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Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) Admission 2024: Courses, Eligibility, Fees, Exam, Selection Process, Application Form, Last Date to Apply
Tamil Nadu Open University is the first open university of Tamil Nadu. The university aims to provide benefit to the people who are not able to afford higher education. The courses offered by the University are recognized by University Grants Commission [UGC], National Council for Teacher Education [NCTE], RCI and DEB.
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Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) offers education in 3-year under-graduation in B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., BBA, and BCA. College offer studies in 2-year Master’s program in MBA, MCA, M.A., M.Com. and M.Sc., Diploma and Post-graduation Diploma courses in multiple specializations.
The college also offers Certificate and Vocational courses. Applicants can apply for the admission to the program offline through the forms available at the study centres.
- Applicants to B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., BCA and BBA courses must have passed 10+2 examination from a recognized board.
- Those who have applied to M.Com., M.A., M.Com. and M.Sc. courses must have passed Bachelor’s courses from a recognized board.
- Candidates applying for MBA courses must hold Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized board.
- The minimum marks required to be eligible for admission to MBA course is having secured at least 50% marks in undergraduate degree.
- Final admission to the courses will be through merit in qualifying exam as well as counseling.
- Admission to under-graduation is based on completion of 10+2 or TNOU BPP conducted by the Tamil Nadu Open University.
- Candidates who are admitted under 10+2 into a Bachelor degree program will have to necessarily complete the Bachelor of Preparatory Program to be eligible for the degree program.
- The BPP Examinations will be conducted before the commencement of the Semester examination.
- Self-learning materials, in print and electronic medium, is provided by the Tami Nadu Open University.
- Counselling is conducted by the University at various locations in the State. Counselling sessions are held during the months of March-May, and September-November, respectively.
- Applicants can simultaneously register themselves for any one year Diploma Program or Certificate Program of six months duration.
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Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) UG Admissions 2023: BA, B.Com., BBA, BCA and B.Sc.
Admission to three-year full-time under-graduate B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., BCA and BBA programs are offered by Tamil Nadu Open University - [TNOU]. Lateral entry to two-year BCA is also offered based on fulfillment of basic eligibility. The minimum eligibility to apply for undergraduate courses is having passed 10+2 in relevant subjects. Candidates applying for lateral entry to BCA program must have any Diploma from Recognized Polytechnic College to be eligible for admission.
Candidates who are not eligible will have to appear in TNOU BPP for six months conducted by the University to be eligible for admission to the UG courses. Application forms can be obtained from the University recognized study centers.
| Course | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. | Urdu | Candidate needs to be pass in 12th (HSC) or equivalent examination or PUC or TNOU BPP or 10+3 Years of Diploma or 11+2 Years TTC or 10 +2 Years ITI. | Selection will be based on merit in 10+2 or TNOU BPP followed by counseling. |
| English | |||
| English and Communication | |||
| History | |||
| Criminology & Criminal Justice Administration | |||
| History & Heritage Management | |||
| Tourism and Travel Studies | |||
| Economics | |||
| Business Economics | |||
| Public Administration | |||
| Political Science | |||
| Sociology | |||
| Human Rights | |||
| Islamic Studies | |||
| B.Com. | Computer Applications | 10th or 12th (HSC) exam or Equivalent or TNOU BPP or 10+3 Years Diploma or 11+2 Years TTC or 10+2 Years ITI | Based on merit in 10+2 examination or TNOU BPP followed by counseling. |
| Bank Management | |||
| Corporate Secretaryship | |||
| Accounting & Finance | |||
| BBA | Computer Applications | 10+2 examination from a recognized board. | Based on merit in HSC examination or TNOU BPP followed by counseling. |
| Marketing Management | |||
| Retail Management | |||
| General | |||
| BCA | Simultaneous Registration - SE | 10th or 12th (HSC) examination or equivalent or PUC or TNOU BPP or 10th +3 Years Diploma or 11+2 Years TTC or 10+2 Years ITI and for lateral entry candidate must have any Diploma from Recognized Polytechnic College. | Based on 10+2 examination or TNOU BPP followed by counseling. |
| Lateral Entry – LE | |||
| Computer Application | |||
| B.Sc. | Mathematics | 10th exam as well as 12th (HSC) examination or Equivalent or PUC or TNOU BPP or 10th +3 Years Diploma or 11th+2 Years TTC or 10th +2 Years ITI | Based on HSC examination or TNOU BPP, followed by counseling. |
| Mathematics with Computer Applications | |||
| Psychology | |||
| Geography | |||
| Computer Science | |||
| Multimedia | |||
| Visual Communication | |||
| Apparel and Fashion Design | |||
| B.Sc. | Apparel and Fashion Design (Lateral Entry - LE) | Three Year Diploma in Textile Technology from Polytechnic College (or) TNOU DAFD. | Based on 10+2 exam or TNOU BPP followed by counseling conducted by the University. |
Key points:
- Eligible candidates will have to fill and submit the application form available offline at the prescribed study centers by the University.
- Final selection of the candidates in BBA, B.Com., BCA, B.Sc., and B.A. is based on merit in qualifying exam as well as entrance exam scores.
- Candidates who do not have any formal educational qualification or haven’t successfully completed the 10+2 examination may take admission into a UG Program at the University through the non-formal way, provided they have completed 21 years of age at the time of application.
- Non-formal candidates are required to undergo a 6-month Bachelor Preparatory Program (BPP).
- To be eligible to claim the completion certificate of the UG Course, students are required to secure a minimum of 35% in Term-End Examination and overall 40% in both Terms.
Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) PG Admissions 2023: MBA, MCA, MA, M.Com. and M.Sc.
Admission to two-year full-time post-graduate M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., MBA and MCA programs are offered by Tamil Nadu Open University - [TNOU]. M.Sc. is offered in 18 basic specializations and M.A. is offered in 7 basic disciplines.
The minimum eligibility to apply for M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., MBA and MCA programs is having passed bachelor’s from a recognized university with at least 50% marks in aggregate in a relevant discipline. Admission to the program will be merit-based and applications forms are available at the study centers of the Tamil Nadu Open University.
| Course | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | Management | Candidate needs to be pass in Bachelor’s examination in any stream with at least 50% marks in aggregate. | Selection will be based on merit followed by counseling. |
| MCA | Computer Applications | Any Bachelor's Degree with a duration of a minimum of 3 (three) years from a recognized University with Mathematics as one of the subjects at +2 level or UG level. | Based on merit in qualifying exam followed by counseling. |
| MCA lateral entry | Computer Applications | Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent with Degree / (or) B.Sc., Computer Science / (or) BCA / (or) BE / B.Tech. Computer Science / Computer Engineering from any recognized University | Merit-based |
| M.A. | History | Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University or Bachelor’s Degree with Tamil Under Part -I from any recognized University | Based on merit followed by counseling. |
| Public Administration | |||
| Sociology | |||
| Political Science | |||
| Economics | |||
| English | |||
| Translation Studies | |||
| Linguistics | |||
| Tourism and Travel Studies | |||
| Women Studies | |||
| Criminology & Criminal Justice Administration | |||
| Human Rights | |||
| Development Administration | |||
| Police Administration | |||
| International Relations | |||
| Anthropology | |||
| Gender Studies | |||
| Islamic Studies | |||
| M.Com. | Commerce | Graduate in Commerce/ Business Administration/Corporate Secretaryship/ ACA/ AICWA/ and ACS/ who have studied at least 02 papers in Commerce in their degree program | Merit-based followed by counseling. |
| M.Sc. | Psychology | Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University | Merit-based, followed by counseling. |
| Counselling & Psychotherapy | |||
| Counselling & Psychotherapy (Lateral Entry - LE) | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Computer Science | |||
| Geography | |||
| Apparel and Fashion Design | |||
| M.L.I.Sc | Library Science | Bachelor of Library Science/ Bachelor of Library and Information Science from a recognized University. | Merit-based |
Key points:
- Candidates seeking admission to M.Sc., M.A., M.Com., MBA and MCA courses should register offline through the application form available at the study centers.
- The student is required to secure a minimum of 45% in Term-End Examination and overall 50% in both the terms to be eligible for the completion certificate of the program.
Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) Diploma and PG Diploma Admissions 2023
Admission to the three-year full-time Diploma program and PG Diploma course is offered by Tamil Nadu Open University - [TNOU]. Diploma and PG Diploma is offered in various specializations as listed below.
The minimum eligibility to apply for Tamil Nadu Open University Diploma Courses is having passed 10+2 or Graduation from a recognized university. Applicants to PG Diploma will have Bachelor’s or Master’s will have to appear in University level entrance exam to be eligible for admission in MBA course.
| Course | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | Management | Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University or 10+2 (HSC) with 3 years Managerial/ Supervisory/ Professional experience. | Selection will be based on merit in qualifying exam followed by counseling. |
| Database | Applicant must have passed 10+2 (HSC) or Equivalent examination or TNOU BPP (Entrance Test) | ||
| Retail Management | 10+2 (HSC) or Equivalent examination | ||
| Archaeology and Epigraphy | 10+2 (HSC) or Equivalent examination | ||
| Museology and Conservation | 10+2 (HSC) or Equivalent examination or have appeared in TNOU BPP (Entrance Test) | ||
| Film Acting | HSC examination or Equivalent or TNOU BPP 2 entrance exam. | ||
| Television Acting | HSC examination or Equivalent or TNOU BPP 2 entrance exam. | ||
| Drama and Theatre Acting | HSC examination or Equivalent or TNOU BPP 2 entrance exam. | ||
| Data Sciences and Big Data Analytics | 10+2 examination or Equivalent or TNOU BPP 2 entrance exam. | ||
| Yoga for Human Excellence | 21 Years of Age and TNOU-BPP or from any University | ||
| Cloud Computing | HSC examination or Equivalent or TNOU BPP or PPH | ||
| Customs Clearing and Forwarding | 10+2 exam or Equivalent or TNOU BPP or PPH | ||
| PG Diploma | Information Technology Management | Candidate must hold Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University. | |
| Spoken English | Graduation from any recognized University. | ||
| Psychological Counselling | Bachelor’s/ Master’s Degree in Psychology or any Graduate applicants. | ||
| Mathematics | Candidate must hold B.Sc. in Applied Mathematics. | ||
| Applied Mathematics | Candidate must hold B.Sc. in Applied Mathematics in particular. | ||
| Computer Application | Applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree | ||
| Software Quality Management | Bachelor’s Degree | ||
| Information Security | Graduation or Post-Graduation in Psychology/ Education | ||
| Guidance and Counselling | UG/PG in Psychology education or any other graduate who has studied Psychology (at least one paper in UG/PG) from a recognised University | ||
| Gerontology | Bachelor’s Degree | ||
| Child Rights & Child Protection | Bachelor’s Degree | ||
| Social Welfare Administration | PG Degree in Social Sciences from any recognized University |
Key points:
- Applicants having Degrees awarded by the Universities which are not recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) are not eligible for admission to the Program.
- Only those applicants who have passed the qualifying examination either under the 10+2+3 pattern of education or under the 11+1+3 pattern of education or 11+2+2 pattern of education or under the Open University system will be eligible for admission to the Program.
- The copies of the Certificates enclosed should be duly certified by a person authorized to attest the Certificates must be enclosed.
Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) Application Process 2023
Students applying for Under-Graduate, Post-Graduate, Diploma and PG Diploma programs offered by the Tamil Nadu Open University [TNOU] must visit the specified study centres to get the application forms and prospectus. The final selection of the candidates is based on completion of qualifying exam followed by counselling.
- The Application Forms can be obtained from the study centers on the payment of prescribed payment of Rs. 100/- in cash.
- Application forms can also be obtained From the Deputy Registrar, MPDD, TNOU, 577, Anna Salai, Saidapet, Chennai– 600 015 by post on payment of Rs.150/- by demand draft issued in favour of the Tamil Nadu Open University payable at Chennai.
- Admission forms need to be submitted to the study centres on or before April 30th or October 31st of the academic year.
- On submission of the Application Form, the Study Centre will issue a statement of acknowledgment to the Applicant and forward the Forms to the Zonal Centres.
- The Admission Wing, after the detailed examination of the Application Forms, shall allot the Enrollment Number and send the ID Cards to the Study Centres for handing over to the students.
- Then the students may quote their Enrollment Number in all their further references with the University.
- Applicants who wish to enroll for a Diploma/ Certificate Program under the scheme of Dual Registration shall submit separate Application Forms.
- Separate copies of the eligibility and other certificates, a photograph of the applicant and the signature of the applicant should be attested by any one of the Group A and Group B Officers.
- For all the Program the fees shall be paid to the University. The fees may be remitted in any branch of the State Bank of India or Indian Bank.
- For remitting the fees, the applicant may use the photocopy of the remittance Challan Form enclosed in the Prospectus. The Banker will return the challan of TNOU copy and STUDENT copy.
- The applicant will have to enclose the TNOU copy of the remitted challan with the application for Admission. They may also consult their Study Centers regarding remittance of fees.
- Applicants may submit the filled in Application Forms along with the University copy of the Challan.
- Selected candidates will have to get their documents verified and the counselling will be held on the dates prescribed.
- Documents Checklists:
- Passport size photograph.
- Signature of the candidate
- 10th Standard Mark Sheet or equivalent in support of Date of Birth
- 12th Standard Mark Sheet (wherever applicable).
- UG Degree Certificate (wherever applicable).
- Community Certificate in respect of SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates.
Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) Scholarships
University provides the facilities to reserved category and disabled candidates in the form of exemption from tuition fees. Following are the facilities available to the students:
SC/ ST students who are pursuing distance education are eligible for reimbursement of fees if they are not employed and if the annual income of their parents does not exceed INR 1,00,000
The students should apply for scholarships in the prescribed form to be obtained from the Offices of Adi Dravidar/ Tribal Welfare Department along with the supporting documents.
- Differently-abled students studying a Program at the University are eligible for tuition fee exemption.
- The candidate may apply in the prescribed Application Form, for admission along with the core banking challan for INR 300 enclosing a copy of the disability certificate.
FAQs
Ques. How is TNOU as an educational institution?
Ans. Tamil Nadu Open University is the first open university of Tamil Nadu. The university aims to provide benefits to the people who are not able to afford higher education. The courses offered by the University are recognized by University Grants Commission [UGC], National Council for Teacher Education [NCTE], RCI and DEB.
Ques.What are the courses offered by TNOU?
Ans. The university offers education in 3-year under-graduation in B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., BBA, and BCA. College offers studies in 2-year Master’s programmes in MBA, MCA, M.A., M.Com. and M.Sc., Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma courses in multiple specializations. The college also offers Certificate and Vocational courses.
Ques. What is the basic eligibility criteria for admissions to TNOU?
Ans. The basic eligibility criteria for admissions to TNOU are as follows -
- Applicants to B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., BCA and BBA courses must have passed 10+2 examination from a recognized board.
- Those who have applied to M.Com., M.A., M.Com. and M.Sc. courses must have passed Bachelor’s courses from a recognized board.
- Candidates applying for MBA courses must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized board.
- The minimum marks required to be eligible for admission to MBA course is having secured at least 50% marks in undergraduate degree.
Ques. What is the admission process followed at TNOU?
Ans. The admission process followed at TNOU are as follows -
- Admission to under-graduation is based on completion of 10+2 or TNOU BPP conducted by the Tamil Nadu Open University.
- Admission to the post graduation program will be merit-based and application forms are available at the study centers of the Tamil Nadu Open University.
- Applicants to PG Diploma will have Bachelor’s or Master’s will have to appear in University level entrance exam to be eligible for admission in MBA course.
Ques. Are there any scholarships available for students at TNOU?
Ans. University provides the facilities to reserved category and disabled candidates in the form of exemption from tuition fees. SC/ ST students who are pursuing distance education are eligible for reimbursement of fees if they are not employed and if the annual income of their parents does not exceed INR 1,00,000. Differently-abled students studying a Program at the University are eligible for tuition fee exemption.
TNOU, Chennai Fees & Eligibility
| Course | Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| BA | ₹2,750 (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
| B.Sc | ₹6,550 (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
| MBA | ₹25,000 (1st Year Fees) | Graduation |
| MA | ₹3,850 (1st Year Fees) | Graduation |
| BBA | ₹3,850 (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
| Ph.D | ₹21,700 (1st Year Fees) | Post Graduation |
| PG Diploma | ₹10,450 (Total Fees) | Graduation |
| COURSE | ADMISSION LINK |
|---|---|
| B.Sc, BA, MA, PG Diploma in Computer Applications, | Admission Link |
| BBA, MBA, | Admission Link |
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