OSOU Admission 2026: Last Date, UG, PG, Fees, Eligibility, Application Form & How to Apply

OSOU Admission 2026: The admission form of Odisha State Open University has been released for the January 2026 academic session for all UG and PG courses. Candidates can apply to take admission in courses like BA Hons Economics, MA Sociology, MBA, MCom, etc. The last date to apply for OSOU admission 2026 is 31 March 2026. Aspiring students can visit the official website @osou.ac.in to fill out the application form. The registration fee is INR 500 for all courses.

About University: Odisha State Open University is a government-oriented university that was established in 2015 by the Odisha State Legislature. It is recognised by prestigious educational institutions like UGC, AICTE, NCTE, BCI, and many others. The university is located in Sambalpur, Odisha, to offer distance education.

Detailed information about the university and courses is all given in this one article for the 2026-27 aspiring candidates!

OSOU Admission 2026 Overview Table

Category	Details
University Name	Odisha State Open University (OSOU), Sambalpur
Established	2015
Type	State Open University / Distance Education
Accreditation / Recognition	Recognized as a State Open University
Courses Offered (2026)	UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate, Skill-based, and Professional Programs
Mode of Education	Distance Learning / Online & Study-Centre Based
Eligibility Criteria	UG: 10+2 or equivalent; PG: Graduation from a recognized university
Admission Process (2026)	Online Application → Document Upload → Fee Payment
Examination Mode	Pen-paper exams at designated centres
Learning Support	LMS, e-Library, Study Materials, Counselling Sessions
Medium of Instruction	English and Odia
Official Website	osou.ac.in

OSOU Admission 2026

Odisha State Open University opens its admission portal twice a year, in January and July. Currently, the admission process for the January 2026 session has started on 16 January 2026. The university is offering various UG and PG courses such as BA, MA, MBA, and MCom in several specialisations. OSOU Admission 2026 last date is 31 March 2026, and the application fee is Rs 500/. The selection of the applicants is merit-based. 

Academic Event	Date
OSOU Online Application Form Release Date	16 January 2026
OSOU UG Admission Last Date	31 March 2026
OSOU PG Admission Last Date	31 March 2026
OSOU MBA Disaster Management Admission Last Date	31 March 2026
Classes Start Date	To Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria For OSOU Admission 2026

The eligibility criteria for UG and PG courses are given below for the students who want to take admission in the OSOU distance education.

Eligibility Criteria for UG Programmes:

• Have a 10+2 in any stream or equivalent from a recognised board.
• Scored 50% marks in 12th standard.
• 5% of relaxation is given to the reserved categories in the marking criteria.
• No age boundaries in taking admission.

Eligibility Criteria for PG Programmes:

• Must have a graduation degree from a UGC-approved university.
• Have scored 50% marks in the UR Category.
• 45% marks by the reserved categories at the graduation level.
• No age limitations to submit an online application form.

Odisha State Open University Courses & Fees

OSOU Open University offers multiple courses to undergraduate and postgraduate students for a duration of 2 to 4 years in distance education. The fee structure for the bachelor’s and master’s courses is affordable for the candidates. 

The average fee for UG programmes is INR 5,550 to 6,000 per annum. PG candidates who want to take admission into the OSOU open university have to pay an INR 7,500 fee per annum. The registration fee is INR 500 as a non-refundable fee for the January 2026 session.

Courses	Fees per annum
Distance MA Sociology	INR 7,500
Distance MA Sanskrit	INR 7,500
Distance MA Economics	INR 7,500
Distance MA in Rural Development	INR 7,500
Distance MA English	INR 7,500
Distance MA Hindi	INR 7,500
Distance MA Public Administration	INR 7,500
Distance MA History	INR 7,500
Distance MA Odia	INR 7,500
Distance MA Political Science	INR 7,500
Distance Master of Commerce	INR 7,500
Distance MBA	INR 7,500

OSOU MBA Admission 2026

OSOU Open University provides an MBA course in disaster management specialisation. The duration of this course is 2 to 4 years in the semester system. The course is offered to students who have completed their BA degree from a recognised university. The total fee for the OSOU MBA  admission is INR 15,000, and candidates can pay this fee in instalments as well. The fee in instalments will be INR 7,500 per year, and INR 500 is the registration fee.

OSOU MCom Admission 2026

The university offers a Master’s degree in commerce to the undergraduates, and it is a 2-year-long course in distance education. The course includes topics related to finance, accounting, and business. Candidates who have completed their graduate degree are eligible to take admission in the OSOU MCom programmes. The total fee for this programme is INR 15,000 for 2 years and INR 7,500 per annum in instalments. There is an application fee, which is INR 500 as a non-refundable fee for the students.

OSOU Admission Process 2026

The tentative date for admissions to OSOU Open University is 16 January 2026 for the 2026 academic cycle. Interested students can follow the given admission process to have hassle-free admissions to their desired course.

• Step 1: Click on the link https://www.osou.ac.in/
• Step 2: Then scroll down and tap on the ‘admission 2026’ tab.
• Step 3: Now open the registration form and fill in your name, phone number, email-Id and many other details.
• Step 4: Click on the ‘submit’ option.
• Step 5: Then another form will appear on your screen to fill out with your personal and educational details.
• Step 6: After that, you have to upload your documents in the proper size.
• Step 7: Pay the fee via UPI, Netbanking, Credit, or Debit Cards.
• Step 8: As a final step, take a printout of the application form and the fee receipt for future reference.

OSOU Contact Details:

• Main Campus Address: Odisha State Open University, At- Badsinghari, Po- Goshala Chowk, Dist- Sambalpur – 768024, Odisha, India
• Phone Numbers (Headquarters):
  • Examinations & Results: +91-663-2521700
  • Study Materials: +91-663-2521600
• Toll-Free Number: 1800-34567-58
• General Email: info@osou.ac.in
• Website: osou.ac.in

FAQs About OSOU Admission

Que1. What is the fees of Odisha Open University?

Ans. The average fee is INR 5,500 to 7,500 per annum at the OSOU Open University for both the UG and PG courses.

Que2. How to get admission to Odisha State Open University?

Ans. The university provides admission on a merit basis through the online website of the university.

Que3. Does OSOU offer courses in distance education?

Ans. Yes, OSOU is an open university, and it offers various UG and PG courses in distance education.

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