Post Graduate Diploma in Agri-Business Management [PGDM-ABM] From NIAM, Jaipur

Candidate must have done Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Sciences or in any other discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA [45% in case of SC/ ST/PH]. Must have a valid Score of CAT-2023 or CMAT-2024

CCS National Institute of Agricultural Management offers a Postgraduate Level Diploma program in Agri-Business Management PGDM (ABM). 

CSS NIAM Jaipur PGDM Eligibility

• The basic eligibility criteria for admission to this program is an ICAR/UGC recognized bachelor’s degree (10+2+4 pattern) in any Agricultural or allied with minimum 50% marks.
• A minimum of 45% marks is required for candidates belonging to the reserved category candidates.
• The candidates must possess a valid score in CAT or CMAT.

CSS NIAM Jaipur PGDM Selection Criteria

The selection of candidates for admission to the PGDM (ABM) program is done on a multi-stage level. Candidates are selected on the basis of the following parameters-

• CAT or CMAT rank/score
• Essay Writing
• GDPI
• Work Experience

The CAT/CMAT Score weightage will be computed as per the following formula:

Candidates shall be called for group discussion, personal interview, and another testing parameters based on CAT/CMAT Score for different categories. The final merit list will be prepared based on the following selection parameters and respective weights as given below:

Note- Diversity Factor weightage of 6% is assigned to agriculture and allied disciplines, 2% for humanities & social sciences and 0% for pure sciences and engineering disciplines Personal interview and Group Discussion may include subjects to test a candidate’s aptitude for Agriculture and Management. Candidate’s record in extracurricular activities and any additional qualifications or accomplishments may also be considered during the interview process. 

The following weightage will be assigned to the Work Experience-

Note- 0.5 marks extra shall be awarded for each year’s job experience in agriculture & allied sectors and in rural development with an upper ceiling of 5 marks in work Experience.

Diversity Factor weightage will be assigned to various academic disciplines as per the list is given below-

The final merit rank list will be based on the summation of points earned as per the above-mentioned criteria.