The second paper is a written test. 6 current topics will be given and they have to write essay on any of that topics for 300 words.

Syllabus of National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam

• Verbal Reasoning
• Quantitative Aptitude
• Analytical competency
• English Language

Eligibility Criteria

Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University is the basic qualification for applying for this entrance test. Students who are currently in the final year of the qualifying exam and who expect to complete the course within the mentioned time can also apply for this test. Indian aspirants can apply for this exam. The international in service aspirants who will be sponsored by regional development organizations which are mentioned in the brochure can also apply for this test.

How to Apply?

The prospectus and also the application forms can be obtained from the office of the Admission Coordinator, Centre for Post Graduate Studies (CPGS), NIRD, and Hyderabad without any payment. Application forms will be distributed at NIRD – NERC office at Guwahati, Khanapara and also at the Eastern Regional Centre of NIRD at Patna and NIRD centre at Jaipur.  The addresses of these particular centers can be accessed from the website or via the email:  [email protected]. The application form should be send to the Admissions Coordinator, Centre for Post Graduate Studies (CPGS), National Institute of Rural Development, Rajendranagar,  Hyderabad-500 030. An application fee of Rs.1200 (Rs.600/- for SC/ST and PWD candidates) should be send along with this form.

How to fill the Form?

The form should be filled with great care without making any mistakes, especially the important details that are mandatory to attend the exam. Name of the aspirants should be entered in capital letters. Other personal details including contact details and also date of birth should be entered in correct places. Qualification details required to attend this exam should be entered very carefully. Photographs and also signature of the aspirants should be placed in the exact blocks. The application form should be send at the right time so that it reaches the exact destination on or before the date mentioned in the brochure.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Last date for receiving filled in Application forms at NIRD, Hyderabad- last 2nd week of December, 2011

Last date for receiving filled in Application forms at NIRD, Hyderabad from the North – Eastern States- last week of December, 2011

Entrance Test Date for all Indian applicants- February 1st week, 2012

List of National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam Centers

• Jammu
• Guwahati
• Jaipur
• Kanpur
• Ahmedabad
• Bengaluru
• Ranchi
• Bhopal
• Lucknow
• Bhubaneshwar
• Chandigarh
• Hyderabad
• Chennai
• Mumbai
• Siliguri
• Patna
• Srinagar
• Thiruvananthapuram
• Udaipur
• New Delhi
• Kolkata
• Pune
• Raipur
• Nagpur

Contact Address for National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam

• Address: Programme Director, National Institute of Rural Development, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 500 030
• Tele fax: 91-040-24008522
• Email id: [email protected]

Colleges Accepting National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam Score

National Institute of Rural Development

Reference Books for National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam

• The Pearson guide to quantitative aptitude for MBA entrance examinations by Dinesh katthar
• Verbal Ability and reading comprehension for cat and other MBA entrance examination by T I M E
• MBA entrance exam guide by Abdul Hassan
• Quantitative aptitude for CAT and other MBA entrance examination by T I M E
• Mathematics for MBA exam by Aggarwal
• Calculus with Analytic Geometry by Dale E Varberg
• Quantitative aptitude for MBA entrance examination by Guha
• The Pearson guide to quantitative aptitude for MBA entrance examinations by Edgar Thorpe
• MBA entrance guide by Career launcher
• Data interpretation for MBA entrance by Jaiswal

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Study Plan

There should be a proper plan for preparation of this exam. The plan should be set up a few months prior to this test. The plan should contain even the minute details concerning the preparation. Tougher portions have to be given proper care while preparing for this test. Previous year question papers can be referred so as to get details concerning the pattern of the exam as well as the repeated and important questions. Standard text books must be referred at the exam preparation time so as to get relevant information. Good coaching centers can also be approached so as to get sufficient support for competing with other candidates. Maximum time should be spent for revision of the already covered portions. Proper care should be given for time management as well.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The results of National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam will be notified in the official website of this institute.

Score Validity

The validity of National Institute of Rural Development PGDRDM Entrance Exam score is for 1 year.