Gandhigram Rural University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4856 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1740 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #224 of 876 | In India |
| #24 of 53 | In Tamil Nadu |
| #365 of 2,913 | For Radiochemistry |
| Top50% | For 43 other topics |
Quick Review
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- ruraluniv.ac.in
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 40%*
* Gandhigram Rural University is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | 12th year senior secondary/intermediate examination or recognized foreign equivalent |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | July to April (July - November; December-April) |
Research profile
Gandhigram Rural University has published 3,728 scientific papers with 75,481 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Physics, Engineering, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Biology, Organic Chemistry, Environmental Science, Materials Science, Computer Science, and Liberal Arts & Social Sciences.
Gandhigram Rural University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 | 1 |
| 1994 | 3 | 4 |
| 1995 | 2 | 2 |
| 1996 | 1 | 3 |
| 1997 | 8 | 4 |
| 1998 | 5 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 | 9 |
| 2000 | 9 | 7 |
| 2001 | 19 | 7 |
| 2002 | 12 | 20 |
| 2003 | 15 | 31 |
| 2004 | 8 | 49 |
| 2005 | 23 | 68 |
| 2006 | 42 | 124 |
| 2007 | 82 | 186 |
| 2008 | 83 | 357 |
| 2009 | 105 | 601 |
| 2010 | 114 | 966 |
| 2011 | 141 | 1302 |
| 2012 | 166 | 1858 |
| 2013 | 159 | 2271 |
| 2014 | 207 | 2902 |
| 2015 | 233 | 3193 |
| 2016 | 268 | 3744 |
| 2017 | 221 | 4123 |
| 2018 | 204 | 4714 |
| 2019 | 251 | 5618 |
| 2020 | 253 | 6502 |
| 2021 | 277 | 8234 |
| 2022 | 291 | 8572 |
| 2023 | 278 | 9443 |
| 2024 | 229 | 9866 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Gandhigram Rural University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Duration (years) | Tuition Cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | 3 | 30,000 |
| Bachelor of Science | 3 | 35,000 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | 3 | 30,000 |
| Bachelor of Education | 2 | 25,000 |
| Master of Arts | 2 | 20,000 |
| Master of Science | 2 | 25,000 |
| Master of Commerce | 2 | 20,000 |
| Master of Education | 2 | 25,000 |
| Master of Philosophy | 1 | 15,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy | 3-5 | 50,000 |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Gandhigram Rural University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
Notable alumni
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Adoor Gopalakrishnan
- Occupations
- screenwritercamera operatorfilm directorfilm producer
- Biography
-
Adoor Gopalakrishnan is an Indian film director, script writer, and producer and is regarded as one of the most notable and renowned filmmakers in India. With the release of his first feature film Swayamvaram (1972), Gopalakrishnan pioneered the new wave in Malayalam cinema during the 1970s. In a career spanning over five decades, Gopalakrishnan has made only 12 feature films to date. His films are made in the Malayalam language and often depict the society and culture of his native state Kerala. Nearly all of his films premiered at Venice, Cannes and Toronto International Film Festival. Along with Satyajit Ray and Mrinal Sen, Gopalakrishnan is one of the most recognized Indian film directors in world cinema.
Gandhigram Rural University faculties and divisions
| Centre : Computer | Computer Science |
|---|---|
| Centre : Rural Energy Centre | Rural Studies |
| Centre : Rural Technology | Agricultural Engineering |
| Faculty : Agriculture and Animal Husbandry | Agriculture, Animal Husbandry |
| Faculty : English and Foreign Languages | English, Modern Languages |
| Faculty : Rural Development | Adult Education, Continuing Education, Rural Studies |
| Faculty : Rural Health and Sanitation | Health Sciences, Sanitary Engineering |
| Faculty : Rural Oriented Sciences | Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Physics, Rural Studies |
| Faculty : Rural Social Sciences | Administration, Economics, Peace and Disarmament, Political Sciences, Rural Planning, Rural Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology |
| Faculty : Tamil and Indian Languages and Rural Arts | Indic Languages |
General information
| Alternative names | GRU गांधीग्राम ग्रामीण संस्थान |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1956 |
| Accreditation | University Grants Commission (UGC); National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) |
Location and contacts
| Address | Dindigul District Gandhigram, Tamil Nadu, 624 302 India |
|---|---|
| City population | 15,000 |