Securing an acceptable level of ranking in the entrance test administered to measure
required competencies including language proficiency and analytical ability will be
essential. Only the candidates who pass the written exam will be selected for the
interview, on the basis of which final selection will be made.

• Acquire knowledge and skills concerning natural resources and community
  linkage, information gathering and analyses, indigenous community-based
  knowledge systems and institutions.
• Develop capability and confidence to contribute nationally and internationally
  towards managing the human and natural resources fruitfully.
• Be able to effectively conduct basic and applied research, work in a team and
  individually, prepare and present (communicate) findings in the field of human
  and natural resources management.
• Prepare for the pursuance of further studies in related area

Completion of minimum of 3 or 4-year Bachelor’s degree, or a master’s degree, with a
cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2 out of 4.0, or an equivalent, or 45 per cent
marks in general will be the criteria followed to evaluate the applicants. 

The curriculum of Master in HNRS aims at imparting both theoretical knowledge in and
practical exposure to various issues relating to the management of human and natural
resources, with greater emphasis given to the latter mode. The major methods used will
comprise classroom lectures, case study analyses, field surveys, seminars, community
internships, results discussions and presentations. The program emphasizes students’
active participation and involvement in the learning process wherein the instructors
(faculty members) will mainly be playing the role of a facilitator.