VMOU offers 70+ courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and doctoral levels through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode. VMOU courses span five streams — Arts & Humanities, Commerce & Management, Science & Technology, Education, and Library & Information Science — with flagship programmes including BA, BCom, BSc, BCA, BBA, B.Ed, MA, MCom, MSc, MBA, MCA, and PhD.
Kota Open University operates under five academic schools: School of Humanities & Social Sciences, School of Commerce & Management, School of Science & Technology, School of Education, and School of Continuing Education. Popular Vardhman Mahaveer Open University courses include BA, B.Ed, MBA, BCA, and MA, favoured for their flexible learning format, UGC-DEB recognition, and affordable VMOU fee structure.
VMOU also offers diploma and certificate programmes for skill development and short-term learning needs. Admissions happen in two cycles every year — January and July — with applications available at vmou.ac.in. VMOU fees range between INR 9,900 and INR 57,660 for all programmes
VMOU courses cover all major academic levels: UG (3–5 years), PG (2 years), Diploma (1 year), Certificate (6 months), and PhD. Students can pursue a degree entirely through distance learning, with study materials delivered to their homes.
All VMOU degrees are recognised by UGC-DEB and are valid for government jobs, private employment, and further higher education across India. Below is the VMOU Kota courses list.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA | 3 Years | 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum 45% marks | Merit-based |
| BCom | 3 Years | 10+2 with Commerce/any stream with minimum 45% | Merit-based |
| BSc | 3 Years | 10+2 in Science (PCM/PCB) with a minimum 45% | Merit-based |
| BBA | 3 Years | 10+2 from a recognised board with minimum 45% | Merit-based |
| BCA | 3 Years | 10+2 with Maths or Computer Science preferred | Merit-based |
| B.Ed | 2 Years | Graduation with a minimum 50% marks | VMOU B.Ed Entrance Exam |
| B.Lib.I.Sc (BLIS) | 1 Year | Graduation from a recognised university | Merit-based |
| MA | 2 Years | Relevant bachelor's degree with a minimum 45% | Merit-based |
| MCom | 2 Years | BCom or equivalent with a minimum 45% | Merit-based |
| MSc | 2 Years | BSc in a relevant subject with a minimum 45% | Entrance Exam |
| MBA | 2 Years | Graduation with a minimum 50% marks | VMOU MET (Management Entrance Test) |
| MCA | 2 Years | BCA/BSc (CS)/BA or BCom with Maths at 10+2 level + 50% | Entrance Exam |
| M.Lib.I.Sc (MLIS) | 1 Year | BLIS from a recognised university | Merit-based |
| MSW | 2 Years | Graduation from a recognised university | Merit-based |
| Diploma Programmes | 1Years | 10+2 or equivalent | Merit-based |
| Certificate Programmes | 6 Months | 10th/10+2 depending on course | Merit-based |
| PhD | 3–5 Years | PG degree with minimum 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam |
VMOU course fees are among the lowest of any open university in India. The total fees for most UG/PG programmes range from INR 9,900 to INR 57,660. The state government of Rajasthan reimburses tuition fees for eligible female students under the Balika Doorasth Shiksha Yojana scheme. For VMOU UG courses, the total fee is INR 17,600 – INR 54,700, and for VMOU PG courses, it ranges between INR 12,100 – INR 40,000.
| Course | Duration | Total Fee 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| BA | 3 Years | INR 17,600 – INR 23,700 |
| BCom | 3 Years | INR 17,600 – INR 23,700 |
| BSc | 3 Years | INR 43,100 – INR 54,700 |
| BBA | 3 Years | INR 23,700 |
| BCA | 3 Years | INR 23,700 |
| BJMS (Journalism) | 1 Year | INR 11,000 |
| BLibISc | 1 Year | INR 9,900 |
| BSW | 3 Years | INR 17,600 – INR 23,700 |
| BEd | 2 Years | INR 57,660 |
| MA | 2 Years | INR 12,100 – INR 18,000 |
| MCom | 2 Years | INR 12,400 |
| MSc | 2 Years | INR 15,200 – INR 37,500 |
| MBA | 2 Years | INR 35,800 |
| MCA | 2 Years | INR 35,800 – INR 40,000 |
| MLibISc | 1 Year | INR 11,000 – INR 12,000 |
| MJ (Journalism) | 1 Year | INR 12,000 – INR 15,000 |
| MSW | 2 Years | INR 12,000 – INR 18,000 |
| Diploma | 1 Year | INR 3,300 - INR 6,400 |
| Certificate Programmes | 6 Months | INR 2,300 to INR 4,800 |
Note: Fees are as per the latest available data from official sources. Always verify the exact fee from the official VMOU e-prospectus at vmou.ac.in.
VMOU UG courses cover BA, BCom, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, and BLIS. All UG courses at VMOU are 3 years in duration, except B.Ed (2 years) and BLIS (1 year). These programmes are open to students who have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board. No entrance exam is required for most UG courses, except BEd.
| Course | Specialisations | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA | Hindi, English, Sanskrit, History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Public Administration, Psychology, Rajasthani, Urdu, Journalism & Mass Communication, Mathematics | 3 Years | 10+2 with a minimum 45% from a recognised board |
| BCom | General Commerce | 3 Years | 10+2 (any stream) with a minimum 45% |
| BSc | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Life Sciences | 3 Years | 10+2 in Science (PCM or PCB) with a minimum 45% |
| BBA | Business Administration | 3 Years | 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum 45% |
| BCA | Computer Applications | 3 Years | 10+2 with Maths/Computer Science (preferred) with a minimum 45% |
| B.Ed | General Education | 2 Years | Graduation with a minimum 50% + VMOU B.Ed Entrance Exam |
| B.Lib.I.Sc (BLIS) | Library & Information Science | 1 Year | Graduation from a recognised university |
VMOU PG courses include MA, MCom, MSc, MBA, MCA, MSW, and MLIS. All PG programmes are 2 years in duration, except MLIS (1 year). Admission to most PG programmes is merit-based, but MBA, MCA, and MSc require clearing a university entrance exam.
| Course | Specialisations | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA | Hindi, English, Sanskrit, History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Public Administration, Psychology, Education, Social Work | 2 Years | Relevant bachelor's degree with min. 45% |
| MCom | Commerce & Accounting | 2 Years | BCom or equivalent with min. 45% |
| MSc | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science | 2 Years | BSc in relevant subject with min. 45% + Entrance Exam |
| MBA | Marketing, Finance, HR, IT | 2 Years | Graduation with min. 50% + VMOU MET |
| MCA | Computer Applications | 2 Years | BCA/BSc(CS) or Graduation with Maths at 10+2 + 50% + Entrance Exam |
| MSW | Social Work | 2 Years | Graduation with min. 45% |
| M.Lib.I.Sc (MLIS) | Library & Information Science | 1 Year | BLIS from a recognised university |
VMOU offers PhD programmes across multiple disciplines under its five academic schools. VMOU Kota PhD admission is based on a university-level entrance exam, followed by an interview. Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognised university. VMOU PhD fees is INR 37,000 annually.
| Subject | Duration | Eligibility | Admission Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 3–5 Years | PG in Hindi with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| English | 3–5 Years | PG in English with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Economics | 3–5 Years | PG in Economics with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| History | 3–5 Years | PG in History with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Political Science | 3–5 Years | PG in Political Science with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Mathematics | 3–5 Years | PG in Mathematics with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Physics | 3–5 Years | PG in Physics with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Commerce & Management | 3–5 Years | PG in Commerce/Management with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Education | 3–5 Years | M.Ed or MA Education with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
| Library & Information Science | 3–5 Years | MLIS with min. 55% | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview |
Note: VMOU PhD notifications are released separately on the university's PhD notices page at vmou.ac.in/notices-phd. Verification interviews for 2026 admissions are already underway for some subjects. SC/ST candidates get a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.
VMOU offers diploma programmes in 6 specialisations under its School of Continuing Education. These are 1 year programmes and are open to candidates who have passed 10+2 from a recognised board. Diploma fees range from INR 4,300 to INR 9,600 for the total programme.
VMOU diploma courses are designed for students and working professionals who want to build specialised skills in a short time. All diploma programmes follow the ODL model, with study materials delivered to your home.
| Course Name | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fee (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Culture and Tourism | 1 Year | 10+2 or equivalent | 4,300 |
| Diploma in Library and Information Science | 1 Year | 10+2 or equivalent | 4,500 |
| Diploma in Watershed Management | 1 Year | 10+2 from a recognised board | 3,300 |
| Diploma in Mass Communication | 1 Year | 10+2 or equivalent | 5,200 |
| Diploma in Yoga Science | 1 Year | 10+2 or equivalent | 6,400 |
| Diploma in Computer Application (Online) | 1 Year | 10+2 or equivalent | 9,600 |
VMOU certificate programmes are short-term courses of 6 months, available to students with a 10+2 qualification. These are ideal for skill development and focused learning. Certificate programmes at VMOU are among the most affordable, with fees starting at INR 2,300. Admission is merit-based with no entrance exam requirement.
| Course Name | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fee (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Mahatma Gandhi NREGA Mate | 6 Months | 10+2 or equivalent | 2,300 |
| Certificate in Falit Jyotish | 6 Months | 10+2 or equivalent | 4,800 |
| Certificate in KarmKand | 6 Months | 10+2 or equivalent | 4,800 |
Most VMOU courses admission for a few professional and technical programmes courses like MBA, MCA, BEd, MSc and PhD courses, require clearing a university entrance exam.
For all other VMOU Kota courses — BA, BCom, BSc, BBA, BCA, MA, MCom, MLIS, BLIS, Diploma, and Certificate programmes — there is no entrance exam. Admission is purely merit-based on your qualifying exam marks. You apply online at online.vmou.ac.in, pay INR 100 as the application fee, and await the merit list.
| Course | Entrance Exam | Exam Conducted By |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | VMOU MET (Management Entrance Test) | VMOU, Kota |
| B.Ed | VMOU B.Ed Entrance Exam / PTET | VMOU, Kota |
| MCA | VMOU MCA Entrance Exam | VMOU, Kota |
| MSc | VMOU MSc Entrance Exam | VMOU, Kota |
| PhD (all subjects) | VMOU PhD Entrance Exam + Interview | VMOU, Kota |
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Enrollment : 2024 | Nov 25, 2024
Overall 1. Student can study at their home no want to go college daily 2. Fee of vmou is 14500 for bsc in bcz for 1 year including college fee examination fee and other fee
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Enrollment : 2019 | Aug 14, 2024
Overall This college offers you the different diffent programes like BA, BCOM, etc. There is an lot of fest and festivals happens in a year such as holi, diwali, navratri night, annual fest.
Faculty VMOU have highly qualified, knowledgeable teachers, and they help students as their friend. Their teaching quality is excellent, and the courses are relevant.
Enrollment : 2023 | Feb 11, 2024
Overall Vmou kota Rajasthan ke varg ke student ke liye ek vardan sabit hua he Vmou me aasani se student high level ki padhai aasani se Km kharche me kar Sakta h mera aap sap se yahi kahna he ki aap 12th ke bad aapni agli Padhai vmou me kre. Isme aapka time or pese dono ki bachat hogi . Thank you VMOU KOTA
Enrollment : 2021 | Dec 26, 2022
Overall When I started studying at VMOU, I did not think that an open university can be so disciplined. The study pattern here is great. Other facilities like the library, canteen, seminars etc are also remarkable here.
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Enrollment : 2019 | Jun 14, 2022
Overall VMOU KOTA is one of the the best place to receive a graduate degree. Academics The Vardhman Mahaveer Open University courses have the advantage of being flexible. This comes as a huge help for working students, as committing to an eight-hour-long class might be difficult for them. Students from reserved categories like SC, ST or OBC can opt for scholarships to support their higher education. VMOU arts/ humanities department is said to be the most influential among others, as they even receive job opportunities from local institutions. Fees The Vardhman Mahaveer Open University fees are very reasonable and can be availed by anyone. Scholarships are also given to deserving students belonging to lower-income groups, so they can pursue higher education without worrying about the tuition fees, books, etc. The VMOU fees start from Rs 16,000 and vary depending on the degree level and duration of the course. Faculty The Vardhman Mahaveer Open University faculty members are very friendly and helpful. They are highly experienced in their respective fields, some members are also industry experts who help prepare students for the campus placements. The study material offered by VMOU and the faculty’s guidance prepares you properly to tackle any situation in the corporate world. Placements Students who score more than 45% are eligible for the campus placements conducted by Vardhman Mahaveer Open University Kota. Byju’s was one of the many recruiters to offer good job opportunities to their students. Management students received the maximum placements. VMOU students were offered an average salary package of Rs 3.5 LPA. Infrastructure and Facilities The VMOU Kota campus is situated in a clean and green environment, appropriate for an educational institution. The classrooms are wifi enabled and well equipped. The labs have all the necessary and updated technology. The VMOU library is the highlight of the institute. They have a huge range of books, journals, magazines and other reading materials in fields like Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Technology, Management and many more. They also provide e-books and AV records on these core subjects. VMOU canteens offer affordable and hygienic foods, a medical centre is always open for students' needs along with proper sports and hostel facilities are also offered.
Enrollment : 2021 | Jun 14, 2022
Overall Campus Infrastructure The Vardhman Mahaveer Open University Kota campus offers a well-maintained infrastructure with a green and clean environment, suitable for an educational institution. The classrooms are good and equipped with necessary tools like microphones, projectors, wifi, etc. The library stands out among other facilities, as they have a huge collection of books and other reading materials along with e-books. Hostels are nice and clean, canteens are hygienic and the campus medical centre is open 24x7. Sports facilities are also there. Academics The courses offered are really good and flexible. Vardhman Mahaveer Open University makes it easier for working students who cannot invest a lot of their time in-classroom training. Students belonging to lower-income groups are also provided scholarships for ease of education. Fees The Vardhman Mahaveer Open University fee is above average while comparing with other universities, for some it is moderate, while for others it is high. The VMOU fees range from Rs 16,000 to as high as Rs 3 Lakh. Faculty Vardhman Mahaveer Open University has a highly experienced faculty, with some of its members even holding a PhD degree. Some of the faculty members are even industry experts, they guide students about the functioning of the industry and prepare them with the necessary skills required for working in the corporate sector. Placements Students scoring more than 60% are eligible to sit for the VMOU placements. They even offer internships to only deserving students. Several local institutes usually recruit students from here. VMOU students are offered salary packages ranging from Rs 2-3 LPA. Campus Life Being an open university, the VMOU campus life is comparatively dull than other colleges. Fests are very rare and on occasions extracurricular and cultural activities take place.
Enrollment : 2019 | Aug 10, 2020
Overall I am studying computer science from Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota. I found this college best for me with the online college finding process by CollegeDekho. Its library is quite good and spacious. The quality of placement at VMOU is very good. Student gets placed in reputed companies. The teachers and support staff are very supportive and helpful.
Enrollment : 2019 | Jul 21, 2020
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Enrollment : 2020 | Jul 21, 2020
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Aap MSW (Master of Social Work) course kai government aur private universities se kar sakte hain. IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) se distance / open learning kar sakte hain ya Central aur State Universities jaise Delhi University, Punjab University, Lucknow University, etc. MSW ek 2 saal ka postgraduate degree course hota hai. Government universities charge approx Rs 20,000 to Rs 70,000, Private universities charge approx Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh, and IGNOU (Distance MSW) charges approx Rs 36,000 total (Rs 18,000 per year)
Dear Student,
Diploma in Yoga at VMOU Kota is a 12 to 24-month-long course. The diploma fee is 6,400. Students need to have passed 10+2 or equivalent from any recognized board or BAP or B.Sc.P or B.C.P from any open university. Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Education from Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer till 1989 can also apply for a Diploma in Yoga at VMOU Kota. Merit-based admission is granted to candidates.
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नहीं, MSW कोर्स (मास्टर ऑफ सोशल वर्क) आमतौर पर मुफ्त नहीं होता है। इस कोर्स की फीस अलग-अलग संस्थानों में भिन्न हो सकती है, और कुछ संस्थान छात्रवृत्ति या वित्तीय सहायता के माध्यम से महिलाओं को सहायत प्रदान कर सकते हैं। अगर आप निशुल्क या कम शुल्क वाले MSW कोर्स की तलाश में हैं, तो केंद्र या राज्य सरकार द्वारा संचालित विश्वविद्यालयों, डिस्टेंस एजुकेशन, या कुछ विशेष महिला सहायता योजनाओं की जानकारी लेना लाभकारी हो सकता है।
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