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    Netaji Subhas Open University: UG, PG, B.Ed, M.Ed, Fees, Admission 2025
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    Netaji Subhas Open University: UG, PG, B.Ed, M.Ed, Fees, Admission 2025

    Vivek KumarUpdated on 01 Oct 2025, 12:31 PM IST

    Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) is a state open university established in 1997 by West Bengal State Legislature Act XIX (1997) as the sole State Open University. Accredited with a NAAC Grade ‘A’, the university offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Certificate, Vocational, MBA, B.Ed./M.Ed. (Special Education), and Ph.D. programmes through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode.

    This Story also Contains

    1. Programmes Offered by Netaji Subhas Open University
    2. NSOU Eligibility Criteria
    3. Netaji Subhas Open University Admission 2025
    Netaji Subhas Open University: UG, PG, B.Ed, M.Ed, Fees, Admission 2025
    Netaji Subhas Open University: UG, PG, B.Ed, M.Ed, Fees, Admission 2025

    With 247 learner support centres (LSCs), three regional centres and enrolments of more than 5 lakh learners, NSOU continues to expand higher education opportunities for diverse groups of learners. Netaji Subhas Open University provides programmes through its Schools of Studies: School of Humanities, School of Social Sciences, School of Sciences, School of Education, School of Professional Studies, and School of Vocational Studies.

    Programmes Offered by Netaji Subhas Open University

    Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) offers distance programmes at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. In the 2024-25 session, 32,935 students enrolled in NSOU bachelor’s programmes and 9,945 students admitted in master’s programmes.

    List of Undergraduate Programmes

    Programme NameFees

    B.A in Bengali

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in Economics

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in Education

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in English

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in History

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in Political Science

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in Public Administration

    Rs 9,900

    B.A in Sociology

    Rs 9,900

    Bachelor in Commerce


    B.Sc. in Botany

    Rs 15,000

    B.Sc. in Chemistry

    Rs 15,600

    B.Sc. in Geography

    Rs 15,000

    B.Sc. in Mathematics

    Rs 13,800

    B.Sc. in Physics

    Rs 15,600

    B.Sc. in Zoology

    Rs 15,000

    Bachelor of Library and Information Science

    Rs 5,000

    B.Ed. Special Education (H.I./I.D/V.I.)

    Rs 40,000

    List of Postgraduate Programmes

    Programme Name

    Fees

    M.A in Bengali

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in Education

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in Journalism and Mass Communication

    Rs 26,000

    M.A in English

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in English Language Teaching

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in History

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in Political Science

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in Public Administration

    Rs 7,600

    M.A in Economics

    Rs 7,600

    Master of Commerce

    Rs 7,600

    Master of Library Information Science

    Rs 10,000

    M.Sc. in Geography

    Rs 36,000

    M.Sc.in Mathematics

    Rs 10,400

    M.Sc. in Zoology

    Rs 36,000

    M.Sc. in Environmental Science

    Rs 36,000

    Master of Social Work

    Rs 10,400

    M.Ed. Special Education (H.I./I.D/V.I.)

    Rs 17,000

    NSOU Eligibility Criteria

    The eligibility criteria for admission to Netaji Subhas Open University varies depending on the programme level. The minimum requirement for UG courses is 10+2 and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline for NSOU PG courses.

    Eligibility Criteria for UG Courses

    ParticularsEligibility

    Educational Qualification

    10+2 from recognised board or 10+2 in Vocational Courses

    Marks

    Minimum 40-50%

    Other Requirements

    For B.Ed. Special Education (H.I./I.D/V.I.) - 50% marks either in the Bachelor’s Degree or in the Master’s degree in Sciences/ Social Sciences/ Humanities or Bachelor’s in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Science and Mathematics with 55% marks or any other qualification equivalent thereto.

    Eligibility Criteria for PG Courses

    ParticularsEligibility

    Educational Qualification

    Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject

    Marks

    Minimum 40-50%

    Other Requirements

    For M.Ed. Special Education (H.I./I.D/V.I.) -B. Ed Spl. Ed. in the respective disability area (Intellectual Disability/ Hearing Impairment ) with minimum 50% marks from a recognised University along with RCI Registration, 2 years of experience of teaching CWSN or teaching in any Diploma/ B.Ed. Special Education programme recognised by RCI. OR B. Ed. General Course and a Diploma in Education Special Education in respective disability areas (Intellectual Disability/ Hearing Impairment ) (D. Ed. Spl. Ed. In I.D/ H.I) recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India with minimum 50% marks in each course with 2 years of experience of teaching CWSN or teaching in any Diploma/ B.Ed. Special Education programme recognized by RCI. OR a PG Diploma in Special Education in the respective disability area (Intellectual Disability/ Hearing Impairment) recognised by RCI (till Academic session 2014- 2015) with 2 years of experience of teaching CWSN or teaching in any Diploma/ B.Ed. Special Education programme recognised by RCI. OR B.A./ B.Sc./ B. Com. B. Ed. Spl. Ed. (4 years Integrated) in respective disability areas (Intellectual Disability/ Hearing Impairment) with minimum 50% marks from a recognised University with RCI Registration with 2 years of experience of teaching CWSN or teaching in any Diploma/ B.Ed. Special Education programme recognised by RCI.

    Netaji Subhas Open University Admission 2025

    Admission to Netaji Subhas Open University courses is done online. Candidates need to meet the eligibility criteria for their programme and then proceed for the application process.

    • Visit the official website of Netaji Subhas Open University

    • Select the programme and meet the eligibility criteria

    • Before registering check the programmes wherein admission is going

    • Create the ABC ID using a Digilocker account

    • Create the DEB ID to complete the application form

    • Keep all the scanned documents like aadhar number, Photo, Signature, Marks sheets, certificates ready

    • Enter Student's Email ID. The Email id is considered as the unique identifier throughout the application process

    • A verification code or OTP will be sent to the email id, enter the OTP and then continue the application process

    • Admission is confirmed after the assessment and profile evaluation

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    Netaji Subhas Open University admits thousands of students every year in various programmes. With 247 learner support centres, three regional centres, LMS and mobile app for digital course materials, and free access to materials for students, NSOU caters to the needs of higher education.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What student support services are provided by Netaji Subhas Open University?
    A:

    Netaji Subhas Open University provides pre-admission counselling, induction meetings, awareness programmes, online helpdesk, access to learners’ facilitation centres, and AI-enabled chatbot support (for B.Ed. Special Education admissions).

    Q: What are the programmes offered by Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU)?
    A:

    NSOU offers bachelor’s, master’s, diploma, vocational, B.Ed. (Special Education), and M.Ed. (Special Education) programmes. The university also provides short-term and skill-based vocational courses.

    Q: Who can apply for the NSOU courses?
    A:

    Anyone can apply for the NSOU courses after meeting the eligibility criteria and admission requirements for their programmes.

    Q: What is the admission mode at Netaji Subhas Open University?
    A:

    All admissions at Netaji Subhas Open University are done online.

    Q: What is the fee of Netaji Subhas Open University programmes?
    A:

    The fee for Netaji Subhas Open University programmes ranges from Rs 5,000 to Rs 36,000, depending on the programme.

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    Questions related to Netaji Subhas Open University Kolkata

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    Hello,

    As  per the status of the official website of Netaji Subhash Open University, no updates are provided yet regarding admission schedule of bachelor degree programs, nor is the official notification released either, hence stay updated at http://www.wbnsou.ac.in/ for the latest information regarding this.

    Yeah! The degree will be treated as the normal one. For Government exams the eligibility mentions that 'passed from a recognized university'. So NSOU is registered and there will no problem regarding it but as you now to get a Government service you have to study hard to pass the

    Hello,

    Last year, admission for BDP Program at NSOU commenced in the month of June, so if similar pattern is followed, admission in this year might take place accordingly.

    Stay updates at official website - wbnsou.ac.in