Nalanda Open University

The University aims to provide distance education to the students and make them into professionals in management and technology. The students who cannot have full-time education but are interested in pursuing higher education are helped through this program.

• They offer diploma and degree courses for improving research activities to impart quality education to the students.
• The University creates knowledge among the students about higher education and vacancies in the required field.
• They provide courses in fields like agricultural, rural, commercial, and industrial, and the course curriculum is designed to make them understand the economic and social needs of the society.
• They provide affordable education to all the sectors in society to make the management level of the country a more significant class.

Nalanda Open University Courses

Nalanda Open University offers bachelor's degree, master's degree, and certification courses in various streams. The university offers UG and PG courses in arts, science, commerce, and management. The courses offered by this university benefit the students with excellent student support service, flexibility in eligibility, course structure, and admission.

Ten schools are functioning under Nalanda Open University to cater to quality education for the state's students.

• School of Computer Education and Information Technology
• School of Economics, Commerce, and Management
• School of Health and Environmental Science
• School of Indian and Foreign Languages
• School of Indology
• School of Journalism and Mass Communication
• School of Library and Information Science

B.Sc at Nalanda Open University: The B.Sc course offered by this university is for years, extending up to 5 years. The eligibility criteria for the B.Sc course at this institute is 12th completion in the science stream. The institute offers a bachelor's degree course in science in 16 different specializations. The B.Sc course offered by Nalanda Open University charges the fee structure of INR 2400/-  for one year for male candidates and INR 1800/- for one year for female candidates.

BA at Nalanda Open University: The Bachelor of Arts course at Nalanda Open University offers 14 different specializations. The only eligibility for the system is intermediate completion from a recognized university. Candidates can choose any of the specializations offered by this institute based on the middle score. The course fee for BA at this institute is INR 2400/- per annum for male candidates and INR 1800/- per annum for female candidates.

BBA Nalanda Open University: This three-year BBA course at Nalanda University has the eligibility criteria for intermediate completion with a minimum of 45% aggregate score from a recognized board. This university has a maximum duration of 6 years to complete the course, consisting of 6 semesters, whereas the minimum duration is three years. BBA course at this institute charges the fee of INR 6000/- for boys and INR 4500/- for girls.

B.Com at Nalanda Open University: To seek admission to a bachelor's degree in commerce, candidates will have to attain a minimum of 45% in 10+2 in the commerce domain. B.Com (Hons.) offered by this institute is being provided for three years, extending up to 6 years. The course fee for the B.Com course is around INR 7200/- for male candidates and INR 5400/- for female candidates.

BCA at Nalanda Open University: BCA course at Nalanda University has the minimum eligibility of 12th completion with computer science or mathematics as a mandatory subject. Candidates with a certification course in computing such as IA or CIC are also eligible to seek BCA courses at this university. The course fee at NOU is approximately INR 6000/- for males and INR 4500/- for females.

PGDM Nalanda Open University: Post graduation diploma in management is for one year, and the course will be offered in 6 different specializations. The course fee will be around INR 4400 /- male candidates and INR 3300/- for female candidates. The eligibility criteria for the PGDM course is graduation completion with a minimum of 45% aggregate score from a recognized university.

M.Com at Nalanda Open University: Aspirants willing to seek admission in M.Com course should have completed B.Com course from a recognized university. The institute offers this course for two years, and the maximum period given to complete this course is four years. The course fee for M.Com at this institute is around INR 2700/- for female candidates and INR 3600/- for male candidates.

MA at Nalanda Open University: For the students willing to seek admission at NOU in MA course are completing a bachelor's degree in an art degree program in the relevant stream. The candidates with a minimum of 45% in graduation are eligible to apply for the course. The MA course offered at this institute is eight different specializations, and the course fee is approximately INR 2700/- for female candidates and INR 3600/- for male candidates.

MCA at Nalanda Open University: After completing three years of BCA course, candidates can apply for the MCA course at this institute. After completing a four-year engineering course in computer science, domain candidates can apply for the MCA course at NOU. The course duration at this institute is three years, and the course fee is approximately INR 10000/- for male candidates and INR 7500/- for female candidates for one year.

Ph.D. at Nalanda Open University: The Ph.D. course offered by this university is two to four years. The minimum eligibility criteria for the Ph.D. course is the completion of a master's degree program with a minimum of 55% aggregate score in the relevant stream from a recognized university. Along with the aggregate score in master's degree, the candidates will have to secure a valid score in the eligibility test conducted by the university to seek admission. This course offers 15 different specializations, and the course fee for all the specializations are around INR 20000/-

Nalanda Open University Admission

Admission at Nalanda Open University will be based on the eligibility criteria set by the university based on the courses opted by the candidates. Candidates can apply for the course through online and offline mode. For online mode, admission candidates will have to apply for the courses via the university's official website. For offline mode, admission candidates will have to visit the university or the study center and submit the duly filled application form. 

• For all the undergraduate degree courses, the eligibility criteria set is intermediate completion with a minimum of 50% aggregate score in the relevant stream.
• The eligibility is graduation completion with a valid score from a recognized university in the relevant stream for the post-graduation degree course.
• For the doctoral program, the candidates must seek a minimum aggregate score of 50% in a master's degree program from a recognized university in the relevant discipline.

Documents required for admission at Nalanda Open University

• Photocopy of qualifying examination’s marks sheet along with the copy of candidate’s age proof.
• Caste certificate issued by DC, DM, SDO, or any other authorized authorities in reserved category candidates.
• Demand drafts copy drawn in favor of ‘Nalanda Open University to ensure the successful fee payment.

Nalanda Open University Fees

The course fee structure of each course offered by Nalanda Open University is mentioned in the below-mentioned table. The course fee at this university is nominal, and Students can pay the course fee through demand draft. The DD for the course payment fee has to favor ‘Nalanda Open University, Patna.’

Nalanda Open University Study Centers

University has established 55 study centers across Bihar state in 51 cities. Applicants can choose the nearby study center according to their preferences. Other than 55 study centers, the university has established various other centers to benefit the students.

FAQ’s

What type of University is the Nalanda Open University?

Nalanda Open University is a state open university functioning under the mentorship of the Bihar State Government.

Is the Nalanda Open University accredited for distance programs?

Nalanda State Open University has been accredited by University Grants Commission (UGC) and Distance Education Bureau (DEB).

What is the procedure for obtaining the university’s prospectus and admission form?

Candidates, after the payment of the prospectus fee INR 350/- can apply for it through online mode or collect it from the nearby study center. The institute also charges the postal charges of INR 50/- to deliver the material.

Should I submit my original documents during the application process?

There is no need for the candidates to submit any of the original documents during the application process.

At what point will I be required to provide the original documents? Can I send them by post?

Only at the time of the verification process will the candidates have to submit their original documents. Candidates should be physically present at the time of the document verification process.

What is the fee concession policy for the university?

The fee concession at this institute will be for the candidates belong to the PwD, SC, or ST candidates. The university also offers fee concession even for female candidates.

Which method can I use to pay the school fees/application fees?

Candidates can make the fee payment through demand draft, drawn in favor of ‘Nalanda Open University, Patna.’