MBA in Manipal

Yes you are eligible for UGC NET. The Master degree obtained through the distance mode are valid for UGC NET exam. There is no upper age limit for applying Assistant Professor. The eligibility criteria of UGC NET 2020 is given below. Eligibility criteria : General/Unreserved/General-EWS candidates who have secured at least 55% marks (without rounding off) in Masters Degree or equivalent examination from universities/institutions recognised by UGC in Humanities and Social Science (including languages), Computer Science and Applications, Electronic Science etc. Are eligible for this Test. List of subjects at Post Graduation level is attached as Annexure-IV of UGC NET Information bulletin. The Other Backward Classes (OBC) belonging to Non-Creamy Layer/Scheduled Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST)/Persons with Disability (PwD)/Transgender category candidates who have secured at least 50% marks (without rounding off) in Masters degree or equivalent examination are eligible for this Test. As per Annexure-IV you can apply under Management subject with code number 816. please visit the NTA website and SEE the UGC NET JUNE 2020 Information Bulletin for more details. https://ugcnet.nta.nic.in/WebInfo/Public/View.aspx?page=1.

As per your query, it seems that you wish to pursue MBA through distance education so regarding this, please remember, pursuing MBA through distance education do have a value provided you pursue it from a well reputed and recognised universities. As per the official website of Sikkim Manipal University-Distance education it is recognised by:
- University Grants Commission (UGC)
- Member of Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
Source link:
http://smude.edu.in/recognitions/recognitions-approval
Please note that the distance MBA is best suited for working professional by this they may easily maintain balance between their job and studies. The USP of distance education MBA lies in the fact that it provides job-oriented knowledge that can be immediately practised as one works alongside. Distance MBA allows students to enjoy the comfort of learning from their home, at a time which is most convenient for you and does not interfere with their busy work schedule. Another advantage is being able to attain a well-recognised degree which is well accepted by industry and government organisation.