Netaji Subhas Open University Admission 2025 | Last Date, Fees, Process & Eligibility Criteria

Netaji Subhas Open University Admission: NSOU admissions are going on for the 2025 academic year, where candidates can apply for various courses in undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG).  The application fee ranges from INR 500-1000 based on the chosen course.

About University: Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) is one of the premier State Open Universities in India, which is situated in Kolkata, West Bengal. The university was founded in 1997, which was the birth centenary year of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) offers a diverse range of undergraduate courses such as Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), Bachelor of Library and Information Science (B.LiSc), and Bachelor of Commerce (B.COM). Postgraduate courses are Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (M.Sc), Master of Education (M.Ed), Master of Library and Information Science (M.LiSc), Master of Commerce (M.COM), Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Master of Social Work (MSW).

The university got recognized by the University Grant Commission and the Distance Education Bureau (UGC-DEB). Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) has been ranked 2nd in the NIRF Open University Ranking 2025 and has over 120 study centres all over the state. NSOU also provides a flexible study routine, helping students in their studies with other obligations or working commitments. At the university, a special placement cell is also available to assist students in finding suitable internships, job opportunities. Mentors also encourage and guide students to participate in live projects, research, conferences, and seminars. 

Latest Update

• Netaji Subhash Open University released a notification for four four-year Undergraduate programs for the 2025-26 academic session, which has been extended; now students can apply for admission till 18 September 2025*. To read about this detail, please visit this source.
• NSOU has released a notice that the last date for online submission fee will be 4 September 2025 without any penalty charges. To get more information, please visit our official portal.

NSOU Highlights

Netaji Subhas Open University Admission 2025

NSOU, also known as Netaji Subhas Open University, offers a diverse range of programs, such as BA, B.COM, B.LiSc, BSc, B.Ed are undergraduate programs, MA, MCOM, MSc, MSW, M.LiSc, M.Ed, and MBA are postgraduate programs that students can choose for themselves. Annual course fee ranges from INR 3,000 to INR 25,000. 

Students can go through the official portal of the university for regular updates, check the eligibility criteria of the courses, and check the syllabus of the course that they want to pursue for higher studies. Students can access the application form on the website.

The university extends programs through its School of Humanities, Social Sciences, Professional Studies, and Sciences. The university also includes flexible learning options and high-quality study materials.

NSOU Courses & Fee Structure 2025

NSOU Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility criteria for undergraduate program (UG): Candidates must have a clear (10+2) examination from a recognized board, such as ICSE, CBSE, or any State board, with a maximum percentage of 50% score. Some reserved categories, such as Scheduled Castes(SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), might have a lower percentage essential, like 40%. Students from any discipline can implement this course. 

Eligibility criteria for postgraduate program (PG): Graduates typically need a bachelor’s degree in a specific discipline with a minimum 45% – 50% from a well-reputed university 

• For the Master of Business Administration (MBA), NSOU conducts its own entrance exam, followed by an interview for MBA admissions. Some universities may accept the score of CAT, MAT, or XAT.
• For Master of Science (M.Sc): Candidates who have graduated from a science background having Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics as core subjects with a minimum 45% aggregate marks can apply for this program.

Netaji Subhas Open University UG Courses

Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) offers several undergraduate courses like Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), and Bachelor of Arts (BA).

NSOU Admission Process

Here’s a step-by-step process on how to apply for admission at Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) given below;

• Go through the university’s page.
• Build an account and set a password.
• Log in, fill in the application form with your credentials.
• Select your preferred course.
• Attach the documents that are required, such as ID proof, academic documents, photographs, and a digital signature.
• Pay the application fee INR 500 to INR 1000 (Non-refundable) through online payment methods such as Credit card/ Debit card, UPI, or Net Banking. 
• Verify the application form before submitting the form.
• Submit the form and download the PDF, and payment receipt.

Documents Required

Below are the documents required during the admission process at NSOU.

• Recent coloured passport-size photograph (100kb)
• Digital scanned copy of signature.
• 10th and 12th standard marksheet
• Current address proof.
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhar card, Pan card, or Voter ID.
• Application form
• Payment receipt
• Graduation certificate (if applying for a master’s)
• Domicile certificate (if applicable)

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FAQs

Q. What is the application fee for NSOU admissions?
Ans. The application fee for the NSOU (Netaji Subhas Open University) admission is INR 750.