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TNOU Courses and Fees 2024
TNOU offers B.Sc., UG Diploma, MCA and PG Diploma courses in a wide range of specialisations. All the courses are offered across various streams, namely Design, IT & Software, Humanities & Social Sciences, etc. Read more about TNOU courses and fees in the following table along with the minimum requirement to pursue TNOU courses:
| Courses | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
M.Sc.(13 courses) | 6.5 K - 25.8 K | |
After 10th Diploma(13 courses) | 3.5 K - 7.2 K | |
Certificate(35 courses) | 500 - 2 K |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
Q: Â Is B.Ed available in Tamil Nadu Open University?
Tamil Nadu Open University offers two-year B.Ed Special Education in distance education mode through the Department of Special Education. Besides, the university also offers two-year B.Ed programme. However, the student-teacher is
permitted to complete within a maximum period of 5 years, after the enrolment.
The duration for B.Ed Spl.Ed is two-years for candidates with RCI recognised D.Ed Specialisation Education, Candidates can complete the programme within a maximum period of four years, after enrolment. For aspirants who does not possess any RCI recignised D.Ed Special Education, the duration of the course is two and a half years.
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Q: Â What is the fee for MBA at Tamil Nadu Open University?
Candidates who get admission to Tamil Nadu Open University MBA are required to pay the TNOU MBA fees which range between INR 23,400 and INR 1 lakh.
Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
Upvote Q: Â Who is eligible for B.Ed in Tamil Nadu Open University?
Tamil Nadu Open University offers both B.Ed and B.Ed Spl.Ed. for two-year each. Below is the minimum academic qualification required to apply for any of the programmes:
- Aspirants must pass bachelor's or master's degree in relevant subjects with at least 50% aggregate to apply for TNOU B.Ed and B.Ed Spl.Ed. programme.
- Candidates with bachelor's in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Science and Mathematics with a minimum of 55% aggregate can also apply.
- There is relaxation in the aggregate for reserved category candidates. Aspirants belonging to BC/ BCM need 45% aggregate, 43% for MBC/ DNC and 40% for SC/ SCA/ ST in graduation.
Upvote Q: Â When can I apply for B.Ed at TNOU?
Tamil Nadu Open University applications for B.Ed begin in January. For B.Ed Spl.Ed, the application closed in the end of January. Below is application deadline for TNOU B.Ed programme:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of application form | 22 Jan '24 |
| Last date to apply | 31 Jan '24 |
Upvote Q: Â How to join Tamil Nadu Open University?
In order to get admission to TNOU offered courses, candidates must meet the eligibility conditions and complete the application process. Admission to the courses is merit-based, i.e. , applicants' performance in the last qualifying examination is evaluated. For B.Ed Spl.Ed., MPhil and PhD courses, candidates have to appear for an entrance exam conducted by the university. TNOU releases a rank list to announce the names of the shortlisted candidates. Selected candidates need to participate in the admission counselling.
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TNOU offers B.Sc., UG Diploma, MCA and PG Diploma courses in a wide range of specialisations. All the courses are offered across various streams, namely Design, IT & Software, Humanities & Social Sciences, etc. Read more about TNOU courses and fees in the following table along with the minimum requirement to pursue TNOU courses:
| Course Name | One-Time Fee | Tuition Fee | Hostel Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA/PGDM | NA | INR 24,800 | NA |
| B.Sc. | INR 300 | INR 15,600 - INR 22,000 | NA |
| M.Sc. | NA | INR 6,500 - INR 25,800 | NA |
| BCA | NA | INR 28,100 | NA |
| B.Com | NA | INR 9,000 - INR 12,800 | NA |
| After 10th Diploma | INR 300 | INR 3,500 - INR 7,200 | NA |
| B.A. | NA | INR 3,000 - INR 10,800 | NA |
| B.Lit. | NA | INR 6,725 | NA |
Commonly asked questions On Fees Breakdown
Q: Â How much is the fee at TNOU?
TNOU fees include multiple components, such as the tuition fee, hostel fee, etc. Caution fee is one-time payable at the time of admission. Furthermore, a 100% fee concession is given to jail inmates, transgenders, and destitute windows students. But the convocation fee has to be paid. Find below top TNOU courses along with their fee:
| Course Name | One-Time Fee | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | NA | INR 24,800 - INR 1 lakh |
| BSc | INR 300 | INR 15,600 - INR 22,000 |
| MSc | NA | INR 6,500 - INR 25,800 |
| BCA | NA | INR 28,100 |
| BCom | NA | INR 9,000 - INR 12,800 |
| After 10th Diploma | INR 300 | INR 3,500 - INR 7,200 |
| BA | NA | INR 3,000-INR 10,800 |
Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
Upvote Q: Â What is the fee structure for an MBA programme at TNOU?
The total tuition fee for TNOU MBA ranges between INR 23,400 and INR 1 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates need to pay the course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the university. Besides, the fee also includes other components such as one-time fee, exam fee, etc.
Upvote Q: Â What is the fee for B.A at Tamil Nadu Open University?
Candidates who get admission to Tamil Nadu Open University BA are required to pay the TNOU BA fees which range between INR 3,000 and INR 10,800 depending upon the specialisation selected by candidates.
Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
Upvote Q: Â What is the fee refund policy at TNOU?
TNOU does not refunds programme fee once paid by the candidates. However, if on scrutiny, the applicant is found ineligible for admission to his or her programme of choice, an amount of INR 500 is with held by the university as processing fee. The balance amount of the fee already paid to the university is refunded to the applicant in such case.
Upvote Q: Â What is the Tamil Nadu Open University fee for BSc?
Candidates who get admission to Tamil Nadu Open University BSc are required to pay the TNOU BSc fees which range between INR 15,600 and INR 22,000 depending upon the specialisation selected by candidates.
Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
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M.Sc. Admissions 2025
Eligibility- Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
6 Jan '25 | M.Sc. Admission Notification and opening |
M.A. Admissions 2025
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
6 Jan '25 | M.A. Admission Notification and opening |
B.A. Admissions 2025
Eligibility- Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, WBCHSE, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th, UP 12th, Karnataka 2nd PUC
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
6 Jan '25 | B.A. Admission Notification and opening |
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TNOUÂ Admission FAQs
Q: Â Which colleges can I get admission to other than TNOU?
TNOU provides multiple courses in Open & Distance Learning Mode. These courses allows people to access education widely and remotely. ODL courses can be pursued in either online or offline mode. Candidates can choose an institute that provides their desired course in their preferred mode. Other institutes that offer such courses are listed below:
Upvote Q: Â Is TNOU hard to get?
No, it is not hard to get admission into Tamil Nadu Open University. It is a open university and it offers admisison based on merit. The university offers undergrdaute and postgradute programmes across various streams such as Science, Commerce, Management, and others. Candidates must qualify the eligibility criteria set by the univeristy for the desired course.
Upvote Q: Â What is the selection criteria for B.Ed at TNOU?
Tamil Nadu Open University selects candidates for B.Ed based on their merit in the last qualifying exam. For B.Ed Special Education, the university conducts an entrance exam. Once the results are out, candidates are further called for counselling. In case of B.Ed, TNOU releases a rank list. Shortlisted candidates need to participate in the admission counselling. During the counselling, candidates are allotted learner support centres.
Upvote Q: Â What is the application fee for B.Ed at TNOU?
Candidates need to pay an application fee to apply for B.Ed/ B.Ed Spl.Ed programme. There is relaxation in application fee for SC/ ST students. Below is the application fee for TNOU B.Ed:
| Course | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| B.Ed | INR 500 |
| B.Ed Special Education | INR 500 (INR 250 for SC/ ST) |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates seeking admission in any of the Diploma programmes offered at TNOU must pass a minimum of Class 12 or equivalent. The university shortlists candidates for Diploma based on their merit in the last qualifying exam. Selected candidates have to pay the programme fee to confirm their seat in t
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Candidates can download the application form for B.Ed from the official website of TNOU. The cost of application form is INR 500. aspirants need to submit the application form along with relevant certificates and application processing fee in the form of DD from any nationalised bank in favour of “T
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates must pass Class 12 along with a bachelor's degree from any recognised university to apply for TNOU MBA programme. Aspirants must hold the documents such as marksheets, certificates, etc. proving their claim for verification at the time of admission. Besides, the selection for MBA is based
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, Tamil Nadu Open University offers MBA programme for two-years at the PG level. The course is offered in semester pattern with curriculum divided into four semesters. Aspirants need to pass graduation to apply for MBA course. The selection for MBA is based on merit of the candidates in the last
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TNOU BCom admission 2024 is based on scores obtained by candidates in the Class 12. Candidates seeking admission to BCom at Tamil Nadu Open University are required to meet the eligibility criteria. Candidates must have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination.
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