Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to be University) is for the academic year 2025-26, as detailed in the official prospectus. There is no information available for 2026-27 or later years, and the institute reserves the right to revise fees as necessary. Fees exclude hostel charges (available separately on a vegetarian basis; contact the Dean of Students' Welfare for details). SC/ST/SCC students and Persons with Disabilities are exempted from tuition fees with proper documentation. Foreign and NRI students may pay higher rates as specified. Below is a summary of the total fees for various program categories, with breakdowns noted where relevant.
These include arts, commerce, and science programs. Fees vary based on lab and development components.
| Program | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| M.A. Tamil and Indian Literature | 29,190 |
| M.A. Hindi / Economics / Rural Development Studies / Gandhian Studies and Peace Science | 37,190 |
| M.Com. (Cooperative Management) | 42,190 |
| M.A. English and Communicative Studies | 43,390 |
| M.Sc. Mathematics | 42,490 |
| M.Sc. Physics | 42,490 |
| M.Sc. Chemistry | 52,490 |
| M.Sc. Food Science and Nutrition | 52,490 |
| M.Sc. Home Science Extension and Communication | 45,490 |
| M.Sc. Textiles and Fashion Design | 71,490 |
| M.Sc. Botany / Zoology | 42,990 |
| M.Sc. Microbiology | 94,990 |
| M.Sc. Applied Geology and Geomatics | 84,490 |
| M.Sc. Geoinformatics | 93,990 |
Breakdown includes per-semester tuition (Rs. 2,500), examination (Rs. 1,800), special fees (e.g., lab Rs. 1,500–15,000), per-annum fees (~Rs. 2,620 for health, WiFi, etc.), one-time fees (~Rs. 3,850), and caution deposits (Rs. 1,400–2,400, refundable).
| Program | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| PG Dip. in Spatial Technologies | 26,920 |
| PG Dip. in Sanitary Inspector's Course | 60,920 |
| PG Dip. in Yoga | 17,920 |
| PG Dip. in Gerontology | 16,570 |
| PG Dip. in Epigraphy | 25,070 |
| PG Dip. in Sustainable Social Development | 15,770 |
Breakdown includes per-semester tuition (Rs. 1,500–1,800), examination (Rs. 1,800), special fees (e.g., general development Rs. 1,000–20,000), per-annum fees (~Rs. 2,570), one-time fees (~Rs. 2,800–3,850), and caution deposits (Rs. 800–8,700).
| Program | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| B.A./M.A. Development Administration (Public Administration) / M.A. Sociology | 83,900 |
Breakdown includes varying per-semester tuition (Rs. 2,000–2,500), examination (Rs. 1,600–1,800), special fees, per-annum fees (~Rs. 2,620), one-time fees (Rs. 3,850), and caution deposits (Rs. 900–2,200, including study tours Rs. 1,000–4,000).
| Program | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| B.Com. (Cooperation) | 57,230 |
| B.B.A. | 63,730 |
| B.A. Economics / Demography and Development Studies | 54,730 |
| B.Sc. Mathematics / Physics / Home Science | 61,630 |
| B.Sc. Chemistry | 69,630 |
| B.Sc. Textiles and Fashion Design | 134,130 |
| B.Sc. Geology | 153,630 |
| B.Sc. Computer Science | 62,130 |
| B.Sc. Microbiology | 128,230 |
Breakdown includes per-semester tuition (Rs. 2,500), examination (Rs. 1,800), special fees (e.g., general development Rs. 4,800–23,270 in initial semesters for sciences), per-annum fees (~Rs. 2,620), one-time fees (Rs. 3,850), and caution deposits (Rs. 900–4,700, including study tours).
| Program | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| B.Com. (Cooperation) | 45,060 |
| B.B.A. | 49,560 |
| B.A. Economics | 42,560 |
| B.Sc. Mathematics / Physics / Home Science | 47,410 |
| B.Sc. Chemistry | 53,410 |
| B.Sc. Textiles and Fashion Design | 101,910 |
| B.Sc. Geology | 116,410 |
| B.Sc. Computer Science | 47,910 |
| B.Sc. Microbiology | 97,610 |
| B.Voc. Farm Equipments Operation and Maintenance | 72,310 |
| B.Voc. Footwear and Accessories Design | 68,410 |
| B.Voc. Renewable Energy | 71,660 |
| B.Voc. Multimedia Production and Technology | 101,510 |
| B.Voc. Food Processing | 69,010 |
| B.Voc. Food Testing and Quality Evaluation | 69,910 |
| B.Voc. Dairy Production and Technology | 71,310 |
| B.Voc. Organic Agriculture and Enterprise Development | 68,910 |
Breakdown includes per-semester tuition (Rs. 1,200–2,000), examination (Rs. 1,600), special fees (e.g., books Rs. 0–500, general development Rs. 5,000–10,000), per-annum fees (~Rs. 2,620–4,420, including ASCI assessments for B.Voc.), one-time fees (Rs. 2,500–3,850), and caution deposits (Rs. 900–5,900, including study tours/field placements).
| Program | Duration | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Regular) | 4 Years / 8 Semesters | 176,030 |
| B.Tech. Civil Engineering (Lateral Entry) | 3 Years / 6 Semesters | 133,010 |
| B.Sc. Agriculture (Hons.) | 4 Years / 8 Semesters | 265,530 |
| M.Tech. Renewable Energy | 2 Years / 4 Semesters | 72,890 |
| M.C.A. | 2 Years / 4 Semesters | 43,090 |
| M.B.A. | 2 Years / 4 Semesters | 56,990 |
Breakdown includes per-semester tuition (Rs. 1,800–2,400), examination (Rs. 1,600–1,800), special fees (e.g., general development Rs. 10,000–25,000), per-annum fees (~Rs. 2,570–2,620), one-time fees (Rs. 3,650–4,650), and caution deposits (Rs. 1,400–11,900, including study tours/field placements up to Rs. 8,000).
Gandhigram Rural Institute hostel fees for 2025-26 exclude mess: Ladies total ₹24,500 (admission ₹500, caution ₹8,000 refundable, establishment ₹10,000 annual, room/water/electricity ₹6,000 annual). Boys ₹16,500 (similar but lower). Vegetarian mess approx. ₹50/day or ₹1,500-2,000/month on dividing system. Contact Dean for details.
| Charge | Ladies' Amount (Rs.) | Boys' Amount (Rs.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee | 500 | 500 | One-time |
| Caution Deposit | 8,000 | 6,000 | Refundable |
| Establishment Charges | 10,000 | 6,000 | Annual |
| Room Rent, Water & Electricity Charges | 6,000 | - | Annual (Ladies includes Water) |
| Room Rent & Electricity Charges | - | 4,000 | Annual (Boys) |
| Total | 24,500 | 16,500 | Payable at admission; excludes mess charges |
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in physics, chemistry, and mathematics, English as a compulsory subject | |
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | Undergraduate degree from a recognized university, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT, Fulfillment of reservation policy for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates. | |
| B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as compulsory subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50% in the aforementioned subjects. | |
| B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate marks (varies by program), Specific subject requirements (as per university guidelines) | |
| B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, studied commerce-related subjects (Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Mathematics), minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination. | |
| Diploma | 10+2 education from a recognized board or its equivalent, minimum aggregate of 50% marks in qualifying examination, relaxation of 5% for candidates belonging to reserved categories, specific subject requirements as specified by the institute | |
| M.Sc. (Master of Science) | Bachelor's degree in Science, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Relevant field of study | |
| B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50%, studied education as one of the subjects in undergraduate program or completed a teacher training program recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), passing score in the entrance examination. | |
| M.A. (Master of Arts) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score varies by specialization, Specific prerequisites for desired M.A. program | |
| M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | B.Tech./B.E. degree in the relevant discipline, minimum aggregate score of 55% (50% for reserved categories), valid GATE score or qualify in the entrance examination | |
| Post Graduate Diploma | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies | |
| M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Studied mathematics at the 10+2 level or during undergraduate studies | |
| M.Ed. (Master of Education) | Bachelor's degree in Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized university, minimum aggregate of 50%, valid teaching certificate, at least two years of teaching experience in a recognized educational institution. | |
| M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) | Postgraduate degree, Minimum aggregate of 55% marks, Completion of education in a related discipline, Strong academic background in the subject area, Qualification in the entrance examination or any recognized national-level examination. | |
| B.B.M. (Bachelor of Business Management) | Higher secondary education or equivalent, studied commerce or business-related subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination |