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Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University was established under the KKHSOU Act 2005, and it is the first and only university in northeast India to be operational in open and distance learning mode

Important Admission Dates
Application Start - January 2025
Application Last Date - March 31, 2025
KKHSOU offers a wide range of UG programs like B.A., B.Com, B.Sc, and PG programs such as M.A., M.Com, M.Sc, MBA, M.Lib.Sc, and more through open and distance learning mode.
Course Level | Popular Programs |
UG | B.A., B.Com, B.Sc, B.Ed |
PG | M.A. (various specializations), M.Sc, MBA |
Pursuing UG or PG at KKHSOU has the following advantages :
Getting admitted into any course at KKHSOU is very easy, as there is no upper limit and also includes basic eligibility requirements.
Undergraduate Programmes
Following are the courses provided by KKHSOU at the Undergraduate level :
Course | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
BA (Hons) in Economics | 4 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
BA (Hons) English | 4 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
BA (Hons) Pol Science | 4 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
BA (Hons) Sociology | 4 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
BA (Hons) History | 4 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
BBA | 3 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
B.Com | 3 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
BCA | 3 Years | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board |
Note- As per the Admission Data available on the official website of KKHSOU.
Postgraduate Courses
Following are the courses provided by KKHSOU at the Postgraduate level :
Course | Duration | Eligibility Criteria |
MA in English | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
MA in Economics | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
MA in Sociology | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
MA in Political Science | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
MA in History | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
MA in Journalism and Mass Communication | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
M.Com | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
MBA | 2 Years | Any Graduate from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC with 50% marks for General category and 45% marks for reserved category. |
MSc IT | 2 Years | Any graduate with Mathematics at 10+2 level or any graduate with Mathematics at graduate level or BCA/B.Sc.IT/B.Sc.(Computer Science) graduates from any university recognized by UGC. |
MSc in Mathematics | 2 Years | Any graduate in Mathematics or graduate with Mathematics as one of the subjects from KKHSOU or any other University recognised by UGC |
Note- As per Admission Data available on the official website of KKHSOU.
The last date to apply for KKHSOU ’s Academic Year admissions is 31st July, 2025. Applications can be submitted online via the official website.
Yes, KKHSOU is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Distance Education Bureau (DEB), making its degrees valid across India.
Yes, KKHSOU doesn't hold any entrance exams for MBA admissions; students can directly enroll into the program on a merit basis.
Yes, KKHSOU degrees are valid for government and private sector jobs, provided the candidate meets other recruitment eligibility.
Yes, KKHSOU provides scholarships and fee reimbursement for SC/ST, EWS, OBC, and differently-abled students, subject to eligibility.
KKHSOU primarily admits Indian nationals and NRIs. International applicants are advised to check with the university for updates.
Courses at KKHSOU are offered in English and Assamese, depending on the program selected by the student.
Study materials are sent through post, made available at study centers, and accessible online via the university portal
Yes, KKHSOU degrees are valid abroad, but acceptance may depend on the country-specific recognition of open university qualifications.
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