BRAOU admission is open twice every year for the January and July sessions. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University offers more than 70 UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate and PhD programmes, including B.Ed and MBA. For most UG and PG courses, the application fee is INR 300, while B.Ed and MBA applicants pay INR 1000.

BRAOU January 2026 admission was open till April 30, 2026. Students applying for the current admission cycle must complete the form online through the university portal.

  • Most Popular Program: B.Ed
    • The university selects students through an entrance exam.
  • Application Fees: INR 300 for UG and PG courses
    • INR 1000 for B.Ed and MBA courses

Eligibility & Selection

  • Most UG and PG courses use merit for admission.
  • B.Ed, MBA and PhD admissions are based on entrance tests.
  • Entrance Exam Accepted: University Entrance Exam
    • TG-ICET for MBA

Students can apply through the BRAOU online admission portal: braouonline.in

BRAOU Important Dates

BRAOU admits students in the January and July cycles. Direct admission is done through the BRAOU admission portal, while B.Ed and MBA admission also needs an entrance test.

Event Date
BRAOU 2026-27 registration, online application submission and tuition fee payment last date October 13, 2026
BRAOU July session counselling (tentative) October 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

BRAOU Admission 2026

BRAOU takes applications online for UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate and PhD courses. Selection is either merit-based or entrance-based, depending on the course chosen by the student.

BRAOU January 2026 admission closed on 30 April 2026. The university conducts admission in online mode through its admission portal.

  • Admission Mode: Merit-based and entrance-based for B.Ed, MBA and PhD
  • Application Mode: Online
  • Registration Fee: INR 300 and non-refundable
  • Official Website: @ braou.ac.in

BRAOU UG Admission 2026

BRAOU offers B.Ed (General) and B.Ed (Special Education) for a duration of two years. Students need a bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Admission is through the B.Ed entrance test held by the university.

B.Ed Program Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
General Bachelor's degree with 50% marks in aggregate, or 40% for SC/ST students University Entrance Exam
Special Education (Hearing Impairment, Visual Impairment and Mental Retardation) Bachelor's degree

BRAOU PG Admission 2026

BRAOU offers MBA (General) and MBA Hospital & Health Care Management (HHCM), each for 2 years. MBA applicants must have a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks. Selection is based on TG ICET or the university entrance exam, followed by group discussion and personal interview.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
MBA (General) Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 50% marks TG ICET or University Entrance Exam, followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview
MBA (Healthcare) Any graduate degree other than Oriental Languages & Fine Arts from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks

BRAOU PhD Admission 2026

BRAOU selects students for PhD courses through an entrance-based process. Students who apply for PhD admission must keep the entrance test hall ticket or rank card ready when it is required.

BRAOU Certificate and Diploma Admission 2026

BRAOU also offers Diploma and Certificate courses. Certificate courses are available in 3 fields and usually run for 6 months to 1 year.

Certificate Courses Offered by BRAOU

  • Certificate Programme in NGO Management
  • Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Care and Education (CECE)
  • Certificate Programme in Food and Nutrition (CPFN)

How to Apply at BRAOU?

Students can complete the BRAOU application process by following these steps:

  • Go to the official BRAOU website at braouonline.in.
  • Open the "Admissions" tab on the homepage.
  • Choose the programme for which you want to apply.
  • Enter the needed personal and education details in the online form.
  • Upload the required documents, such as marksheet, passport-size photo and signature.
  • Pay the application fee through an online payment method.
  • Submit the filled application form.
  • Take a printout of the submitted form for later use.

More Details About BRAOU Admission

Ques. Which certificate programmes are available at BR Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad?

Ans. The university offers certificate courses in 3 areas, with a duration of 6 months to 1 year. The courses are:

  • Certificate Programme in NGO Management
  • Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Care and Education (CECE)
  • Certificate Programme in Food and Nutrition (CPFN)

Ques. Is offline application allowed for BRAOU admission?

Ans. No. BRAOU conducts the admission process online, from form filling to counselling. Students must use the university admission portal to apply.

BRAOU Admission Process for Entrance-Based Courses

BRAOU uses entrance exams for courses such as B.Ed and MBA. PhD admission is also entrance-based. Students must qualify as per the rule for the course they choose.

BRAOU MBA Admission Process

For MBA admission, students can qualify through ICET or the University Entrance Exam. After the entrance stage, the selection process includes a group discussion and a personal interview.

BRAOU B.Ed Admission Process

For B.Ed (General) and B.Ed (Special Education), BRAOU conducts its own entrance test. Students must also meet the bachelor's degree eligibility rule for the chosen B.Ed programme.

BRAOU Admission Status 2026

After submitting the BRAOU admission form, students should check whether their application is approved or still being processed. The university sends admission confirmation by email and SMS, but students should also track the status online.

How to Check BRAOU Admission Status 2026?

  • Visit the official BRAOU admission status portal.
  • Enter the Enrollment Number, Control Number or Programme Code.
  • Complete the captcha check.
  • Click on "Submit".
  • Select "Know Your Status" to see the admission details.

What Happens After BRAOU Admission is Confirmed?

  • Students receive an enrollment number and login details after confirmation.
  • Study material is provided in printed or digital form.
  • Students can contact their Regional or Study Centre for academic help.
  • They should check the assignment schedule, academic calendar and exam updates.
  • They can start accessing the course content.

BRAOU Re-Registration 2026

BRAOU asks existing students to complete re-registration when they continue to the next semester or academic cycle, either the January or July session. This is required for most UG and PG courses that follow a semester-wise or year-wise pattern.

BRAOU Re-Registration Portal 2026

BRAOU Re-Registration Eligibility Criteria 2026

Students can apply for re-registration after completing the previous semester or year, clearing all pending course or programme fees, submitting required assignments or projects and keeping their studies continuous. If there is a study gap, they should contact the regional centre.

Documents Required for BRAOU Re-Registration

  • Previous semester or year result
  • BRAOU Enrollment Number
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Fee payment proof
  • Completed assignments or projects, if applicable

BRAOU Admission FAQs

Ques. Do BRAOU students have to re-register in each semester?

Ans. Yes. Re-registration is needed every semester for BRAOU students, mainly in multi-semester courses such as undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma programmes. It keeps the student's enrollment active, allows course progression and gives access to study material. Students must finish re-registration before the deadline to avoid a break in studies.

Ques. What marks relaxation does BRAOU give to reserved category students?

Ans. BRAOU gives marks relaxation to reserved category students. The category-wise relaxation is given below:

Category Reservation%
General No relaxation
SC 5
ST 5
BC 5
PH 5

Ques. Are live online classes available at BRAOU?

Ans. No. BRAOU does not conduct live lectures. Students can use recorded video lessons made available online by the university. Audio and video lessons are also broadcast through All India Radio and Doordarshan Yadagiri channel.

Ques. Which documents are needed while applying for BRAOU admission?

Ans. Students should keep the following documents ready for BRAOU admission:

  • Recent passport-sized photo
  • Scanned signature
  • Class 10 & 12 marksheets
  • Graduation degree or marksheet for PG, B.Ed and MBA
  • Transfer or Migration Certificate
  • Valid ID proof, such as Aadhaar, PAN, Passport or Voter ID
  • Caste or Category certificate, if applicable
  • Disability or domicile certificate, if applicable
  • Entrance Test Hall Ticket or Rank Card for B.Ed, B.Ed SE and Ph.D