Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education: UG/PG Courses, Fees, Eligibility, Admission & Last Date 2025

Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education: ANU CDE has started the admission process for the February 2025 academic session. The university is offering admission to various UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate ODL and Online courses under this session. Interested students can apply for the admission by visiting the official website www.anucde.info. The last date for Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education Admission 2025 is 31 March 2025.

About ANU Distance Education

Acharya Nagarjuna University was established in 1976 and it is located between Vijayawada and Guntur on Kolkata, Chennai National Highway (NH 16). The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) awarded an “A” grade with a CGPA of 3.46 to Acharya Nagarjuna University. The university is also given rank 59 in the NIRF rankings. 

The university’s Centre for Distance Education (CDE), was started in the year 2003. Currently, ANUCDE offers various ODL UG and PG courses in Humanities, Science, Commers, Libary & Information Science and other streams. The popular courses includes B.A., BBA, B.Com, B.L.I.Sc, MA (English), MA (in various specialisations) M.Com., M.L.I.Sc.

Also the institution offers Certificate Programme in HIV-Aids Counselling/Hotel & Hospital Management, Diploma Programme in Psychological Guidance & Counselling/Food Production. The fees of the courses vary from INR 5,000 to 10,000 depending on course to course, making it affordable for students who can’t attend college daily.

Latest Updates & Notifications

• Acharya Nagarjuna University started the admission process for distance learning courses under the academic session February 2025 with a last date of 31 March 2025. Apply Here | Official Notification
• The entrance test for ODL MBA and ODL MCA programmes is scheduled to be conducted on 16 March 2025 (ICET qualified applicanted will get direct admission. Source

Key Highlights of ANU CDE Admission:

• University Type: State University
• Established: 1976
• Recognition: It is recognised “A” grade by NAAC, and recognised by the UGC-DEB.
• Courses Offered: UG: B.A, B.Com, BBA, BliSc; PG: MA, M.Com, MCA, MSc. (All in various specialisations)
• Application Fees: INR 100 (INR 15 for application + INR 85 for registration). 
• Mode of Admission: Online merit-based & Entrance Based
• Official Website: https://anucde.info

Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education Admission 2025 

The admissions has started at Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education on 16 February 2025 for the February academc cycle with a last date of 31 March 2025. Interested students can choose from a variety of UG and PG courses, including B.A, B.Com, BCA, M.A., MCA, and M.Com. Before choosing a course candidates must make sure that they fulfil the given criteria.

The registration fee that needs to be paid for filling out the application forms varies from INR 100 to INR 500, depending on the courses. The selection to most of the courses is merit based however students are required to pass ANU CDE entrance test for MBA and MCA programmes. The fees of the courses vary from INR 4880 to INR 10030.

Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education Important Dates

ANU Distance Education UG Admission 2025

• Distance BA: [Combination of three subjects]: The university offers the bachelor of Arts, in a combination of three subjects as given below. These are courses of 3 years including six semesters, taught in Sanskrit, Telugu and Hindi medium (Except if the course chosen is in English). The Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education fee of these courses range from INR 4880 to INR 7340, per year. To study these courses, candidates must complete 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks, in the related subjects. 

1. 1. Economics, History, Politics
   2. Economics, Public Administration, Politics
   3. Economics, Public Administration, Sociology 
   4. Economics, History, Sociology
   5. Economics, Politics, Sociology 
   6. History, Politics, Sociology 
   7. Public Administration, Politics, History
   8. Special English, History, Special Telugu 
   9. Economics, Banking, Computer Applications

• Distance B.Com: Sri Acharya Nagarjuna University offers, a Bachelor of Commerce in the given two specialisations. The course is for 3 years, and of six semesters. The medium to study is Sanskrit, Hindi, Telugu and English. The fees range from INR 5630 to INR 8000. To study these courses, students must complete 10+2 with the related stream.

1. 1. General
   2. Computer Applications 

• Distance BBA: Bachelor of Business Administration is provided with  a medium of Sanskrit, Hindi, Telugu and English, with minimum criteria being 10+2 in any stream with a minimum of 45%

ANU Distance Education PG Admission 2025

• Distance MA: The university offers a Master of Arts in the given specialisations. The course is for 2 years, with the medium either being English or Telugu. To study these courses candidates must complete bachelors in any degree. However, to study Master’s in Economics candidates must complete a BA bachelor’s degree in Economics. 

1. 1. Journalism and Mass Communication 
   2. Political Science
   3. English 
   4. Telugu 
   5. Economics
   6. History 
   7. Sociology 
   8. Human Resource Management
   9. Social Work 

• Distance MCom: The course is offered in two specialisations including Accountancy and Banking. Acharya Nagarjuna University Distance Education MCom is for 2 years with the medium being English only. The fees are INR 6730 to INR 8750. To study these courses candidates must complete B.Com and BBM as an undergraduate degree.
• Distance MSc: ANU offers Masters in Science, in the given specialisations. The course being of 2 years is of medium English only. The fees range from INR 10000 to INR 14000. The study for this degree candidate must complete a BSc in the same field you wish to do a Master of Science. 

1. 1. Computer Science
   2. Food and Nutrition Science
   3. Psychology 
   4. Statistics
   5. Mathematics
   6. Microbiology
   7. Chemistry
   8. Physics
   9. Zoology 
   10. Botany

Application Process for ANUCDE Admission 2025

Applicants can apply online through the website of ANU https://anucde.org/dashboards/analytics/. It is easy because all you need to do is complete the Bielec form and attach all necessary documents. In all the formalities that follow, there is a confirmation through an email and an SMS is also sent and you can log into the official website to peruse all you need to know and the changes that have been made in detail.

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official ANU Distance Education website: www.anucde.info or www.anucde.ac.in. You can download the application form from the website to start the process.
2. Register for the Program: Select the desired program you wish to apply for (Undergraduate or Postgraduate) from the available courses listed on the website. Fill in your details, educational qualifications, and preferred study centre while filling out the application form.
3. Prepare Required Documents: Make sure to have all the required documents.
4. Submit the Application: Once the form is filled out correctly, apply either:
   • Online: If applying through the online portal, upload the required documents and pay the ₹100 application fee (₹15 for application + ₹85 for registration).
   • In-Person: Alternatively, you can submit the application form in person at the Centre for Distance Education (CDE) office, along with the necessary documents and application fee.
5. Track your application: After submitting the form, you will receive a reference number. Use this number to track the status of your application through the online portal or contact the CDE office for updates.
6. Verification of documents: Original certificates need to be verified within two months of provisional admission.

Documents Required for ANUCDE Admission 

• Attested copies of qualifying examination mark sheets.
• Transfer Certificate (if applicable).
• Date of Birth proof (SSC certificate).
• Four passport-size photographs.
• Migration Certificate (for students transferring from other universities).
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).
• Identity Proof.
• Four self-addressed stamped envelopes.

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