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Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), earlier known as Kota Open University, is an open university in Kota, Rajasthan, India, providing distance learning across Rajasthan. Established in 1987.

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Latest Updates: Admission to the Programs at VMOU is currently ongoing. The last date to register is 31st July 2025

Source: University Website- Online Admission

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), earlier known as Kota Open University, is an open university in Kota, Rajasthan, India, providing distance learning across Rajasthan. Established in 1987.VMOU offers courses particularly in the humanities, commerce, library science, and informatics with its 5 schools.

It is distributed throughout Rajasthan, with regional centres in Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur, and Bharatpur, and 122 Study Centres.

Key Details of the Institute:

Parameters

Details

Admission month

1st Cycle- December & January. 2nd Cycle- June & July

Top Programs

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

Accepted Exams

Graduation

Duration of courses

UG: 3 yrs; PG: 2 yrs

Acceptance rate

100%

Regional Centres

7

Study Centres

122

Courses and Fees

VMOU - Vardhman Mahaveer Open University offers a wide range of courses across UG, PG, Diploma, and Certificate. The university offers courses in multiple streams, such as Education and Business & Management Studies, within its 7 schools.

Schools under VMOU

Course Fees at VMOU

Candidates seeking admission to the courses offered at VMOU Kota can refer to the following table for course-wise fees.

Category

Program

Duration

Total Fee

Master’s

  • Master of Arts in Economics
  • Master of Arts Education
  • Master of Arts in English
  • Master of Arts in Hindi
  • Master of Arts in History
  • Master of Arts in Police Administration
  • Master of Arts in Political Science
  • Master of Arts Rajasthani
  • Master of Arts in Sanskrit
  • Master of Arts in Sociology
  • Master of Commerce

2 Years

₹6,100

  • Master of Arts in Geography
  • Master of Arts in Psychology

2 Years

₹8,800

  • Master of Science (Computer Science)
  • Master of Science in Botany
  • Master of Science in Chemistry
  • Master of Science in Physics
  • Master of Science in Zoology

2 Years

₹17,300

Master of Science in Mathematics

2 Years

₹7,600

Bachelor’s

Bachelor of Arts Programme (General Education /Computer Science /Information Technology /Hotel Management)

3 Years

₹7,800

Bachelor of Arts Programme (Pass Course*)

3 Years

₹5,800

Bachelor's in Library and Information Science

3 Years

₹9,900

Bachelor of Journalism

1 Year

₹11,000

Bachelor of Science Programme (Botany, Chemistry, Zoology)

3 Years

₹14,900

Bachelor of Science Programme (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology)

3 Years

₹18,200

Bachelor of Science Programme (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)

3 Years

₹14,300

B.Ed. Programmes

Bachelor of Education

2 Years

₹28,880

Diploma Programmes

Diploma in Computer Applications

1 Year

₹9,600

Diploma in Culture and Tourism

1 Year

₹4,300

Diploma in Library and Information Science

1 Year

₹4,500

Diploma in Mass Communication

1 Year

₹5,200

Diploma in Watershed Management

1 Year

₹3,300

Diploma in Yoga Science

1 Year

₹6,400

Certificate Programmes

Certificate in Falit Jyotish

6 Months

₹4,800

Certificate in Mahatma Gandhi NREGA Mate

6 Months

₹2,300

Management Courses

Master of Business Administration

2 Years

₹17,900

VMOU Admissions

Admissions to VMOU are primarily done on a Merit basis, but a few exceptions to this are the Education programs. For admission to its Education Programs, VMOU conducts an entrance test, which is PTET. For this year, the PTET Exam conducting body is VMOU. PTET is an entrance exam for admission to 2-year and integrated 4-year B.Ed courses in various colleges of Rajasthan.

VMOU conducts entrance exams and interviews for PhD Programs as well. The institute is offering a PhD program in 10 different specialisations for the Current Year, 2025

The PhD program admission is open only once a year. The last date to fill out the form for PhD for the 2025 session was January 15th.

VMOU Conducts admissions in Two cycles

  • Calendar Year (CY) – January Intake
  • Academic Year (AY) – July Intake

Admission Requirements and Eligibility

The following are the minimum requirements for admission to various courses:

Category

Program

Minimum Eligibility

Master’s

  • Master of Arts in Economics
  • Master of Arts Education
  • Master of Arts in English
  • Master of Arts in Hindi
  • Master of Arts in History
  • Master of Arts in Police Administration
  • Master of Arts in Political Science
  • Master of Arts in Rajasthani
  • Master of Arts in Sanskrit
  • Master of Arts in Sociology
  • Master of Commerce
  • Master of Arts in Geography
  • Master of Arts in Psychology

Bachelor's Degree (minimum Three-year Degree Course)

  • Master of Science (Computer Science)
  • Master of Science in Botany
  • Master of Science in Chemistry
  • Master of Science in Physics
  • Master of Science in Zoology

Bachelor's Degree (minimum Three-year Degree Course)

Master of Science in Mathematics

Graduation degree (minimum three-year course) with Mathematics as a subject

Bachelor’s

  • Bachelor of Arts Programme (General Education /Computer Science /Information Technology /Hotel Management)
  • Bachelor of Arts Programme (Pass Course*)

Passed Senior Secondary (10+2) examination from a recognized Board

OR

Passed BAP/BCP/BSCP examination from VMOU or equivalent

Bachelor's in Library and Information Science

Graduation from a recognized university with 50% marks

OR

Post Graduate degree in any subject or Graduation (minimum three years) with Diploma in Library and Information Science

Bachelor of Journalism

Bachelor's Degree (minimum Three-year Degree Course)

  • Bachelor of Science Programme (Botany, Chemistry, Zoology)
  • Bachelor of Science Programme (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology)
  • Bachelor of Science Programme (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)

Passed Senior Secondary (10+2) examination from a recognized Board

OR

Passed BAP/BCP/BSCP examination from VMOU or equivalent

B.Ed. Programmes

Bachelor of Education

Graduation + PTET

Management Courses

Master of Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent with 50% marks

For more details, visit upGrad’s VMOU Admissions’ page.

VMOU V/S UPRTOU V/S NOU

Parameters

VNOU

NOU

UPRTOU

Tuition Fees (Approximate Annual)

UG- ₹7.8K–14.3K

PG- ₹6.1K–17.3K

UG- ₹2.4K–6.6K

PG- ₹7.2K–20K

UG- ₹4.3K–10K

PG- ₹8.5K–17K

Popular Courses

B.A. B.Sc, B.Com

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

B.Com, BCA, BBA

No. of Courses

35+

64

70+

Notable Alumni

VMOU’s alumni network includes people working in education, Rajasthan Government, business development, operations, and media. They support each other, share experiences, and guide current students, creating a helpful and connected learning community.

The table lists some of the proud NOU Alumni.

Name

Field of Work

Dr. Sandeep K

Director at PW (PhysicsWallah)

Ravi gangawat

Computer Instructor at the Rajasthan Government

Jay Ameta

Computer Instructor/Teacher - Rajasthan Education Department - Government of Rajasthan

Firoz Khan

Associate, Mentor & Batch Manager at Physics Wallah LTD.

FAQs for Overview

1. 1. What is the mode of education at VMOU?

VMOU offers distance education programs, allowing students to study remotely through self-learning materials and periodic contact classes.

2. 2. What is the average cost of a master’s program at VMOU?

The total fee for most MA and M.Com programs is around ₹6,100, while MSc programs can go up to ₹17,300 depending on the specialization.

3. 3. How many times in a year can a student take admission at VMOU?

VMOU offers admissions in two cycles: the Calendar Year (January intake) and the Academic Year (July intake).

4. 4. What kind of student support does VMOU provide?

VMOU supports its learners through 122 study centres and 7 regional centres across Rajasthan, offering academic guidance and administrative help.

5. 5. Are VMOU alumni active in any specific sectors?

VMOU alumni are working across government, education, media, and private sectors, including institutions like the Rajasthan Government and PhysicsWallah.

6. 6. How can I check the latest updates, like results or admit cards?

Latest updates, including results and admit cards, are available on the official VMOU website under the student section.

7. 7. Is VMOU a government-recognized university?

Yes, VMOU is a government-recognized open university established in 1987 and functions under the Government of Rajasthan.

8. 8. Is work experience required for enrolling in the MBA program at VMOU?

No prior work experience is not mandatory. The eligibility is a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks.

9. 9. Can students pursue technical subjects like Computer Science at VMOU?

Yes, VMOU offers technical courses such as BCA and MSc in Computer Science under its School of Science and Technology.

10. 10. Are there any entrance exams required for all courses at VMOU?

No, most courses are offered on a merit basis. However, programs like B.Ed. and PhD require an entrance test.

11. 11. Can I apply to VMOU if I live outside Rajasthan?

Yes, students from outside Rajasthan can apply to VMOU, although the university primarily caters to learners across Rajasthan with regional and study centres.

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