MPBOU is inviting applications for the B.Ed, D.El.Ed, and B.Ed (Special Education) Programs. Interested candidates can apply till February 29, 2024.
MPBOU is inviting applications for the B.Ed, D.El.Ed, and B.Ed (Special Education) Programs. Interested candidates can apply till February 29, 2024.
Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University offers admission for the 2026-27 cycle in more than 73 Open and Distance Learning programmes. Students can join through the July session or the January session, and courses such as BA and MBA are offered through the MPOnline admission process.
Most MPBOU courses use qualifying exam marks for admission. BA, B.Com, BBA, BCA, MA, MBA, and M.Sc do not need an entrance test, while B.Ed, D.El.Ed, and M.Ed Special Education admission is based on a separate MPBOU entrance test.
MPBOU Admission Portal 2026: mpbou.mponline.gov.in
Direct Admission at MPBOU: The university does not run a management quota or NRI quota. Admission is handled on merit through the MPOnline portal.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UG first-year applications for BA, B.Sc, B.Com and BBA under JUN-JUL 2026-27 session | July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 |
| UG first-year applications for BLIS, B.Sc Cyber Security, B.Sc Data Science and BJMC under JUN-JUL 2026-27 session | July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 |
| PG previous year applications under JUN-JUL 2026-27 session | July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 |
| PG Diploma, Diploma and Certificate first-year applications under JUN-JUL 2026-27 session | July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026 |
| B.Ed Special Education counselling, first round for 2026-29 | June 20, 2026 to December 31, 2026 |
| D.El.Ed ODL counselling schedule for 2026-28 | July 23, 2026 to December 31, 2026 |
| January 2027 session expected opening | December 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Next B.Ed, D.El.Ed and M.Ed Special Education application cycle expected opening | March 2027 (Tentative) |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
MPBOU teaches UG courses in arts, commerce, science and professional subjects through ODL mode. Students do not have to attend regular campus classes, and admission depends on their 10+2 marks.
| Programme | Minimum Eligibility | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| BA | 10+2 pass from any recognized board | INR 2,500 |
| B.Com | INR 2,730 | |
| BBA | INR 9,000 | |
| BCA | INR 9,000 | |
| B.Sc (Biology and Mathematics) | 10+2 with relevant Science subjects | INR 2,965 |
| B.Sc IT | 10+2 pass from any recognized board | INR 9,000 |
| B.Sc Data Science and Cyber Security | 10+2 with Mathematics | INR 8,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
For UG courses, MPBOU checks the marks scored in the 10+2 exam. Students do not need to appear for an entrance exam, interview or counselling round for these programmes.
As an open university, MPBOU does not set a fixed seat limit for most ODL courses. Eligible students are enrolled after their documents are verified.
MPBOU PG courses are offered in ODL mode with a minimum study period of 2 years. The university offers PG options in arts, commerce, science and management, and MA, MBA, M.Com and M.Sc admission is given without an entrance test.
| Programme | Minimum Eligibility | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| MA (Hindi, History, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Geography) | Graduation from any recognized university | INR 6,600 to 9,000 |
| M.Com | B.Com or equivalent graduation | INR 9,000 |
| MBA (General, Material Management, STEM) | Graduation from any recognized university | INR 9,000 |
| M.Sc IT | BCA, B.Sc IT, or equivalent graduation | INR 9,000 |
| M.Sc (Zoology, Maths, Chemistry, Botany) | B.Sc with relevant Science subjects | INR 9,000 |
| MSW | Graduation from any recognized university | INR 9,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
PG admission at MPBOU is decided through graduation marks. There is no entrance exam or interview, and enrolment is confirmed after document checking on the MPOnline portal.
MPBOU handles teacher education admission separately from its direct UG and PG courses. B.Ed, D.El.Ed and M.Ed Special Education applicants must take the entrance exam, after which the university releases a merit list and calls selected students for counselling at the assigned centre.
The 2026 counselling process is active for eligible programmes. The next MPBOU B.Ed admission cycle is expected to begin in March 2027 (Tentative).
| Programme (Duration) | Minimum Eligibility | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| B.Ed ODL - 2 years | Graduation with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC) | INR 30,000 |
| D.El.Ed - 2 years | 10+2 with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC) | INR 19,200 |
| B.Ed Special Education (SEDE) - 2.5 years | Graduation with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC) | INR 36,000 |
| M.Ed Special Education (SEDE) - 2 years | B.Ed with min 55% (50% for SC/ST) | INR 9,000 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Important eligibility note: For B.Ed ODL, MPBOU accepts a graduation degree completed in regular face-to-face mode. A distance learning graduation degree is not valid for this B.Ed admission.
MPBOU holds a written entrance exam for B.Ed, D.El.Ed and M.Ed Special Education admission. Entrance marks are used to prepare the merit list, and shortlisted students then complete counselling and document verification at the centre.
MPBOU has not announced a separate university scholarship scheme. SC, ST, OBC and EWS students can apply for Madhya Pradesh state government scholarships if they meet the rules.
| Scholarship | Eligible Students | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| MP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC) | SC students enrolled at MPBOU | MP State Government |
| MP Post-Matric Scholarship (ST) | ST students enrolled at MPBOU | MP State Government |
| MP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC) | OBC students enrolled at MPBOU | MP State Government |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes | Eligible students across all categories | Central Government |
Students can apply through the official MP Scholarship Portal or the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. At MPBOU, BA starts at INR 2,500 per year and MBA starts at INR 9,000 per year.
Ques. What is the current MPBOU admission deadline for the JUN-JUL 2026-27 session?
Ans. The MPOnline portal lists September 30, 2026 as the end date for several JUN-JUL 2026-27 UG, PG, Diploma, PG Diploma and Certificate admission forms. The January 2027 session is expected to open on December 31, 2026.
Ques. Is an entrance test needed for BA or MA at MPBOU?
Ans. BA, MA, MBA and M.Com admission is based on qualifying exam marks. An entrance test is required only for B.Ed, D.El.Ed and M.Ed Special Education.
Ques. Who can apply for MBA admission at MPBOU?
Ans. Students with a graduation degree from any recognised university can apply for MBA. The university has not stated a minimum percentage for MBA admission, and the annual MBA fee is INR 9,000.
Ques. Does MPBOU admission depend on domicile or age?
Ans. No domicile rule is applied for MPBOU admission, so students from any Indian state may apply. Most ODL programmes also do not have a maximum age limit.
Ques. How large is the MPBOU ODL course list?
Ans. MPBOU offers more than 73 programmes in Open and Distance Learning mode. The list covers UG, PG, PG Diploma, Diploma and Certificate courses in arts, commerce, science, management, IT, education and social work.
Ques. How much does MPBOU charge for application forms?
Ans. The application fee is INR 150 for UG programmes and INR 300 for PG programmes. B.Ed and D.El.Ed entrance exam applicants pay INR 800, and all payments are made online through MPOnline.
Ques. Is MPBOU suitable for working students?
Ans. Yes. MPBOU follows the ODL model, so regular physical attendance at the university is not required. The July and January admission sessions also give working professionals more than one chance to join during the year.
Ques. What fee does a student pay for B.Ed at MPBOU?
Ans. B.Ed ODL costs INR 60,000 in total, with INR 30,000 charged per year for 2 years. D.El.Ed costs INR 38,400 in total, and B.Ed Special Education costs INR 90,000 in total.
Ques. Are MPBOU degrees recognised?
Ans. Yes. MPBOU is a UGC-recognised State Open University. Its ODL courses are approved by UGC and the Distance Education Bureau, so the degrees can be used for higher studies and employment.
Ques. Which documents are needed during MPBOU admission?
Ans. UG applicants need the 10th marksheet, 12th marksheet, photograph and scanned signature. PG applicants must also upload the graduation degree certificate and final-year marksheet. B.Ed applicants need proof that their qualifying degree was completed in regular mode.
| COURSE | ADMISSION LINK |
|---|---|
| B.Com, B.Ed, B.Sc, BA, BBA/BBM | Admission Link |
| M.Sc, MBA/PGDM, PG Diploma in Commerce, PG Diploma in Management, UG Diploma in Management | Admission Link |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Timeline [MBA] (Online) | Jun 15, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 |
| Admission Timeline [UG Certificate] (Agriculture) | Jun 15, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 |
| Admission Timeline [PG Diploma] (Arts) | Jun 15, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 |
| Admission Timeline [Graduate Diploma] (Management) | Jun 15, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 |
| Admission Timeline [Graduate Certificate] (Arts) | Jun 15, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 |
| Admission Timeline [Diploma] (Arts) | Jun 15, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 |
| 1st Round Counselling for Admission 2026 [Graduate Diploma] (Education) | Jul 23, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 |
| 1st Round Counselling for Admission 2026 [B.Ed] (Special Education) | Jun 20, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 |
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