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KSOU MBA programme is All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) approved and other programmmes of the university are also approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Moreover, it is a two-year full-time programme and KSOU University MBA admission is based on candidates' performance in the last qualifying examination. Additionally, the total number of seat intake is 10,000.
Yes, Karnataka State Open University does offer BDes prorgamme at the UG level. However, the university offers limited seats for the BDes programme. For more information, candidates can refer to the following table:
Particular | Highlights |
|---|---|
Duration | 3 years |
Course Level | UG Degree |
Mode of Course | Full Time |
Seat Breakup | 24 |
Candidates can check the below table for a comparison between BRAOU and KSOU based on the eligibility and MBA fees:
University Name | MBA Fee | Minimum Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
BRAOU | INR 30,000 | Graduation with a minimum 50% aggregate |
INR 9,400 - INR 3.7 lakh | Candidates shall possess any degree in any discipline of this university |
Karnataka State Open University Mysore provides various facilities to the students. These facilities of the university include Bank & ATM, Guest House, Canteen, Library, Post Office, Sports Facilities & GYM, Health Care Centre, Campus Wi-Fi, Prasarnaga, Laboratories, KSOU Radio App, KSOU DRUSHYAVAHIN, etc. KSOU Mysore provides hostel facilities, including girls' hostels and cottages providing limited accommodation to students attending the contact programmes or term-end examinations.
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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:
The KSOU library is open from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on all working days, as well as on government holidays too. However, during contact programs and university examinations, the timings are from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
BBA at KSOU is a three-year undergraduate programme structured under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). It is divided into six semesters, blending theoretical knowledge with practical exposure to help students build strong foundations in management, finance, and business practices.
To compare which university among KSOU and IGNOU is better for MBA, aspirants must compare their ROI, specialisations, seat intake, etc. Given below is a brief comparison between the two universities for their MBA courses on the basis of parameters including overall Shiksha rating and tuition fee:
| University Name | MBA tuition Fees | Shiksha Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MBA at KSOU | INR 9,400 - INR 3.7 lakh | 3.4/5 (Overall KSOU Shiksha rating) |
| MBA at IGNOU | INR 6,000 - INR 68,000 | 3.6/5 (Overall IGNOU Shiksha rating) |
NOTE: The above-mentioned fees are taken from their respective official sources. They are still subject to change and, hence, are indicative.
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Answered 3 months ago
Yes, you're eligible for the UGC NET exam.
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Answered 7 months ago
Yes, candidates who apply for BSc courses at KSOU are given admission based on merit. The scores taken into consideration for merit based admissions are the scores of the last qualifying exams. Candidates interested in KSOU BSc admissions can start applying from the month of February. The deadline f
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 7 months ago
According to the available data on KSOU Mysore BCom seats, there are around 100 seats available for BCom admissions in 2025. These 100 seats are available in Power Sol Institute which is affiliated to the KSOU. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as well as the admission process are the
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 8 months ago
Yes, KSOU does offer free Wi-Fi facility to all its students with 24 x 7 working hours with campus-wide coverage. With the use of a stable internet connection, students can access KSOU radio app, set-up for providing lessons and lectures from skilled professors and external resource persons to KSOU
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 8 months ago
Yes, a B.Com degree from Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) completed in 2017 is generally considered valid, especially for job applications in both the private and public sectors. KSOU was recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Distance Education Bureau (DEB) for its dista
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Hi I have completed my bpp based Bachelors degree and Masters from KSOU. Am I eligible for UGC NET exan.