IDOL Gauhati University - Distance Education

Mahima Jain

Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning (GUIDOL) was established in 1998. It was formerly known as Post Graduate Correspondance School (PGCS). The main objective then was to give quality higher education to those who couldn’t pursue the conventional mode of higher education. GUIDOL started off with just 514 students in 1998, now has 50,000 students across its 90+ centers. GUIDOL offers 4 undergraduate programs, 8 postgraduate diploma courses, and 16 postgraduate courses. 

GUIDOL has an online learning platform called eEkalavya launched in 2015. The platform could be accessed through PCs, tablets and mobile devices using a username and password provided for every registered student. The portal is updated on a weekly basis with study materials in audio/video tutorials and e-files. Using virtual discussion forums students could interact with faculty members. This platform is used for the M.Sc IT classes.  

Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning Quick Links:

• Highlights
• GUIDOL Courses
• Facilities
• FAQs
• Eligibility Criteria
• Admissions

GUIDOL Highlights:

The highlights of the Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning highlights are mentioned below.

Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning Courses:

GUIDOL offers courses on programs like Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Post Graduate diploma programs. 

GUIDOL Facilities:

Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning have around 90+ centers across Assam with facilities like well-equipped computer labs, library, multimedia study materials, digital classrooms, an online learning platform called eEkalavya and a library in the Gauhati University campus with a collection of 6500 volumes, that include textbooks, reference books, journals, CD/DVD ROMs, Dissertations, etc. 

Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning FAQs:

1. Where is Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning Located?
   - Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning is located at the Institute of Distance and Open Learning, Gauhati University, Gopinath Bordoloi Nagar, Jalukbari, Guwahati, Assam, India.
2. What is the contact number of GUIDOL?
   - The contact number of GUIDOL is 18003453614(Toll-Free), 0361-2673728, 0361-2679911
3. What is the email ID of the Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning?
   -Email ID of Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning is idol.gauhatiuniversity@gmail.com

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GUIDOL Eligibility Criteria:

The candidates must check their eligibility before applying for there interested courses.

GUIDOL Admissions:

Admission to Gauhati University Institute of Distance and Open Learning could be done through both online and offline. For the online procedures, visit the official website and fill up the application form and take print of the filled form and visit the nearest or desired GUIDOL study center with necessary documents. For the offline procedure, visit the nearby GUIDOL study center and fill up the application form and submit it with necessary documents.

Documents required:

• Original mark sheets + 2 self-attested copies
• Original qualifying certificates + 2 self-attested copies
• 2 passport size photographs