The Agriculture and Food Management Institute (AFMI) was established in 2008 by Maharaja Education Trust (MET) in Mysore, Karnataka. AFMI is affiliated with the Directorate of Technical Education in Bangalore. The institute has also received approval from the AICTE. It offers a postgraduate diploma in agriculture and food business management, with a fee of INR 3.50 Lakhs for a 2-year program. Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Agriculture, Food, Life Sciences, or related fields with at least 50% marks in the qualifying examination. Admission is based on merit and through a multi-level selection process.
AFMI accepts the marks of national and state management entrance examinations, such as CAT, MAT, GMAT, ATMA, or any test that AFMI accepts. Candidates who do not have any of these marks can attempt the AFMI Entrance Test, which is an online examination. Shortlisted candidates who clear the written test are called for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). They will then undergo the Psychological and Fitness Test.
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AFMI Mysore Highlights 2025
AFMI Mysore Courses and Fees 2025
Agriculture and Food Management Institute, Mysore, offers a full-time PGDM in Agri & Food Business. The candidates should hold a graduation degree in Food, Agriculture, Life Sciences, or similar fields. Shortlisting is conducted through the Written Test, followed by Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), and Psychological & Fitness Test. The total course fee, excluding hostel fees, is INR 3.50 lakhs for two years.
AFMI Mysore Admission 2025
The initial step is a written examination. AFMI considers scores of national and state management entrance exams, such as CAT, MAT, GMAT, ATMA, or any other exam they accept. If the candidate does not have these scores, the candidate can opt to take the AFMI Entrance Test, which is written online. Those who qualify in the written test are summoned for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). The next step is the Psychological and Fitness Test. Once all the steps in the evaluation are completed, a final result list is prepared.
CAT 2025 Registration
Candidates planning to appear for CAT 2025 can find complete details about the registration process below:
- Notification Release: The official CAT 2025 notification was released by IIM Kozhikode on 27 July, 2025.
- Registration Start Date: The online registration window will open on 1 August, 2025.
- Last Date to Apply: Candidates must complete their registration by 20 September, 2025.
How to Register:
- Registration is online only via the official CAT portal.
- A valid and unique email address and mobile number are required to initiate the registration process.
- Upon registration, candidates will receive a User ID and Password to log in and complete the application form.
Important Guidelines:
- Candidates can fill out the form in multiple sessions — progress will be saved automatically.
- Double-check all details before paying the application fee, as no edits will be allowed after payment.
- Incomplete or incorrect information may result in the immediate rejection of your application.
- SC/ST/PwD candidates must upload valid category certificates during the registration process. Category changes are not allowed post-registration.
A correction window will be provided after registration closes, but only for a limited time.
AFMI Mysore Rankings 2025
The Mysore-based Agriculture and Food Management Institute (AFMI) has recently been listed in the National Business School rankings. The rankings data for the year 2025 have not been released yet. India Today ranked AFMI at 180 among 281 Indian schools in 2022 and 167 among 268 in 2021. Business Today ranked AFMI at 180 in 2022.
AFMI Mysore FAQs
What is the flagship course offered by AFMI Mysore?
AFMI offers a 2-year full-time PGDM in Agri & Food Business, focusing on agriculture and food sector management.
Is AFMI Mysore AICTE-approved?
The institute is approved by AICTE and affiliated with the Directorate of Technical Education, Bangalore.
Can I apply to AFMI without CAT or MAT scores?
Candidates without national test scores can appear for the AFMI Online Entrance Test.
What is the total fee for the PGDM program at AFMI?
The total course fee is ₹3.50 lakhs for two years, excluding hostel charges.
Which companies recruit from AFMI Mysore?
Top recruiters include ITC, Coca-Cola, Amul, and Marico.
How is the final selection made for PGDM admission?
Final selection is based on a written test, GD, PI, psychological & fitness test, and overall merit.
