PSOU Admission 2025-26 | Last Date | Courses | Eligibility

PSOU Admission

PSOU Admission 2025: Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU) conducts the admission two times in a year, in January and July, and the last date of admission is 31 August 2025* for the session July 2025. PSOU provides various undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), Diploma, and Certificate programs through distance education mode. Candidates who are interested in the Popular programs can check the official website and see some courses offered by PSOU, are M.Com, MA, M.Sc, B.Com, BA, B.Sc, and many certificate and diploma courses. Students need to pay an application fee of INR 500 at the time of registration. 

PSOU Admission 2025 Highlights 

Features  University Details 
University Name  Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU)  
Establishment Year  2019  
Type of University  Government 
Mode of Education  Open and Distance Learning Mode 
Recognized & Approved by  University Grants Commission (UGC) 
Program Offered  UG, PG Diploma, and Certificate  
Courses Offered  M.Com, MA, M.Sc, BCA, B.Com, BA, etc. 
Selection Criteria  Merit-Based 
Application Fee  INR 500 

Latest Updates

  • PSOU provides a Degree, diploma, and certification syllabus list. Students can download the syllabus from the PSOU website and check the syllabus according to their course criteria. PDF

About PSOU Admission 2025 

Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (JGND PSOU) was established in 2919 by the State Legislature Act No.19. It is the first Open University in the state of Punjab. PSOU aims to offer skill-based education and provide affordable learning experiences. Also, to empower students through continuous professional development for a successful career. 

Punjab Open University offers various Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs, which include BA, B.Sc, B.Com, MA English, MA Punjabi, MA Economics, M.Com, M.Sc, etc. PSOU also offers Certificate and Diploma courses, which follow the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The university admits students in two academic sessions, January and July. The July sessions admissions are currently open till 31st August 2025*.  Apply Now

PSOU Admission 2025 Courses Offered 

Undergraduate Programme

  • Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) 
  • Bachelor of Science (Data Science)
  • Bachelor of Arts 
  • BCA (Hons) 

Postgraduate Programme

  • Master of Arts in Punjabi 
  • Master of Arts in English 
  • Master of Arts in Economics
  • Master of Commerce
  • Master of Science in Computer Science 

Diploma Programme 

  • Diploma in Analysis and Research Methodology 
  • Diploma in Retail and Sales Management
  • Diploma in Organic Farming 
  • Diploma in Mobile Application Development
  • Diploma in Computer Applications 

Certificate Programme 

  • Certificate Program in Rural Management 
  • Certificate in Accounting and Taxation 
  • Certificate in Banking and Financial Services 

Students can check their whole list of programs on their official website. Click here 

PSOU Admission 2025 For UG

Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU) offers various undergraduate (UG) courses like BCA, Bachelor of Arts, B.Sc (Data Science), B.Com (Hons), and  BA Liberal ArtsRegistrations are currently open at PSOU for the July 2025 session with a deadline of August 31, 2025*Qualification required for pursuing UG courses from PSOU is that students need to have passed their 10+2 in any stream or equivalent examination from a recognized board. For the lateral entry in the 2nd Year to having passed a 3-year diploma from the Punjab State Board of Technical Education & Industrial Training, Chandigarh. 

The total tuition fee for the undergraduate program is around INR 27,100 to INR 33,100 with a non-refundable registration fee of INR 500. 

PSOU Admission 2025 For PG

Admissions are ongoing at Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU Admission 2025) for the July session. The last date to register for online admission is 31 August 2025*. PSOU provides various postgraduate programs through distance education mode, including M.Com, MA Economics, MA English, MA Hindi, and M.Sc (Computer Science). To be eligible for admission to the PG course, candidates must have passed any recognized Bachelor’s Degree of a minimum of 3 years duration from an accredited university. These PG courses range between INR 16,600 to INR 25,000. 

Qualification Requirements: Master of Science (M.Sc) Computer Science: Candidates have to pass a 3-year Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Mathematics or Computer Applications or Economics, or Statistics as one of the courses at the graduation level from a university recognized by UGC. 

PSOU Admission 2025 For Certificate

Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU) also offers a 6-month certificate course like Certificate in  Stock Market and Trading Operations, Certificate in Income Tax Filing and Documentation, and more. The eligibility required for these courses is to complete 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board. Certificate course fees range between INR 23,000 to INR 28,000 for the entire courseStudents should visit the official website of PSOU and fill out the application form before 31 August 2025*. 

PSOU Admission Fee Structure 2025-26 

Punjab State Open University (PSOU) offers several UG, PG, Diploma, and Certificate courses. The fee ranges from INR 10,000 to INR 70,000, depending on the course level and the duration of the course.

mentioned the detailed fee structure

Course Name Course Fee (Per Semester) 
Bachelor of Commerce  INR 5,500  to INR 4,200  
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts  INR 4,200 to INR 4,500  
Bachelor of Science (Data Science) INR 5,200  to INR 6,500 
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) INR 5,500 to INR 6,000
Master of Arts (Punjabi) INR 3,700 to INR 4,200 
Master of Arts (English) INR 3,700  to INR 4,200 
Master of Commerce  INR 5,250 to INR 6,750 
Master of Science (Computer Science)  INR 5,750 to INR  7,250 
Diploma in Analysis and Research Methodology  INR 23,000 
Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science  INR 28,000 
Diploma in Organic Farming  INR 23,000 
Diploma in Computer Applications  INR 28,000 
Certificate in Accounting and Taxation  INR 23,000 
Certificate in Banking and Financial Services  INR 2,300 
Certificate Program in Rural Management  INR 2,300 

 PSOU Admission 2025-26 Process  

The PSOU admission 2025 is mainly done online through the university’s online portal. Applicants need to confirm their eligibility criteria before applying for a specific course. 

Step-by-Step process to apply for PSOU admission 2025-26

  • Step 1: Visit the Website: Check the University’s official website 
  • Step 2: Click Apply: Click on “Click here to apply” from the admission category. 
  • Step 3:  Registration: Students need to create an account by clicking on the “Not Registered” button.
  • Step 4: Choose Centre: In the registration form, select your desired program and choose your nearest or suitable centre. 
  • Step 5:  Login: After successful registration, log in with your Email ID and Password. 
  • Step 6: Application Form: Fill in the required details such as academic and personal details. 
  • Step 7: Upload Document: Submit all scanned documents. 
  • Step 8: Submission: Click on “Pay and  Submit” and submit your application form. 
  • Step 9:  Fee Payment: Pay an application fee with available payment methods. 
  • Step 10: The Application will only be submitted when you have paid the required fee.  
  • Step 11: Confirmation:  After 24 to 48 hours of submission, the university will send you an “Admission Letter”. 

PSOU Admission 2025 Documents Required

Students, after completing the admission process, and check the university criteria. They can submit the required documents in PDF or a scanner format. Some relevant documents are given below.

  • 10th Mark Sheet and Certificates  
  • 12th Mark Sheet and Certificates  
  • Bachelor’s Degree Certificates
  • Migration Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate 
  • ID Proof
  • Address Proof
  • Scanned Signature 
  • Passport-size Photographs

F&Q

Q: What is the last date for PSOU admission?
A: The PSOU admission last date is 31st August for the session 2025-26. Students who are interested to admiit in PSOU can fill out the application form.

Q: How can I get admission in PSOU?
A: Students can apply online on the official university website. They can fill out the registration form and complete the admission process on the website.

Q: Which courses are provided by PSOU?
A: These courses are provided by PSOU

  • Master of Science (Computer Science) 
  • Master of Commerce (M.Com)
  • Master of Arts (Punjabi)
  • Master of Arts (English)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts 
  • Bachelor of Science (Data Science)
  • Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
  • Certificate in Banking and Financial Services, and many more..

Q: How to check admission status 2025?
A:
Students visit the university website and search for the admission status. Click the admission status and fill in the required details for session 2025-26.

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