What is the admission process for PGDM ABM at NAARM Hyderabad?

NAARM PGDM ABM admission requires a valid CAT or CMAT score. Shortlisted candidates appear for an Analytical Writing Skill Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview at one of four centres (Hyderabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Pune). Final merit is a composite of 100 marks across all components.

Is CAT mandatory for NAARM PGDM ABM admission?

CAT is not the only accepted exam. CMAT score is also accepted. Both carry equal eligibility weight. The CAT or CMAT percentile score contributes 35 marks out of the 100-point composite score used for final selection.

What is the eligibility for NAARM PGDM ABM?

Candidates must hold a 4-year Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Horticulture, Fisheries, Dairy Technology, Food Technology, or allied sciences from a UGC-recognised university. A 3-year graduation degree is not eligible.

How many seats are available in NAARM PGDM ABM?

The 2026-28 batch has 66 seats. Reservation applies as per Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and EWS candidates.

What is the PGDM ABM fee at NAARM?

The annual tuition fee for NAARM PGDM ABM is INR 3,72,500 per year for the 2025-27 batch. The total 2-year programme cost is approximately INR 7,45,000. Hostel is available on campus at highly subsidised ICAR rates (INR 150 to INR 8,000 per year). Fees may be revised for the 2027-29 batch.

How is the final selection score calculated at NAARM?

The composite score is: CAT/CMAT (35 marks) + GD (20 marks) + PI (20 marks) + Analytical Writing Skill Test (10 marks) + Academic Record (5 marks) + Diversity Factor (5 marks) + Work Experience (5 marks) = 100 marks total.

Does work experience help in NAARM PGDM ABM admission?

Yes. Work experience carries 5 marks in the composite score. Candidates with over 15 months of work experience get the full 5 marks. Those with under 6 months get 0 marks. Experience in the agri-sector is preferred.

Can I apply for NAARM 2027-29 batch now?

The 2027-29 batch will use CAT 2026 scores. CAT 2026 registration is open from August 3 to September 15, 2026, with the exam on November 29, 2026. NAARM application for the 19th batch is expected to open around December 2026 at naarm.org.in.

What are the GD-PI cities for NAARM PGDM ABM?

GD-PI is conducted at four centres: Hyderabad, New Delhi, Kolkata, and Pune. Candidates select their preferred centre in the application form. NAARM may cancel a centre with low enrolment and reassign candidates.

What is the application fee for NAARM PGDM ABM?

The application fee is INR 1,000 for general, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC and ST candidates pay INR 500. Payment is online via NEFT or UPI to the ICAR NAARM SBI account at Rajendranagar, Hyderabad.