Vidya School of Business Meerut MBA Rural Management: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MBA in Rural Management at Vidya School of Business, Meerut, is INR 1,33,000 excluding hostel charges. The college is affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow, and fees are regulated accordingly. Optional hostel accommodation is available at up to INR 77,000 per year for both male and female students. Candidates should verify the current fee structure at the time of admission as revisions may apply in subsequent years.

Ans. Vidya School of Business accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, and CMAT scores for shortlisting candidates for the MBA in Rural Management. After shortlisting based on entrance exam score, candidates are called for Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the institute. Final selection is based on a composite score of entrance exam performance, GD, and PI. CAT 2026 registration is currently open until September 15, 2026.

Ans. Graduates of MBA Rural Management can pursue careers in agribusiness firms, cooperative societies, rural development banks, microfinance institutions, and government rural development programmes. Roles such as Rural Development Manager, Agribusiness Analyst, Cooperative Officer, and Field Programme Manager are typical pathways. Central and state government rural scheme recruitment, NGOs, and social enterprises also actively seek MBA Rural Management graduates.

Ans. Yes, Vidya School of Business, Meerut, is approved by AICTE and affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. The MBA degree awarded by AKTU through Vidya School of Business is recognised for employment, higher education, and government examination purposes across India. Students receive an AKTU-accredited MBA degree on successful completion of the two-year programme.

Ans. Yes. MBA students at Vidya School of Business who are domiciled in Uttar Pradesh and belong to SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories with family income below the prescribed limit can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship via scholarship.up.gov.in. SC/ST and Minority students from all states can additionally apply for the NSP PM-USP Yojana through scholarships.gov.in. Eligible students must apply within the annual deadline for each scheme.