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Admission at North Orissa University is usually in June-July for most of the courses, as per the academic calendar followed by the university.

The undergraduate and postgraduate admissions are likely to close for the year 2025 by late June for merit-based entrance and could stretch to mid-July for entrance-based courses such as MBA or MCA following examinations such as OJEE. The deadlines for Ph.D. and M.Phil. are usually in conjunction with the entrance tests and may extend to August.

Availability of the particular dates will depend on the annual notification issued by the university, which is inclusive of an application-psych sheet and counseling rounds. Penalties will be applied to late applications, or students may lose the regular intake for the session, as it generally commences in August. 

North Orissa University popular courses include MBA, MCA, and B.Ed. based on career relevance. The MBA programme has attracted students who want to take the management route, specializing in finance and marketing, with regional tie-ups with industries. MCA draws students interested in technology where the focus is on programming and IT skills in line with India's growing digital section. B.Ed. is popular among those who wish to take the teaching path, providing recognition for schools.

At the higher level, students would lean more toward M.Sc. in Botany and Zoology because of their relevance to the biodiversity of the region. There is, therefore, a demand for M.A. in Odia and English in view of the cultural and academic significance. In this manner, these courses differ with tangible outcomes and take into account the local job market creations, thus making them a priority among students.

North Orissa University incorporates a host of courses spread over different disciplines. Under-graduate programs include B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), B.A. (Economics, History, Political Science), and B.Com. Post-graduate options include M.Sc. (Botany, Zoology, Chemistry), M.A. (Odia, English, Sociology), and M.Com.

Available professional courses include MBA, MCA, and B.Ed., intending students toward careers. Further, it offers research scholars M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs in sciences, arts, and commerce. This university also offers certificate and Diploma courses in computer applications, tribal studies, and many such most of their programs covering traditional as well as vocational arenas, emphasizing the university's diverse student needs in Odisha.

North Orissa University MBA fee structure is pretty inexpensive, being a state government institution. For two years, the tuition fee generally was about INR 25,000-50,000 per year, which totals to INR 50,000-1,00,000.

 This fee covers expenses like examinations and library facilities. Registration (INR 2,000-5,000 at the beginning), hostel fees (INR 10,000-15,000 per year), and other charges (INR 5,000-10,000) may bring the overall figure to INR 70,000-1,30,000.

 Fees differ slightly, depending on category (e.g., SC/ST concessions) or programme details like electives. Compared to private institutes charging above INR 5,00,000, it is budget-friendly, representing public funding and focus on accessible education across Odisha.

KKHSOU (Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University) in Assam has a refund policy for operations based on certain preconditions.

Generally, the fees are refundable in the context of student withdrawal from a course before the course begins or during a stipulated period shortly after enrollment, commonly around 15-30 days as set out in each university.

 The refundable amount differs: full refund in case of withdrawal before the commencement of classes, less a nominal processing fee (e.g.INR  500-1,000); partial refund toward the end of the semester if it is validated with the withdrawal.

No refunds are issued after the deadline or when dispatched. Exact details specifically, timelines and deductions, defined are found in KKHSOU's official admission prospectus, which students check since policies might shift slightly year to year.