KIIT School of Rural Management Bhubaneswar Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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01 Apr, 2026 MAT May 2026 session registrations have started for MBA admission. Aspirants can register @mat.aima.in till May 25, for PBT Mode, and till June 8, for CBT Mode. The Exam will be held on May 31 (PBT) and on June 14 (CBT).

KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM) Admission 2026 is open. The last date to apply for KSRM is January 9th, 2026. The institute offers MBA under the discipline of Rural Management and Agribusiness Management. KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM) is affiliated with the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT)deemed to be a university that was established in 2006. KSRM Admission 2026 application forms can be filled out online by visiting the official website of the college.

  • Selection to the MBA program at KSRM is on the basis of an entrance exam, i.e. KIITEE Management/ CAT/ XAT/ CMAT followed by GD & PI. 
  • MBA aspirants must possess a UG degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks. 
  • KIIT School of Rural Management charges INR 1,500 as an application fee.
  • Direct Link to Apply for KSRM Admissions


KIIT School of Rural Management Admission Highlights 

Given below are the important highlights of KSRM Admission 2026. 

KSRM Admission 2026 Highlights
Name of the Institute KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM)
Institute Type Deemed University
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance-Based
Entrance Exam 

National: CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT

University: KIITEE Management

Popular Courses MBA (Rural Management) & MBA (Agribusiness Management)
Application Mode Online
Application Fee  INR 1,500
Counseling Level College Level

KIIT School of Rural Management Admission Dates 2026

Admission to KIIT School of Rural Management is either on the basis of the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Entrance Examination (KIITEE) Management Exam or CAT / MAT / GMAT / CMAT / XAT scores. Here are some important dates for the KIIT School of Rural Management Admission 2024. 

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KIITEE 2026 Admission Dates
Last Date to Apply/ Register January 9, 2026
 Admit Card Download  January 13, 2026
Date of Entrance Exam January 16 – January 18, 2026
 Result January 28, 2026

Through CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ MAT

Events Dates
MAT Result October 11, 2025
CAT Admit Card November 05, 2025
CAT Exam Date November 30, 2025
XAT Registration Timeline July 10, 2025 - December 05, 2025
XAT Admit card Availability December 20, 2025
XAT Exam Date January 04, 2026
Last Apply/Register Date for Admission via KIITEE Management -2026 [MBA] January 09, 2026
Admit Card Download for KIITEE Management -2026 [MBA] January 13, 2026
XAT Result January 15, 2026 (Tentative)
KIITEE Management -2026 Entrance Exam Dates for Admission [MBA] January 16, 2026 - January 18, 2026

KIIT School of Rural Management MBA Admission 2026

KIIT School of Rural Management MBA Admission 2025 is open. KSRM offers a 2-year MBA under two specializations: Rural Management and Agribusiness Management. KSRM charges INR 87,000 Per Semester and INR 91,000 Per Semester tuition fee for MBA (Rural Management) and MBA (Agribusiness Management)respectively. 

Direct Link to Apply for KSRM Admission

KIIT School of Rural Management MBA Admission 2026
Duration 2 Years
Type Full-time
Basic Eligibility Criteria Graduate with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance Score followed by GD and PI
Specializations  Rural Management and Agribusiness Management. 

KSRM MBA Eligibility Criteria 

  • Graduate in any discipline having a minimum 50% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA)
  • A valid KIITEE Management exam, CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, TISSNET, OJEE score are eligible for admission. 
  • Those who are in their final year and expect to complete all the requirements of graduation.
  • Candidates with Agriculture and Allied degrees will get preference for admission into MBA (Agribusiness Management).

Note: Candidates appearing in the final semester have to submit their degrees within the given time. For RM candidates can submit their degrees latest by September 30 and for ABM the last date is June 30.

KSRM MBA Selection Criteria

  • Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of  KIITEE Management (KIITEE) or CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/TISSNET.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for the GD and Personal Interview round.
  • The final selection will be based on-
    • Entrance exam score
    • Academic merit
    • Performance in GD & PI                                      

All the qualified candidates will be intimated for the Computer-based Online Entrance Examination KIITEE Management, to be conducted in 15 test centers across India. Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds will be conducted for shortlisted candidates of KIITEE MANAGEMENT.

KIITEE Management Exam Pattern

  • The Entrance Examination will be 150 minutes in duration.
  • All the questions will be of objective type with three marks (+3) for each correct response, minus one mark (-1) for each incorrect response & zero (0) for no response.
  • There will be a total of 150 MCQs from the following subjects:
Subject Name Number of Questions
Quantitative Aptitude 40
Analytical Reasoning 40
English 30
General Knowledge 20
Issue of Social Concern 20

Candidates who qualify for the KIITEE Management will be invited formally, to appear for the selection process for admission into the MBA Program. The following is the list of documents that would be required to be submitted by the candidates:  

  1. High School Certificate and Mark sheet.
  2. +2/HSC Certificate and Mark sheet
  3. Graduation (B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, Engineering, etc.) Certificate and Mark sheet
  4. Caste certificate, if applicable
  5. Physically challenged certificate, if applicable
  6. Sports / Extra-curricular participation certificate, if applicable
  7. College Leaving Certificate
  8. Migration Certificate
  9. Conduct Certificate
  10. Medical Report from a Registered Medical Practitioner in the prescribed format

KIIT School of Rural Management Application Process 2026

KIIT School of Rural Management Admission 2026 has started. Interested candidates can apply via online or offline mode. KSRM Admissions are done on the basis of the KIITEE Management Exam or CAT / MAT / GMAT / CMAT / XAT scores. Here is a stepwise brief information on KIIT School of Rural Management Admission.

How To Apply for KIIT School of Rural Management Admission 2026

Here are the steps to apply for KIIT School of Rural Management Admission 2026 

Online Mode

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of the institute.
  • Step 2: Click on the “Admissions” tab.
  • Step 3: Select the program.
  • Step 4: Click on Apply Online.
  • Step 5: Register using a valid mobile number.
  • Step 6: Fill up the requisite details.
  • Step 7: Pay application fees of INR 1500. 
  • Step 8: Submit the form.

KIIT School of Rural Management Admission Selection Criteria

Candidates will be selected on the basis of the following exams:

KIIT School of Rural Management Documents Required

Here is the list of documents that should be attached to the application form for the KIIT School of Rural Management Admission. 

  • High School Certificate and mark sheet.
  • +2 Certificate and Mark sheet.
  • Graduation (B.A., B. Com, B.Sc, Engineering etc.) Certificate and Mark sheet.
  • College leaving Certificate.
  • Migration Certificate
  • Conduct Certificate
  • KIITEE MGT/CMAT/MAT/CAT/XAT/GMAT/ATMA Score card
  • Caste certificate, if applicable
  • Physically handicapped certificate, if applicable
  • Identity Documents ( Aadhaar Card)

KIIT School of Rural Management Admission FAQs

Ques. Does KIIT School of Rural Management offer boarding facilities?

Ans. Yes, the institute does offer hostel accommodations, since both the MBA programs are fully residential programs, thus the students are required to stay within the campus premises. There are separate hostels for boys and girls, with all modern facilities are provided to the students. The hostels will have a provision for wireless internet connectivity besides many other amenities like a dining hall, recreation room, gymnasium and facilities for indoor games.

Ques. What documents must be attached to the application form for KIIT School of Rural Management?

Ans. The following documents must be attached to the application form of KIIT School of Rural Management. 

  • High School Certificate and mark sheet.
  • +2 / HSC Certificate and Mark sheet.
  • Graduation (B.A., B. Com, B.Sc, Engineering, etc.) Certificate and Mark sheet.
  • College leaving Certificate.
  • Migration Certificate
  • Conduct Certificate
  • KIITEE MGT/CMAT/MAT/CAT/XAT/GMAT/ATMA Scorecard
  • Caste certificate, if applicable
  • Physically handicapped certificate, if applicable

Ques. Who were the top recruiters at KSRM Placements?

Ans. The top recruiters at KSRM Placement Adani Wilmar Ltd, Agriwatch, e-Kutir, GCMMF (Amul), ITC Ltd (Agri Business Division), NAFED, National Collateral Management Services Ltd (NCML), RBL FinServe Ltd, Bandhan Bank, Bharat Financial Inclusion Ltd, Annapurna Micro Finance Pvt. Ltd, DCB Bank, ESAF Small, Finance Bank, Reliance Retail Ltd, etc.

Ques. Can one apply for both KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM) and KIIT School of Management (KSOM)?

Ans. Yes, Candidates can apply for admission to both institutes. One can apply for either MBA (RM) or MBA (ABM) or both, must pay a total fee of INR.1500. However, candidates applying for both KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM) and KIIT School of Management (KSOM) will have to pay INR. 2500 only.

Ques. What is the application fee for KIIT School of Rural Management?

Ans. KIIT School of Rural Management charges INR 1,500 as an application fee. 

Ques. What are the courses offered at KSRM?

Ans. KSRM offers a 2-year MBA under two specializations: Rural Management and Agribusiness Management.

Ques. What is the fee structure of MBA at KIIT School of Rural Management?

Ans. KSRM charges INR 87,000 Per Semester and INR 91,000 Per Semester tuition fees for MBA (Rural Management) and MBA (Agribusiness Management) respectively. 

Ques. Does KSRM accept admission on the basis of CAT?

Ans. Yes,  KSRM offers MBA on the basis of a valid score in CAT. 

Important Updates

KIIT School of Rural Management Bhubaneswar Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Date of Application for Phase-1 KIITEE 2026 [MBA/PGDM]
Ongoing
Nov 10, 2025 - Apr 08, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
MAT registration
Dec 30, 2025 - Mar 02, 2026
MAT Exam Date
Mar 01, 2026
CMAT Result
Feb 17, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Date of Application for Phase-1 KIITEE 2026 [MBA/PGDM]
Ongoing
Nov 10, 2025 - Apr 08, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
MAT registration
Dec 30, 2025 - Mar 02, 2026
MAT Exam Date
Mar 01, 2026
CMAT Result
Feb 17, 2026

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I applied for the KSRM and IIBS and I got selected in both colleges but I choose this college because the campus placements are better than IIBS and also it is very far from my place. To apply for this college you need to write cmat or kittee exam in that you have to get the desired rank which you can be shortlisted by the college and there is Group discussion and personal interview is present in that you have to qualify after that you are selected.
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All the admission procedures are available on KSRM Admission page, which i used during my admission. I applied through my MAT exam marks but the college also has its own entrance exam that is 'KIITEE' . After that I was shortlisted for GD and PI online. But it can happen both offline and online depending on your location. The form fee was Rs 1000. You can apply for both MBA(ABM) and MBA(RM), if you want.
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The admission process for MBA in Agribusiness Management at KSRM is relatively straightforward. They accept CAT, CMAT, MAT scores, in addition to conducting their own competitive exam, KIITEE Management. Following the submission of scores, candidates are shortlisted for Goup Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI), which can be conducted either online or offline both. The application form for KIITEE management is accessible on the university's official website.
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I was interested in going for Human Resource Management but somewhere I had interest to work in livelihood sector, so for exploring this sector I jumped into these college as I as I want to Explore the course as the name of course itself was Rural Management and also this college provides 3 internship which gives us experience to work as a professional
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When it comes to choosing the course i must say Agriculture is a growing sector and the market linkage is something we need to focus on. So this course mostly focusing on these aspects. And reason for choosing KIIT because it is a brand and the practical exposure in this is much more than any other Agribusiness colleges in Odisha. First of all appeared kiit entrance and or any MBA entrance is also acceptable. Then the selected candidates will appear a GD session and then personal interview. On 22nd july 2019 i had appeared GD PI .
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I found KSRM as one of the best rural management schools in eastern India. Choose this college for its quality placement and internship opportunities.
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I am passed out from KIIT School of Rural Management with an MBA, KIIT University this year (2018-20). I had chosen KSRM because I was looking for a University, which should be in top-ranked position, and KSRM is one of the best institutions in India in Rural Management education. It also has a 2-year residential MBA-Agribusiness Management Programme. MBA in Rural Management has wide scope like healthcare, livelihoods, CSR, banks, agribusiness and many more.
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I am alumni of KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM). The school is unique in many fronts, of which the important USP is its three field-based internships. These internships gave us better exposure to the rural sector and helped us to learn by doing.
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