Is Karnataka State Open University KSOU Recognised by UGC?

KSOU is a state public Open University and was established by the act of the State Legislature in 1992, and was brought into force on 1st June 1996. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The university is also approved by the DEC and AICTE (for MBA courses). It has a total of five schools namely The School of Humanities, The School of Social Sciences, The School of Commerce & Management, The School of Sciences, and The School of Education.

Who is eligible for Karnataka State Open University?

Karnataka State Open University eligibility criteria vary depending on the course. The university admits applicants purely on a merit basis. Interested students seeking to get into the university can do so by applying for the course of their choice. Check out the points below to get a general idea of KSOU eligibility: Karnataka State Open University UG eligibility is to pass Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board Karnataka State Open University PG eligibility is to complete a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university

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Q: Who is eligible for B.Ed admission at Karnataka State Open University?

Karnataka State Open University B.Ed admission criteria are merit-based. Students looking to join the institute need to have completed a Bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% from a recognised university. Further, in-service teachers of elementary (primary) education who have completed any degree from a recognised university are also eligible for B.Ed admission at KSOU Mysore.

Q: What is the total fee for B.Com at KSOU?

The total fee for BCom at KSOU is INR 25,700 for three years. This includes the tuition fee, admission fee, security deposit, etc. Some components of the fee, like the tuition fee, are payable annually while others are payable once at admission. The mentioned fee information is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. The KSOU fee can be paid by following methods: Credit Card (Master/Visa) Debit Card (Master/Visa/Rupay) Net Banking UPI

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KSOU Courses & Fees 2025

KSOU offers UG and PG courses to the students interested for admission. The courses are offered in a well-structured curriculum to make students industry-ready for the future. The offers courses such as B.Sc., BCA and MBA/PGDM. Candidates can find below the KSOU fee along with their eligibility criteria:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.Ed(1 course)	56.1 KGet Fee Details	– / –
M.Sc.(15 courses)	51.9 KGet Fee Details	– / –
UG Diploma(6 courses)	4.1 K - 14.8 KGet Fee Details	Exams : CBSE 12th ISC+1 More

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Q: How many seats are available for the B.Ed programme at Karnataka State Open University, Bangalore?

There are 500 seats for the B.Ed programme at Karnatka state open university, Banglore. Its have a good placments fo the Bachelors courses as well as master courses also.

Q: Who is eligible for B.Ed admission at Karnataka State Open University?

Karnataka State Open University B.Ed admission criteria are merit-based. Students looking to join the institute need to have completed a Bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% from a recognised university. Further, in-service teachers of elementary (primary) education who have completed any degree from a recognised university are also eligible for B.Ed admission at KSOU Mysore.

Q: What is the total fee for B.Com at KSOU?

The total fee for BCom at KSOU is INR 25,700 for three years. This includes the tuition fee, admission fee, security deposit, etc. Some components of the fee, like the tuition fee, are payable annually while others are payable once at admission. The mentioned fee information is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. The KSOU fee can be paid by following methods:

- Credit Card (Master/Visa)
- Debit Card (Master/Visa/Rupay)
- Net Banking
- UPI

Karnataka State Open University Fee Structure

Candidates who get selected must pay the Karnataka State Open University fees as per requirement for seat confirmation. The total tuition fees range from INR 2,700 to 62,300. Some of the additional fee components, such as refundable security deposit may also be applied. The fee information is taken from the official website, but it still may vary. Hence, is indicative. The following table mentions course-wise fee information.

Course Name	One-Time Fee	Tuition Fee
MBA/PGDM	INR 2,800	INR 51,200
B.Sc.	INR 2,100	INR 62,300
M.Sc.	INR 2,100	INR 51,900
BCA	INR 2,100	INR 62,300
B.Com	INR 1,600	INR 19,900
B.A.	INR 1,600	INR 18,400
BBA	INR 2,100	INR 29,300
M.Com	INR 1,850	INR 19,150

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Q: What is the amount of B.Com fee payable after my documents have been approved by KSOU?

After the online document verification, KSOU sends approval to the eligible applicants. Such applicants must confirm their admission by submitting the first-year fee for BCom at KSOU. This includes the first-year tuition fee, admission fee, security deposit, etc. The amount of fee payable at admission is INR 8,900. The first-year fee for BPL Holders (Women), Defense & Ex-servicemen, Auto/Cab Drivers & their families, KSRTC/ BMTC/KKRTC staff is INR 8,290. The mentioned fee has been sourced from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Q: How much fee will I have to pay at the time of admission for B.Sc programme at KSOU?

After the process of application and document verification, selected candidates must submit the first-year BSc fee. This includes the first-year tuition fee, admission fee, security deposit, etc. The amount of BSc fee payable at admission is INR 23,900. The first-year fee for BPL Holders (Women), Defense & Ex-servicemen, Auto/Cab Drivers & their families, KSRTC/BMTC/KKRTC staff is INR 21,840. The mentioned fee has been sourced from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Q: What is the total fee for three-year B.Sc programme at KSOU?

The total course fee for the three-year BSc at KSOU is INR 44,484. This includes the tuition fee, admission fee, security deposit, etc. Some components of the fee, like the tuition fee, are payable annually while others are payable once at admission. A concession of 10% on the tuition fee is provided to the students belonging to the following categories: BPL Holders (Women), Defense & Ex-servicemen, Auto/Cab Drivers & their families, KSRTC/BMTC/KKRTC staff. The mentioned fee information is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. BSc fee at KSOU can be paid using the following payment methods:

Credit Card (Master/Visa)
Debit Card (Master/Visa/Rupay)
Net Banking
UPI

Karnataka State Open University
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MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

8 Courses2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: Karnataka PGCET, GATE

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MBA in Finance

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Diploma in Kannada (DIK)

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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)

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MBA in Human Resource

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M.Sc. in Biochemistry

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M.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics

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M.Sc. in Botany

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Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (DECCE)

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Bachelor of Library and Information and Science (B.Lib.I.Sc.)

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M.Sc. in Mathematics

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M.A. in English

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Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)

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Placements: In open universities, placements are rare. Only a few companies visit, with the highest package being 2-3 LPA. Many internships are available for technical courses like BCA and B.Sc. UPSC IAS coaching is provided for free here. Overall, it is a good university; in upcoming years, many companies are expected to visit.

Infrastructure: A good hostel facility is available for both boys and girls, with well-maintained rooms and Wi-Fi. There is a good mess facility and a delicious sports club and gym rooms on the premises. Additionally, there are a post office and an ATM within the campus. The classes are digital, and the hostel rooms are excellent, surrounded by a garden and a cricket stadium.

Faculty: The faculty and curriculum are excellent. UPSC IAS preparation is provided here, offering quality education. The university's goal is to provide higher education to everyone, everywhere. It boasts qualified professors for every subject, with separate departments dedicated to each.

Other: A good university for distance learners.

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Q: What is the fees range for courses offerred by the Karnataka State Open University?

The fees range for courses offerred by the Karnataka State Open University is around INR 2250 - INR 56150.

Q: Are there any specializations offered by Karnataka State Open University?

Karnataka State Open University is a good institution for B.Ed, M.A, B.A, M.Sc, BCA, BBA, B.Sc, B.Com, M.Com, M.Lib.I.Sc, B.Lib.I.Sc, UG Diploma, Certificate, MBA/PGDM courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialization at Karnataka State Open University are Public Administration, Hindi, Ancient History, English, Food & Nutrition, Information Technology, Home Science, Sales & Marketing, Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE), Computer Science, Business Law, Financial Planning & Analysis, Human Resources, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Operations, Corporate Law, Finance.

Q: Which courses does Karnataka State Open University offer?

Karnataka State Open University provides programmes including B.Ed, M.A, B.A, M.Sc, BCA, BBA, B.Sc, B.Com, M.Com, M.Lib.I.Sc, B.Lib.I.Sc, UG Diploma, Certificate, MBA/PGDM in streams such as Teaching & Education, Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Engineering, IT & Software, Business & Management Studies, Accounting & Commerce, Mass Communication & Media, Medicine & Health Sciences, Law, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Hospitality & Travel, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Public Administration, Hindi, Ancient History, English, Food & Nutrition, Information Technology, Home Science, Sales & Marketing, Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE), Computer Science, Business Law, Financial Planning & Analysis, Human Resources, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Operations, Corporate Law, Finance.

Q: Which other college can I get admission to other than KCOU?

Karnataka State Open University (KCOU) offers a wide-range of UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode. This enables students to pursue education even if they are in a remote place or are working professionals. The open university offers an extensive range of ODL programmes which can be pursued through either online or offline mode. Interested candidates can refer to the below-mentioned list to know more about similar institutes that provide ODL courses:

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What is the duration of MCA after doing M.Sc IT from Karnataka State Open University?

Answered 7 months ago

The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programme at Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) has a duration of 2 years, structured over 4 semesters.

Vineet Singh Rautela

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Can I get a call from Karnataka State Open University for a B.Ed course? Can I get detailed information about this?

Answered 8 months ago

You'll not automatically get a call from the Karnataka State Open University for a B.Ed course; rather, you need to apply for that. Talking about the course, it is a 2-year course, and the total seats available for this course are 500. You need to have a graduation degree from a recognised universit

Harsh Vardhan Singh Deora

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Are admissions to M.Com in Marketing and Finance open at Karnataka State Open University for the academic year 2025?

Answered 9 months ago

Admissions to M.Com in Marketing and Finance open at Karnataka State Open University for the academic year 2025 started on November 15th , 2024. January 31st, 2025 was the last date to apply for PG program.

Subhrajeet Harichandan

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What is the age limit for B.Tech Civil Engineering at Karnataka State Open University?

Answered 11 months ago

There is no age limit for the B.Tech civil engineering. For every branch, there is no age limit. You just have to submit the previous documents.

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Is it easy to survive at Karnataka State Open University as a fresher?

Answered a year ago

Survival at Karnataka State Open University as a fresher is quite easy. It is an open university, hence visiting the university is not mandatory. Students can study while sitting in the comfort of their houses. As freshers, students may find difficulty in navigating the online learning management sy

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