Fakir Mohan University, located at Balasore in Odisha, was established in 1999. The Fakir Mohan University is an initiative to bring better distance education to more students who are trying to find quality distance education. The university is recognized by DEB-UGC and accredited by AICTE. Fakir Mohan DDCE offers hand-picked UG and PG courses together with BA, BCA, MA, and M.Com in numerous disciplines. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) under the aegis of UGC has accredited F.M. University with a B+ grade with impact from 16.09.2016. As per the recent University ranking list free by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Government of India, Fakir Mohan University is ranked between the 151-200 rank band in India and thereby placing it among one of the top-ranked state Universities in Odisha.

In recent times the university has updated the following:

  • The 4th Hostel allotment list for both gents and ladies has been released.
  • Eligible candidates can apply for direct admission (first-cum-first basis) for all courses.

Fakir Mohan University Admissions 2024

PG Courses 2024

The university offers 5 and 8 courses under the department of science and the department of arts respectively. In addition to those, there are 7 regular courses. Details are mentioned below.

DEGREE COURSE ELIGIBILITY
M.Sc (Self Financing) Bioscience B.Sc (Hons.) in Botany or Zoology – minimum 50% marks
Computer Science B.Sc in concerned disciplines with an average of minimum 50% marks
Chemistry
APAB
Physics
M.Sc (Regular) Biotechnology Graduate in concerned disciplines with an average of 50% marks
Bioscience
Environment Science
M.A (Self Financing) Odia B.A (Hons) in the respective disciplines.
Public Management & Industrial Relation
Population Studies
Social Work
English
Sociology
Economics
Political Science
M.A (Regular) Sociology Any Graduate
Economics
Political Science
Population Studies
M.Tech Computer Science B.Tech Computer Science
MBA Regular Any Graduate
Bio Entrepreneurship
MCA Regular BCA

Selection Process

  • The admission for the above-mentioned courses will be based on the Odisha Joint Entrance Exam.
  • One has to opt for Fakir Mohan University in the counseling session.
  • All the qualified candidates have to be present during the counseling session for further formalities.

M.Phil Courses 2024

Young and bright scholars are given admission in 13 different M.Phil courses for 1 year. The list is mentioned below:

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Bioscience M.Sc (Hons.) in Botany or Zoology with a minimum 50% of marks
Biotechnology M.Sc (Hons.) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics with minimum 50% marks
Computer Science –
Environment Science M.Sc (Hons.) EVS with minimum 50% marks
Business Management MBA
Population Studies M.A (Population Studies)
Geography M.A (Geography)
Physics M.Sc (Physics)
Political Science M.A (Political Science)
Sociology M.A (Sociology)
Economics M.A (Economics)
History M.A (History)
Odia M.A (Odia)

Selection Process

  • The applications must be filled online/ offline.
  • Eligible candidates must appear for the compulsory entrance test for admission to M.Phil courses.
  • The merit list will be prepared based on the entrance test and career marks based on the candidate’s performance in the qualifying degree.

UG Distance Learning Programs 2024

Under the Directorate of Distance Education, various UG courses are offered. These courses are for 3 years.

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Odia Pass in 10+2 or equivalent
English
Hindi
History
Sociology
Economics
Political Science
Education
Sanskrit
Library science & Information

Post Graduate Distance Learning Programs 2024

COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Odia Graduate from any discipline
English
History
Economics
Political Science
Education
Sanskrit
Library science & Information Bachelors of Library science & Information
M.Com B.Com/ BBA/ MBA/ CA/ CS
MCA BCA
MBA Any Graduate
PG Diploma Computer Application Any Graduate
PG Diploma Cyber Law

Selection Procedure:

  • The admission is offered directly by the university.
  • Eligible candidates can apply through the university’s official website.

Fakir Mohan University Application Process

  • One has to fill the application form through offline or online mode. The application forms are available at the university campus and their website.
  • The application fee must be submitted through a demand draft issued in favor of Fakir Mohan University, PGR Fund, Payable at Balasore.
  • The application fee for:Regular and self-financing courses: Rs.300/-. Distance learning courses: Rs.250/-.
  • A separate application form has to be filled for each course.

Fakir Mohan University FAQs

Ques. How do we reach the campus?

Ans: A lot of students face this issue since The address of the old campus is Fakir Mohan UniversityVyasa Vihar, Near Remuna Golgi, Balasore and theThe address of the new campus is Fakir Mohan University, Vyasa Vihar, Nuapadhi, Balasore.

Ques. What is an acceptable mode of payment at the university?

Ans: the college Only Demand Draft (DD) is accepted by the university. The receipt of submitting the DD must be submitted along with the application form.But during the covid times, the college is also considering other modes of payments.

Ques. Does the university have a hostel?

Ans: Yes, the college provides hostel facilities along with a well-established mess, for both boys and girls.

Ques. Does the University provide study materials for distance learning candidates?

Ans: The college is famous for its education under distance education. Yes, the university provides books and audio & visual materials for better understanding to the candidates.

Ques. What is the list of documents to be submitted at the time of admission?

Ans: The certificate and mark sheet of the latest or previous educational institution, transfer certificates if applicable, government ID for verification.

Ques. How can a student part of distance educationappear for term-end examination and where?

Ans: The term-end examination will take place on the main campus of the university and if required they might even arrange for regional centers. The same shall be communicated by the universityto students on time.