NSOU Admission 2024: Eligibility, Application Process & Dates

Anukriti Dutta

Updated on - Apr 8, 2024

NSOU admission 2024 is offered for multiple undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral PG Diploma, certificate, and advanced diploma courses. The application process for NSOU admission 2024 is expected to begin in July 2024. NSOU admission criteria are based on merit for various UG and PG programs. For PhD admission, the institute accepts candidates based on NSOU-RET/ UGC-NET/CSIR NET/GATE/CEED scores. UGC NET 2024 exam will take place from June 10 to 21, 2024.

Netaji Subhas Open University admission is offered in an online distance learning format for various programs. The NSOU admission criteria are based on merit in the qualifying examination for UG and PG programs. Candidates must fulfil the NSOU eligibility criteria before applying for the courses at the university. The application form to apply for admission is available online on the official website of NSOU.

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Table of Contents

• NSOU Admission: Important Dates
• NSOU UG Admission
• NSOU PG Admission
• NSOU Application Process
• NSOU Helpline

NSOU Admission: Important Dates

Candidates can check all the important dates and events related to NSOU course admission 2024 in the table below:

NSOU UG Admission 2024

At the undergraduate level, Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) offers 5 undergraduate courses in multiple specializations. The selection under all the bachelor’s programs will be done based on marks obtained by the candidate at the intermediate level. More details about the courses are given below:

NSOU PG Admission 2024

At the PG level, the university offers six courses in different streams such as Management, Humanities, Science, and more. All the courses are offered as full-time regular courses. To qualify for the eligible criteria, students must complete a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with the minimum required percentage. The courses are given in the table below:

NSOU PhD Admission 2024

NSOU admission offers candidates a PhD course of three years to six-year duration. The candidates seeking admission to the course must fulfil the eligibility criteria for admission. The course is offered in various specializations. The details are given below for the Research Course offered at the institute:

• Duration: 3-6 years
• Eligibility: Postgraduation with 55% marks
• Selection Criteria: NSOU-RET/ UGC-NET/CSIR NET/GATE/CEED scores + interview/viva voce

Read More: NSOU PhD Admission

NSOU Diploma and Advance Diploma Admission 2024

NSOU offers courses in vocational subjects through the School of Vocational Studies (SVS). These courses are offered on the diploma and advanced diploma levels. The diploma programs are for 1 year, the advanced diploma course is for 2 years, and certificate courses are offered for 6 months. More details about the courses are mentioned below:

• Course Fee: INR 8,000 to INR 30,000
• Eligibility: Graduation
• Selection Criteria: Merit Basis

Read More: NSOU Diploma/Advanced Diploma Admission

NSOU Application Process 2024

The NSOU application process is conducted online through the official website. The application process differs for each course and the candidates must fill out the application form online, pay the application fee, and submit the relevant documents to enrol in any of the courses offered at the university.

Interested candidates can acquire the NSOU application form from the online portal. The course-wise fee structure and details are available on the NSOU courses and fees page. The university accepts fee payments in the form of a challan, demand draft, or online payment.

Steps to Apply for NSOU Admission 2024

NSOU admissions are currently open for multiple courses. The application process requires the students to register online, choose the desired subjects, and meet the qualifications to enrol in the courses. The detailed process is given below: 

• Step 1: Visit the NSOU official website.
• Step 2: Click on the “Admissions” tab.
• Step 3: Select the desired course and fill out the application form.
• Step 4: Submit the form along with the required documents.
• Step 5: Pay the application fees and submit the form.

Documents Required for Application Process

Applicants must submit the following documents at the time of NSOU admission process:

• 10+2 Marksheets
• UG/ PG Marksheets
• 2 Passport size photographs
• Transfer Certificate
• Migration Certificate
• Character Certificate
• Caste Certificate (for SC, ST, OBC)

NSOU Entrance Exams 2024

NSOU admission 2024 is offered based on merit for various programs. However, for programs like B.Spl.Ed and PhD, the institute accepts entrance exam scores. Check out the list of NSOU entrance exams in the table below.

NSOU Admission Helpline

For any queries regarding NSOU admission 2024, contact the college with the information provided below.