PGDM at ICAR-NAARM Hyderabad | AICTE Approved | Admission & Placements in Agribusiness

About ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM)

ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, commonly known as ICAR-NAARM, is a specialised agricultural management institution located at Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. Established by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, the academy focuses on research management, capacity building, policy support and agribusiness education. The PGDM at ICAR-NAARM is designed for agriculture and allied-science graduates seeking professional careers in agribusiness.

The programme is officially titled Post Graduate Diploma in Management–Agribusiness Management, or PGDM-ABM. It is a two-year, full-time residential programme approved by the All India Council for Technical Education and divided into six trimesters.

The curriculum combines management fundamentals with agriculture-focused business education. Students study subjects such as Agriculture and Food Systems, Marketing Management, Financial Accounting, Human Resource Management, Agricultural Marketing, Agribusiness Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, International Trade, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management.

Practical learning is a major component of the programme. Students complete a summer internship, live project and final project work while also participating in case discussions, assignments, field visits, workshops, seminars and industry interactions. Training in data analysis, management information systems and digital tools further strengthens professional readiness.

Applicants seeking ICAR-NAARM PGDM admission must complete a four-year bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or an eligible allied discipline from a recognised institution. For the current admission framework, candidates should have at least 60% marks or a 6.0 OGPA in Classes 10 and 12, with relaxation for eligible SC and ST applicants.

Candidates must appear for CAT or CMAT. Final selection considers entrance-test performance, Analytical Writing Skill Test, Group Discussion, Personal Interview, academic performance, work experience and diversity.

Overall, a PGDM-ABM from ICAR-NAARM Hyderabad can support careers in agribusiness, food processing, rural finance, agricultural marketing, supply chain, agri-inputs, consulting, commodity trading and entrepreneurship.