All posts from

TISS Prime Minister’s Rural Development Fellowship 2014 : Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Name of the Organisation : Tata Institute of Social Sciences (tiss.edu)
Name of the Fellowship : Prime Minister’s Rural Development Fellows Scheme 2014
Location : India

Want to comment on this post?
Go to bottom of this page.

Website : http://www.tiss.edu/

Update :
Last date for Submitting Applications Extended to December 15, 2013

Prime Minister’s Rural Development Fellows Scheme :
PMRD Fellows Scheme to invites talented young professionals with a desire to participate and initiate a larger change.

Eligibility Criteria:
The eligibility criteria for selection as a PMRD Fellow shall be the following :

Essential criteria :
** Age between 22-27 years at the time of application. For candidates belonging to SC/ST category, the maximum age limit will be 32 years.
** At the minimum a graduate from a recognized university/institute with a four-year degree course, including those like Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Engineering, Law, Medicine etc., or a post-graduate from a recognized University/ Institute (in case of a graduate holding degree of a course duration of three years or less). Those with degree from universities outside India that are recognised by Association of Indian Universities can also apply. Only those candidates who have completed all requirements and received degree are eligible to apply.
** At least 50% marks in the aggregate or equivalent grade at the graduate or Post-graduate level, whichever is qualifying.
** Physical fitness, certified by Government Medical Hospital due to the arduous nature of work involved.

Desirable criteria :
** Knowledge of local language and customs.
** Work experience in related fields.
** Excellence in extra-curricular activities like art, culture, sports etc. at High School/College level.
** Leadership role in College/ High School/ Work Place.

Reservation :
15% seats are reserved for Scheduled Castes and 15% for Scheduled Tribes.

Application Details :
Applications are sought through an open advertisement across the country. All candidates fulfilling the criteria shall appear for an online test scheduled on Sunday, 15th December 2013 from any of the 40 centres across the country. Those wishing to apply should fill an online form with an application processing fee of Rs. 750. Candidates from SC and ST categories with income below the level stipulated by the GoI are required to pay Rs. 250.

Application Process :
** Candidates are not required submit mark sheets, degree certificates, reference letters and fitness certificate along with the application.
** Only those candidates finally selected are required to submit mark sheets and degree certificates. The Selection Committee reserves the right to seek additional information from persons listed as references, employers, etc.
** Fill the application and submit it online. The applicant will receive an acknowledgement of its receipt. All information asked for must be provided. Make sure to review the application for its completeness. Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected. Those giving wrong information in the online application form but get through AICAT will be rejected at the time of verification before final selection. Anyone found to have given wrong information and false certificates are liable for immediate dismissal and penal action at any stage of selection process or fellowship.
** Refer to the list on the left, for location of assessment centres.

Apply Online

Three stage assessment process includes :
All India Competency Assessment Test (AICAT) (Online) : December 28, 2013
AICAT is an assessment of their understanding and orientation, and problem-solving abilities in a positive manner. Applicants will be shortlisted based on their performance in the AICAT.
Written Test + Personal Interviews : Jan 16/17, 2014

Shortlisted candidates will be tested using tools like essay writing & interview to ascertain their motivation, leadership, professional skills and pro-poor orientation.

Selection Schedule :
6th Nov, 2013 : Announcement Inviting Applications Online Application process opens
30th Nov, 2013 : Last date of submission of completed application
28th Dec, 2013 : All India Competency Assessment Test (Online)
19th Dec, 2013 : Announcement of merit list based on the All India Competency Assessment Test (AICAT) separately for GN, SC, ST groups for progression to final stage of selection. Short-listed candidates must indicate preferred location from the list – Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Cochin, Bhopal, Raipur, Allahabad, Guwahati – for appearing in the final stage of selection.
5th & 6th Jan, 2014 : Final Stage of Selection Written test (issues focused) followed by Personal Interview
16th Jan, 2014 : Publication of 1st Merit list of 140 candidates (merit list as per reservation norms); 13th January 2014, 2nd merit list to fill vacant positions.

Those accepting the offer must also indicate the option of starting training program at TISS Mumbai campus in the 1st cohort (starting 17th February 2014) or 2nd cohort (starting 12th May 2014).

Contact Support :
For technical support : 8377067647
For application form guidance : 022-25525252 (8AM – 8PM)

For More Details, Click Here

Last Date : December 15, 2013

55 Comments
Add a Comment
  1. Is excellence in sports or extra curricular activities necessary?

  2. Is there any negative marks for wrong answers.

  3. Where is my hall ticket? Some one please help me.

  4. I had applied for PMRDF fellowship successfully on 9th Dec. After few hours, I received a mail stating that my payment which was earlier successful, now been declined and would be returned in 7-10 business date. I emailed my credentials to verify my candidature. Still waiting for reply.
    Is my candidature still vaild and would be able to appear in online test to be held on 28th Dec?

  5. Merchant Website : digialm.com
    Date : 2013-12-10 20:41:55
    Merchant Reference Number : 27219
    EBS Payment ID : 21502046
    Payment Mode : VISA Debit Card
    Amount : 770.00
    Customer Name : SANDEEP Y
    Customer Email : sandeep.yogeshwaran@gmail.com
    Status : SUCCESS

    SIR I HAVE PAID THE FEES AND THE APPLICATION FORM SHOWS AN ERROR. I CALLED THE HELP LINE THEY ASKED ME TO WAIT FOR 24 HOURS AND EVEN AFTER WAITING MY APPLICATION SHOWS THE SAME ERROR . I HAVE SENT A MAIL REGARDING THE SAME PROBLEM . TODAY WHEN I CALLED THE HELPLINE MOST OF THE NUMBERS ARE SWITCHED OFF AND THE TOLL LINE GOT CONNECTED AND THE EXECUTIVE IS ASKING ME MAKE PAYMENT AGAIN OFF LINE AND UPDATE THE CHALLAN. HOW CAN I GO ON A SUNDAY AND FILL THE FORM WHEN ITS THE LAST DAY.

    KINDLY HELP AS I AM KEEN TO TAKE THE EXAM.
    THANKING YOU.

    1. The only ones you can get real help in this case is the officials in the organization.
      You were right in contacting them.

  6. How can i get my hall ticket for AICAT exam?

  7. As the application date is extended to 15th, is there any change in AICAT and written test date? Or they are still 15th Dec and 5th January?

    1. AICAT – All India Competency Assessment Test (Online) : Dec 28, 2013
      Written Test + Personal Interviews : Jan 16/17, 2014

  8. How can I know question pattern on pmrdf schemes?

  9. I have completed GTTC(equivalent to diploma)+3years engg. can i elgibie for this to apply?

    1. Th eligibility is “At the minimum a graduate from a recognized university/institute with a four-year degree course, including those like Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Engineering, Law, Medicine etc., or a post-graduate from a recognized University/ Institute (in case of a graduate holding degree of a course duration of three years or less)”

  10. I NEED PREVIOUS PAPERS. COULD YOU PLEASE GIVE ME SOME PREVIOUS PAPERS IN MAIL?

  11. I have not submitted an application form yet. Can I submit it now? My date of birth is 13-12-1986. Am I eligible?

    1. The last date has been extended to 15.12.2013. Please note that age should be between 22-27 years at the time of application.

  12. I have submitted my application in online but I kept present address in permanent address by mistake. I already send mail to concerned web site. But I didn’t get any reply. Is it problem for my future proceedings? Is there any way to make it correct?

    1. I could not find any options to edit the application through online. You can contact via helpline given under support contact details above.

  13. What we have to learn related to schemes? Schemes related to local area or whether related to whole India ?

    1. The advertisement does not seem to contain about syllabus of the fellowship. Please look into the official website for details.

  14. What will be the difficulty label for the DI and Inference questions. Inference questions will be of objective or subjective?

    1. The advertisement does not seem to contain about details of inference questions. But please note that the mock test available in the website seems to contain about subjective and objective.

  15. Is there any reference book for AICAT and what is the pay for it?

    1. I could not find details of reference book in the official website. But you can take a mock test which is given in the link https://web.archive.org/web/20181019005521/http://pmrdfs.tiss.edu:80/. It may be useful for you to prepare.

  16. Is there any sectional cut-off?

    1. I could not find any details related to cut off in the posted advertisement. Please visit the official website for details.

    2. There will not be any sectional cut off:)

  17. AFTER COMPLETION OF 2 YEARS FELLOW SHIP WHAT WILL WE DO? IS ANY JOB GUARANTEE IS THERE? What is the exam date?

    1. You may be able to know about job details from the respective organisation during the programme or once it is completed. Date of written test is 5th January 2014.

  18. BOOKS AVAILABLE FOR All India Competency Assessment Test(AICAT)?

    1. Can we stick to relevant topic please?

  19. Will I be able to cancel my online payment?

    1. I could not find details to to cancel or deactivate the online payment. However those giving wrong information in the online application form but get through AICAT will be rejected at the time of verification before final selection. Anyone found to have given wrong information and false certificates are liable for immediate dismissal and penal action at any stage of selection process or fellowship.

  20. Can u tel me the is there any vacancy in PMRDF and shall i able to apply?

    1. I could not find any post or vacancy relevant to PMRDF. However you too try checking in the above given list.

  21. What type of question will be asked in Written Test (Issue based) 5th January 2014.?

    1. The SYLLABUS for AICAT examination is :
      1. Reading Comprehension,
      2. Data Interpretation,
      3. General Awareness,
      4. Logical Reasoning,
      5. Knowledge About National Programmes and Schemes.
      Each of the above will be having 20 questions for 20 marks.
      Total marks are 100 for 100 questions.

  22. I tried Mock test. But it is asking for roll no and password.

    1. Just you click submit button with already available details. You will be able to enter into the mock test.

  23. NICL AO re-exam also on December 15th. How can I attend both exams? Please tell me the solution.

    1. I think you will be in a position to miss any one of the exams. Or wait and watch as again any one of the exam may get postponed like before:)

  24. What is the syllabus of second stage exam? How much marks needed to qualify for the exam in AICAT?

    1. I could not find syllabus in the website but you can take a mock test which is available in the link https://web.archive.org/web/20181019005521/http://pmrdfs.tiss.edu:80/.

  25. I need model questions for Written exam.

    1. Model question papers are not available in the site but you can take a mock test which is given in the link https://web.archive.org/web/20181019005521/http://pmrdfs.tiss.edu:80/. It may be useful for you to prepare.

  26. I would like to know the job opportunities after completion of the fellowship programme.

    1. You may be able to know it from the respective organisation during the programme or once it is completed.

  27. The SYLLABUS for AICAT examination is :
    1. Reading Comprehension,
    2. Data Interpretation,
    3. General Awareness,
    4. Logical Reasoning,
    5. Knowledge About National Programmes and Schemes.
    Each of the above will be having 20 questions for 20 marks.
    Total marks are 100 for 100 questions.

    Thank you INDIAN JOB TALKS for providing this valuable platform for the discussion.

    1. @SURYADEEP C : Thanks for the information and your kind words.

  28. Can we get the last years test papers of PMRDF?

    1. Model question papers are not available in the site but you can take a mock test which is given in the link https://web.archive.org/web/20181019005521/http://pmrdfs.tiss.edu:80/. It may be useful for you to prepare.

  29. What is the test is like is it an aptitude test like CAT etc or something else. What is the total duration of the programme including the one year working clause?

    1. Three stage assessment process includes :
      All India Competency Assessment Test (AICAT) (Online) : 15th December 2013
      AICAT is an assessment of their understanding and orientation, and problem-solving abilities in a positive manner. Applicants will be shortlisted based on their performance in the AICAT.
      Written Test (Issue based) : 5th January 2014
      Personal Interview : 5th & 6th of January 2014

      Shortlisted candidates will be tested using tools like essay writing & interview to ascertain their motivation, leadership, professional skills and pro-poor orientation.

      Also it is given as the selected Fellows shall undergo an orientation training of three months duration

  30. What is the syllabus for AICAT examination?

    1. The test aims to assess the competency on the following aspects:

      Reading Comprehension
      Data Interpretation & Inference
      General Awareness
      Logical reasoning
      Knowledge about National Programmes and Schemes

    2. Thanks for your information.

Leave a Reply to Chinni Lekkala Cancel reply

How to add comment : 1) Type your comment below. 2) Type your name. 3) Post comment.

IndianJobTalks © 2022

Contact Us   Privacy Policy   SiteMap