Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU), Kolkata - West Bengal

Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) is was established in Kolkata in 1997 as an open university. It is recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC), University Grants Commission (UGC) and Government of West Bengal. It is also a member of the Association of Asian Open University (AAOU), Association of Indian Universities (AIU), and Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). It is the 10th Open University of the country and the 9th State Open University.

The University has 3 regional centres in Durgapur, Kalyani & Jalpaiguri, and 100+ study centres across Kolkata. It also offers an online course with SWAYAM, it has developed 2 Massive Open Online Courses(MOOC) for the SWAYAM platform which is an initiative of MHDR, Govt of India. 

Table of Contents

• Highlights
• Why Choose Netaji Subhash Open University?
• Ranking
• Courses
• Departments
• Eligibility Criteria
• Admission
• Cut Off
• NSOU Campus
• NSOU Infrastructure
• Placements
• Collaborations
• NSOU Distance Education
• Alumni

Netaji Subhash Open University Highlights 

 The highlights of NSOU, such as university type, approvals, facilities, etc., are mentioned below. 

Why Choose NSOU?

NSOU provide courses under UG, PG, Diploma, and Postgraduate Diploma levels. The Netaji Subhas Open University question paper is set on high standards which match the IIT level throughout the course duration. NSOU University offers 59 courses in 9 streams. There are 6 departments in the university. NSOU Kolkata has 100+ study centres. The university is open for both male and female students. Netaji Subhash Open University admission forms are available online. 

NSOU Academic Advantages

NSOU courses are concerned with the modern context and the requirements of the people. Courses are contributing to the development of the underprivileged section of society. The courses provided are affordable and flexible for the people who could not get access to the formal education system. The university with the collaborative efforts with the other States Open Universities and the National Open University is aiming to create an effective destination of educational outreach to everyone in the country. 

NSOU Ranking

Netaji Subhash Open University is recognized by DEC and the Government of Bengal and has secured various ranks for its outstanding performance in various disciplines. Below is an overview of NSOU's rankings in the last few years by different organizations: 

• Ranked as 2347 in the world ranking of universities.
• NSOU has been ranked as the 92 among universities in the country.

NSOU Courses

NSOU courses are offered at various levels like a certificate, diploma,  undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, and details regarding them are given on the official website of NSOU. 

Given below is a  summary of the varying courses offered by the university across different disciplines with their specializations:

NSOU Science Courses 

 NSOU Humanities Courses

 NSOU Business and Commerce Courses

Read more on NSOU Courses and Fees

NSOU Departments

 Netaji Subhash Open University departments are mentioned below. Each department is consists of a particular stream or two and offers courses and programs under that stream.

NSOU Eligibility Criteria

 Netaji Open University courses are offered in various disciplines, each of which has different eligibility criteria. M.A, M.sC, M.S.W, etc are some of the NSOU PG courses. A list of a few courses offered by the university with their eligibility criteria is given below:

NSOU B.Sc Eligibility

 B.Sc is a 3-year program which is offered under the school of science, specializations consist of Botany, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology.  

Eligibility Criteria

• The candidate should have passed in 10+2 or its equivalent examination securing an aggregate of 45% marks from a recognized board.

NSOU B.Ed Eligibility

Bachelor of Education is a 2-year program consisting of 4 semesters of 6 months each. The objective of the program is to prepare students to become a teacher.  

Eligibility Criteria 

• Candidates should have completed 10+2 in the arts and science stream with an aggregate of 45% marks from a recognised university

NSOU Certificate Courses Eligibility

 Certificate courses are conducted to make students skilful. The course duration varies from 6-months to 1-year. The certificate courses offered by NSOU are Consumer Affairs, Human Rights, e-Accounting & Taxation with GST, Women Empowerment.

 Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates should have completed a 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream from a recognised university.
• For pursuing an e-Accounting & Taxation with GST certificate course, students have to be in any year of their graduation from the recognized university. 

NSOU Admission

 The NSOU admission is started by filling up an online application form on the official website of NSOU. An online entrance test is taken for admission.

 The NSOU Admission 2021 is based on the entrance exam and eligibility of courses. NSOU PG Admission fees are minimal. A merit list is prepared for various courses based on the marks scored and marks obtained in the previous course, which is the bases of admission. Valid UGC-NET scores are required to take admission in NSOU Ph.D courses.

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NSOU Cut Off

The university offers various courses in different disciplines of studies for students. University releases varying cut-offs during the admission time. Admission to the university is held twice a year. Students have to register themselves on the official website of the university. The submission of the application form deadline tentatively occurs in November. Students are given 1 month time to fill the form and apply for their desired courses.

 For more information, check NSOU Cut off

NSOU Campus

Netaji Subhash Open University offers 100+ study centres that are spread across the country. The campus of the university has resources for the transmission and production of various courses. They run 2 courses on the SWAYAM portal to promote remote education.

NSOU Kolkata Facilities

 University has initiated the process of setting up a partnership with the existing public libraries. The strategic partnership has been started with the public libraries at different locations namely State Central Library, Kolkata, Uttarpara Jaikrishna Public Library, Hooghly,  Kolkata Metropolitan Library,  North Bengal State Library, Coochbehar to name a few. 

Some of the facilities offered within the campus are:

• Library
• Classroom
• Computer Lab
• Medical Facility
• Canteen
• Auditorium

 Read more on NSOU Facilities provided at the campus.

 NSOU Placements 

 Netaji Subhash Open University has a Placement Facilitation Service. The service is provided for the NSOU School of Vocational Studies students. There is a platform on which students have to upload their curriculum vitae. The resumes are then seen by employers from the same platform. Potential employers then contacting the students for further process. However, there is no direct or indirect participation of the university in placements.

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NSOU Collaborations

Netaji Subhash Open University has various national collaborations with educational institutions for research and development purpose.

NSOU National Collaborations

NSOU's tie-ups with various national educational institutions are as follows 

• Rehabilitation Council of India
• Centre for Language, Translation & Cultural Studies
• CDSER

NSOU Distance Education

All the courses offered by IGNOU are taught in distance mode. It provides various courses in different disciplines of arts, science, commerce, social work, etc. The courses offered are certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, PG diploma, bachelors and masters. It has many education centres for providing remote education to students who are not able to study in the traditional educational setup.

NSOU Alumni

Thousands of students have passed out from Netaji Subhash Open University since its inception. Alumni are working in different fields of arts, sciences, education, etc. they are doing very well in their professional life. The university has created many skilled alumni, who belong to a financially weaker section of society and are earning their livelihood.