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Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University was established on October 1, 1992, under the Madhya Pradesh University Act, 1991. Located in Bhopal, it is a UGC-recognized State Open University.

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MPBOU Overview

Latest Update: Admissions to PG, Diploma, Certificate, and UG Courses are ongoing for Madhya Pradesh (Bhoj) Open University. The last date to fill the form is 15th September 2025

Source: MPBOU Website 

Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University was established on October 1, 1992, under the Madhya Pradesh University Act, 1991. Located in Bhopal, it is a UGC-recognized State Open University.

It offers distance education through 11 regional centers and over 600 study centers. With approvals from UGC, DEB, AICTE, NCTE, and AIU, MPBOU focuses on inclusive learning, technology-based teaching, and expanding access as part of India’s New Education Policy 2020.

Key Details of the Institute:

Parameters

Details

Admission month

June to September

Top Programs

MA, B.Ed, B.com, BCA, BJMC

Accepted Exams

CET BED, Graduation

Duration of courses

UG: 3 yrs; PG: 2 yrs

Acceptance rate

100%

Regional Centres

11

Study Centres

600+

Courses and Fees

Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University, based in Bhopal, offers flexible distance learning across undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programs. It is recognized by multiple bodies (UGC, DEB, AICTE, NCTE, RCI, AIU) and delivers education via 11 regional and 612 study centres.

Here are the main courses offered by MPBOU

  • MBA (Master of Business Administration)
  • MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
  • MA (English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology)
  • B.Ed (Open and Distance Learning)
  • B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce)
  • PG Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA)
  • Diploma in Education (D.Ed.)
  • BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)

Course Fees at MPBAOU 

The university is currently providing courses across various categories such as BA, MA, PGDM, and Certificate.

The table below displays the fee structure for the Bachelor's programs.

Course Name

Duration

Fee (₹)

B.A.

3 Years

₹2,500/year

B.Sc. (Bio/Maths)

3 Years

₹2,965/year

B.Sc. (Data Science)

3 Years

₹8,000/year

B.Sc. (Cyber Security)

3 Years

₹8,000/year

B.Com

3 Years

₹2,730/year

BBA

3 Years

₹9,000/year

BCA

3 Years

₹8,300/year

BLIS (Library Science)

1 Year

₹9,000

Bachelor of Journalism (BJ)

1 Year

₹9,000

B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry

4 Years

₹2,965/year

B.Sc. (Hons.) Botany

4 Years

₹2,965/year

B.Sc. (Hons.) Cyber Security

4 Years

₹8,000/year

B.Sc. (Hons.) Data Science

4 Years

₹8,000/year

B.A. (Hons.) Political Science

4 Years

₹2,500/year

B.A. (Hons.) Hindi

4 Years

₹2,500/year

B.Com (Hons.)

4 Years

₹2,730/year

BBA (Hons.)

4 Years

₹9,000/year

BCA (Hons.)

4 Years

₹8,300/year

B.Ed (ODL)

2 Years

₹30,000 (total)

The table below displays the fee structure for the postgraduate programs

Course Name

Duration

Fee (₹)

MA (Hindi/English/Geography/History/Economics/Political Science/Sociology)

2 Years

₹6,600/year

M.Com

2 Years

₹9000/year

MBA

2 Years

₹9,000/year

MCA

2 Years

₹9,000/year

MSc (IT/Botany/Zoology/Maths/Physics/Chemistry)

2 Years

₹9,000/year

MSW (Master of Social Work)

2 Years

₹9,000/year

Masters of Journalism

2 Years

₹9,000/year

The table below displays the fee structure for the Diploma and Certificate programs

Course Name

Duration

Fee (₹)

PG Diploma

2 Years

₹8,500/year

Certificate

1 Year

₹3,500/year

Placements and Admissions

MPBAOU V/S NOU V/S BRAOU

Parameters

MPBAOU

NOU

BRAOU

Tuition Fees (Approximate Annual)

UG- ₹2.5K–30K

PG- ₹6.6K–9K

UG- ₹2.4K–6.6K 

PG- ₹7.2K–20K

UG- ₹4K–40K PG- ₹5.2K–1.2 L

Popular Courses

MBA, MSc, M.Com

B.A. (Hons.), B.Sc., B.Ed.; MA, M.Com, etc.

B.Sc, B.Ed, MA, M.Sc, MBA, etc.

No. of Courses

80+

64

64

Notable Alumni

Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University has an Alumni Association that connects its former students through a shared platform. It aims to build lasting relationships, encourage networking, and involve alumni in the university’s growth. By staying connected, alumni can share experiences, support current learners, and contribute to strengthening the educational community of MPBOU.

Name

Field of Work

Rahul Singh

Senior Deputy Manager- Commercial Portfolio, ICICI Bank

Aaditya Malviya

Compliance Manager (Markets Group)

ICICI Bank · Full-time

Himanshu Bhadauria

Deputy Manager at ICICI Bank

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