Directorate of Distance Education at Kurukshetra University

KU Distance Education, which was founded in the year 1957, has the campus over 473 acres of land on the south bank of Brahmsarovar and is a well-known educational institute over the last 35 years, which is involved in helping the academic seekers who want to recommence their education by using innovative approaches. It also strives to bridge the gap in higher education by reaching the unreached and also fulfills the current and the future demands.

The institute has the name for its highly educated faculty with Ph.D. and Master’s Degree.

Kurukshetra University Directorate of Distance Education Courses

Directorate of Distance Education at Kurukshetra University offers various graduate and postgraduate degrees. This university's course is divided into two categories, namely, tradition course and professionals course. Under the traditional course, streams like commerce and arts are included, whereas under the professional's course lies the terms in the streams of law, management, computers, etc.

Tradition Courses

• Arts Department
• Commerce Department

Professional Courses

• IT and Computer Department
• Management Department
• Information Science and Library Department
• Journalism and Mass Communication Department
• Education Department
• Law Department
• Environmental Education Department

BA at Kurukshetra University DDE

To attain a bachelor's degree course in Arts, candidates will have to earn a valid score in intermediate to be eligible to apply for this course. The BA course at this institute is three years, consisting of six semesters. The total course fee at this university for the Distance BA course is around INR 15900/- The course fee can be paid in six installments are mentioned in the below table.

B.Com Kurukshetra University DDE

B.Com course at Kurukshetra University has set the eligibility criteria of 10+2 completion in the commerce domain. The course duration is three years. However, the course can be extended up to 6 years duration. This six-semester course briefs the students with complete commerce knowledge to develop young financial analysts. The B.Com course fee for the full three years is around INR 17700/- and the university provided the students with the facility to pay the course fee on an installment basis.

BCA Kurukshetra University DDE

Candidates with a keen interest in software and computer-related subjects can apply for this university's BCA course. The BCA course eligibility at this institute is completion for intimidating any of the mandatory subjects like mathematics or computer science. The BCA course fee structure at Kurukshetra University is around INR 13500/- for one year, and the total course fee is approximately INR 40500/- for the entire course.

BIM Kurukshetra University DDE

Bachelor's degree program in the Information Management course offered by this university provided a complete knowledge in the information management domain. This course is conducted for the course duration of 3 years along with six semesters. Candidates after completing 12th from a recognized board can apply for this course.

B.Lib Kurukshetra University DDE: Aspiring candidates should have passed a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university board to be eligible to seek admission for B.Lib at this university. This course is for one year, and the course fee at this institution is approximately INR 9500/- for the complete procedure.  The system is nominal, and the price can be paid on an installment basis. The students can pay the course fee in bulk at the time of admission and each semester's beginning.

B.Ed Kurukshetra University DDE

The B.Ed course at Kurukshetra University's required eligibility criteria is graduation from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate score. The total course fee for the B.Ed course is around INR 61500/- which can be split into INR 30500/- for each year. The course fee can be paid in 4 installments by paying around INR 15250/- each semester.

MA Kurukshetra University DDE

MA course in this university offers 13 different specializations, and the course eligibility at this institute is the completion of graduation in the relevant stream. The MA course at this institute is provided for three years and four semesters. The system can be extended up to 4 years, and the fee for the course has been mentioned in the below table. The course fee for all the specializations is mentioned in the below table. The course fee at this institute can be paid in bulk and on an installment basis.

M.Sc Kurukshetra University DDE

Master's degree program in science has been offered in specializations like mathematics, geography, and computer science streams. The eligibility criteria are graduation completion in the relevant discipline from a recognized university. The course fee for each of the specializations differs, and the course fee can be paid on an installment basis for each semester.

MCA Kurukshetra University DDE

This three years master's degree course incomplete application course. The eligibility criteria are completing a BCA course from a recognized university. The institute accepts a BCA graduation degree certificate to enable the MCA course admission. The MCA course's total course fee is around INR 49800/- for the whole three years. In case candidates prefer the course fee on an installment basis, they have the option of paying the fees yearly and on a semester basis, as mentioned in the below table.

PGDCA Kurukshetra University DDE

The minimum eligibility for a graduate/post-graduate degree with a minimum of 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 years of formal education with Mathematics from a recognized university. Post Graduate Diploma course in Computer Application at this university is offered for one year, and the course fee is approximately INR 16600/- for one year. The course fee can be paid on an installment basis like at the time of admission, candidates can pay INR 8300/- and at the tie of the 2nd-semester beginning, the candidates can pay INR 8300/-

PGDEMM Kurukshetra University DDE

Candidates post completion of graduation can apply for this course at Kurukshetra University. The university's minimum criteria involve graduation completing in the relevant stream. Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management is a 1-year course, and the fee for the course is around INR 8200/- which can also be paid in installments of INR 4100/- for each semester.

PGDJMC Kurukshetra University DDE

The Post Graduate Diploma's eligibility criteria in Journalism and Mass Communication for admission are a Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Candidates can apply for this course, which will be for one year.  The course fee for the PGDJMC course at Kurushetra University is around INR 9600/- The fee payment can also be made on an installment basis by paying INR 4800/- each semester.

MAMC Kurukshetra University DDE

The basic eligibility for admission to MA in Mass Communication is a Bachelor's degree in any stream of a minimum of three years duration. This course at this institute is for one year. The course fee for the MAMC course at this university is approximately INR 19200/- for the complete course. The institute also helps the students with installment facilities, which can be paid for every year and semester.

MBA Kurukshetra University DDE

A graduate degree under 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern under any discipline, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate, from a recognized university. The master's degree course in business administration at this university is been is for two years. The MBA course at this university offers regular management specializations and hospital management specialization streams. The course fee at this institute is around INR 25600/- for one year, and the total course fee is around INR 51200/-

M.Lib Kurukshetra University DDE

Candidates should pass graduation in any stream with at least 45% aggregate marks to meet eligibility criteria for M.Lib.Sc course. The course duration is for one year, and the course fee at this institute is around INR 10600/- the course fee can be paid on an installment basis, as mentioned in the below table.

LLM Kurukshetra University DDE

The minimum requirement of eligibility for the course is an L.L.B (Bachelor of Law) or another equivalent degree, completed with a recognized university's minimum aggregate score. The course duration at this institute is for two years, and the course fee at this institute is around INR 18600/- for each year. The total course fee at this institute is around INR 37600/- for the entire course.

PGDEE Kurukshetra University DDE

To be eligible for admission to the PGDM Program, the participants must possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with a minimum aggregate mark or equivalent in any discipline to seek admission. The course fee for PGDEE is around INR 8200/- for the entire course. The course fee can be paid on an installment basis.

Kurukshetra University Directorate of Distance Education Admission

For seeking admission at Kurukshetra University DDE, the admission will be based on the university's eligibility criteria for each course. The institute helps the students enroll for admission by opening an online application for which the candidates can apply through Kurukshetra University's official website. The distance education courses have an application form fee of around INR 600/- for general category candidates at this institute. The application form fee to seek admission for the courses can be paid through bank challan of demand drafts drawn in favor of the university.

Required documents:

• 10th and 10+2 marks sheet
• Certificates or higher degree if available
• Transfer Certificate
• Six recent pictures
• Demand Draft or Bank Challan Receipt
• Experience/Employment Certificate (if any)

Kurukshetra University Directorate of Distance Education Fees Structure

The course fee at Kurukshetra University for the courses is quite nominal, and the course fee can be paid either in bulk or on an installment basis. The course fee can be paid in favor of the Directorate of Distance Education, Kurukshetra University, either through demand drafts or through bank challans.

Kurukshetra University Directorate of Distance Education Infrastructure and facilities

• KU Distance education board has a central cooling auditorium where around 2500 people can occupy the auditorium and many more halls and blocks for students and staff's respective uses.
• The university has a loaded library with more books, Journals, Rare Manuscripts, a Computer center, Museum, and Internet Section, which would benefit the students and staff.
• Adding on the Directorate of Distance Education, University College and University College of education has 45 units on the campus and 369 colleges related to KU DDE in Jind, Kaithal, Yamuna Nagar, Ambala, Panipat, Kurukshetra, Hisar, Panchkula, and Karnal.

Kurukshetra University Directorate of Distance Education Study Centers

The university has set up around 21 study centers across the state. Candidates can choose the study centers based on their nearby locations' requirements.

Kurukshetra University Distance FAQ’s

Q. Is Kurukshetra University approved by UGC?

Kurukshetra University is a University Grants Commission approved university. The university has also been accredited with a grade ‘A’ by NAAC authorities.

Q. What are the placement opportunities for the students from Kurukshetra University?

The University offers placement opportunities to the students by inviting the top companies like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Indiabulls, ICICI Prudential, and Asian paints to recruit them.

Q. Should I provide my original documents during the application process?

Original documents have to be produced only during admission for the documents verification process. Photocopy of the original documents will be sufficient during the application process.

Q. After how long will I get the confirmation of my application status?

The confirmation for the application process will take around 2 to 3 weeks post submission.

Q. How will I get the admit card?

Admitting the university's official website will issue a card after clearing the individuals' course fee.

Q. Can I ask for a re-evaluation if I am dissatisfied with my results?

The university's re-evaluation process will be allowed for a maximum of 2 papers.

Q. Which e-learning facilities do distance learning students enjoy?

The university teaches the e-learning process such as the digitized library, personal contact hours, pre-recorded lectures, and fully-equipped recreational centers at the specific study centers.

Q. Can I get a scholarship to study distance education at Kurukshetra University?

The university does not provide any specific scholarship opportunities for distance learning courses.