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Amount (INR)

Total Fees

INR 1,95,500

AIMS Pune MBA Rural Agribusiness Management Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	November 29, 2026
XAT Registration Closes	December 6, 2026
XAT Exam	January 3, 2027
CMAT Registration Closes	November 24, 2026 (Tentative)
CMAT Exam	January 24, 2027 (Tentative)
MAH-MBA-CET Registration Closes	February 2027 (Tentative)
MAH-MBA-CET Exam	April 2027 (Tentative)
DTE Maharashtra CAP Round Registration	May 2027 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	July 2027 (Tentative)

Admissions are primarily processed through DTE Maharashtra centralised CAP rounds for all MBA specialisations.

Candidates must appear for at least one accepted entrance exam before registering on the DTE portal.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates as per DTE norms).

Valid score in at least one of CAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT, or MAH-MBA-CET for the current admission cycle.

There is no age limit. Final selection is through DTE Maharashtra CAP merit list followed by institute-level group discussion and personal interview at AIMS Pune.

Admission Process

Submit and verify documents on the DTE portal including graduation marksheets and entrance scorecard.

Fill college and course preference form, selecting AIMS Pune and the Rural and Agribusiness Management specialisation.

Receive seat allotment through DTE CAP rounds based on merit rank and preference order.

Report to AIMS Pune with original documents for GD, PI, and seat confirmation within the stipulated deadline.

✓ Opt for this if

You want to build a career in agriculture, agri-input, or rural markets.
You seek an affordable SPPU-affiliated MBA in Pune district at low cost.
You are a Maharashtra domicile using the DTE CAP centralised route.
You come from an agricultural or rural development background and want to formalise it.

✗ Skip if

You are targeting corporate finance, consulting, or technology roles.
You need strong placement records with top metro-based corporates.
On-campus hostel accommodation is essential for you.

AIMS Pune MBA Rural Agribusiness Management Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS)	Full tuition fee waiver	Top merit rank holders in MAH-MBA-CET, as per DTE Maharashtra norms
Government of Maharashtra EBC Freeship	Full fee waiver	Economically backward candidates with family income up to INR 8 lakh per annum
Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/VJ/NT students domiciled in Maharashtra
National Scholarship Portal Scholarships	As per central government norms	SC/ST/Minority/OBC-NCL students across India

TFWS seats must be selected during DTE Maharashtra CAP option form entry.

Government freeship and post-matric scholarships require separate applications on the respective portals after admission.

AIMS Pune MBA Rural Agribusiness Management FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA Rural and Agribusiness Management at AIMS Pune?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MBA in Rural and Agribusiness Management at AIMS Pune is INR 1,95,500 for the complete programme. The fee covers the full 4-semester duration. Eligible students can avail of the DTE Maharashtra TFWS full tuition waiver or government freeship and post-matric scholarship schemes. No hostel is available on campus.

Ques. What career paths does MBA Rural and Agribusiness Management lead to?

Ans. Graduates of MBA Rural and Agribusiness Management can pursue roles in agri-input companies, FMCG firms with rural focus, cooperative societies, rural banking, microfinance institutions, and government agricultural development agencies. The specialisation is suited for careers in supply chain management, rural marketing, and agricultural project management with organisations operating in India’s semi-urban and rural markets.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA at AIMS Pune?

Ans. AIMS Pune accepts CAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT, and MAH-MBA-CET scores. Admission is primarily through the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP). Maharashtra domicile students are prioritised through the CAP route while non-Maharashtra candidates may apply through the institute-level process with valid national-level entrance scores.

Ques. How does DTE Maharashtra CAP process work for MBA admission at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Eligible candidates register on the DTE Maharashtra MBA CAP portal, verify documents, and fill an option form with preferred colleges and specialisations. Seat allotment is based on the candidate’s merit rank in the CAP list and their preference order. After receiving an allotment letter, students must report to AIMS Pune for GD, PI, and document verification within the specified deadline to confirm the seat.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for MBA admission at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates as per DTE Maharashtra norms). A valid score in at least one of the accepted entrance exams is also mandatory. There is no upper age limit for MBA admission at AIMS Pune.

Ques. Can students without an agriculture background apply for MBA Agribusiness at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Yes. There is no requirement for an agriculture background to apply for MBA Rural and Agribusiness Management at AIMS Pune. Any Bachelor’s degree holder from a recognised university with the minimum percentage is eligible. Students from commerce, science, and arts streams also apply. An interest in rural markets, agriculture supply chains, or cooperative development is an advantage but not a mandatory criterion.