BRAOU PG Courses 2026: Eligibility, Fee, Duration and Syllabus
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) offers various Post Graduate (PG) courses, including Master of Arts (M.A.), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Education (M.Ed), and several PG Diploma programmes. Most Master’s degrees have a minimum duration of 2 years and a maximum of 6 years, with first-year tuition fees ranging from Rs. 4,400/- to Rs. 15,000/- for the 2026-27 session. All programmes are recognised by UGC and Distance Education Bureau (DEB).
Key facts
| Minimum Duration for Master’s Degrees | 2 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Duration for Master’s Degrees | 6 years |
| Minimum Duration for PG Diplomas | 1 year |
| Recognition | UGC and Distance Education Bureau (DEB) |
| Admission Mode | Distance mode and Online mode for select programs |
| Online Programs Launched | MBA, M.Com, M.A. Telugu |
Post Graduate Master’s Degree Programmes
BRAOU offers the following Master’s degree programmes through distance mode. The tuition fees listed are for the 2026-27 session, as published in the university’s programme information.
BRAOU PG Master’s Degree Programmes (2026-27)
| Programme Name | Eligibility | Min. Duration (Years) | Max. Duration (Years) | I Year Tuition Fee | II Year Tuition Fee | Medium of Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.A. (History) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Telugu |
| M.A. (Economics) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Telugu |
| M.A. (Political Science) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Telugu |
| M.A. (Public Administration) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Telugu |
| M.A. (Sociology) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Telugu |
| M.A. (English) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | English |
| M.A. (Telugu) | Any Graduate with Telugu Second language | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Telugu |
| M.A. (Hindi) | Graduate with Hindi as Second Language or Hindi Exams recognised or equivalent to B.A. by State/Central such as Hindi Vidwan, Basha, Praveen etc. | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Hindi |
| M.A. (Urdu) | Graduate with Urdu as Second Language | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,400/- | Rs. 4,200/- | Urdu |
| Master of Commerce (M.Com.) | Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/BBA/BBM/B.A.(Commerce) | 2 | 6 | Rs. 5,000/- | Rs. 4,800/- | English |
| M.Sc. (Mathematics) | Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,700/- | Rs. 4,200/- | English |
| M.Sc. (Applied Mathematics) | Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics | 2 | 6 | Rs. 4,700/- | Rs. 4,200/- | English |
| M.Sc (Botany) | B.Sc Degree with Botany or one of the Subject or its equivalent | 2 | 6 | Rs. 12,600/- | Rs. 12,000/- | English |
| M.Sc (Chemistry) | B.Sc Degree with Chemistry or one of the Subject or its equivalent | 2 | 6 | Rs. 15,000/- | Rs. 14,400/- | English |
| M.Sc (Environmental Sciences) | Degree Subject in any Discipline of Science or its equivalent. Admissions on Merit basis | 2 | 6 | Rs. 12,600/- | Rs. 12,000/- | English |
| M.Sc (Physics) | B.Sc Degree with Physics and Mathematics | 2 | 6 | Rs. 12,600/- | Rs. 12,000/- | English |
| M.Sc (Zoology) | B.Sc Degree with Zoology as one of the Subject or its equivalent | 2 | 6 | Rs. 12,600/- | Rs. 12,000/- | English |
| M.Sc (Psychology) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline recognised by UGC based on Merit | 2 | 6 | Rs. 7,400/- | Rs. 7,200/- | English |
| Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) | BA/B.Sc/B.Com B.Sc. Home Science/BCA/BBM/BBA from any University recognised by UGC & Minimum 2 years Teaching experience at the time of admissions as a full time regular teacher or as a Temporary teacher in any Primary/Middle/High School recognised by State/Central/Govt/Union Territory | 2 | 4 | Rs. 25,000/- (one instalment for entire programme) | N/A | Telugu |
| Bachelor of Education B.Ed (Special Education) | Indian Citizen of A.P. BA/B.Com/B.Sc(Home Sci)/BCA/BBA/B.O.L. Admission by Entrance test | 2 | 4 | Rs. 15,000/- (1st instalment) | Rs. 15,000/- (2nd instalment after 2nd semester) | English & Telugu |
| Master of Education (M.Ed) | Admission by Entrance Test Indian Citizen residing in AP 55% Aggregate Marks in B.Ed/B.EI/Ed. Two years Experience as Teachers/Administrators | 2 | 4 | Rs. 35,000/- (for entire programme) | N/A | English |
| Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) | Admission through ICET (Common Entrance Test) | 3 | 9 | Rs. 10,150/- | Rs. 10,000/- | English |
| MBA (Hospital & Health Care Management) | Any Graduate – Medical/Non Medical other than Oriental Languages & fineArts from a recognised University with 50% marks. Test followed by Group Discussion and Interview | 2 (4 Semesters) | N/A | Rs. 70,000/- (1st instalment) | Rs. 50,000/- (2nd instalment) | English |
| Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science (MLISc) | BLISc Degree (40% and above) | 1 | 3 | Rs. 6,900/- | N/A | English |
Post Graduate Diploma Programmes
BRAOU also offers the following Post Graduate Diploma programmes. The tuition fees listed are for the 2026-27 session.
BRAOU PG Diploma Programmes (2026-27)
| Programme Name | Eligibility | Min. Duration (Years) | Max. Duration (Years) | Tuition Fee | Medium of Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.G. Diploma in Marketing Management (PGDMM) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 1 | 3 | Rs. 3,200/- | English |
| P.G. Diploma in Business Finance (PGDBF) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 1 | 3 | Rs. 3,200/- | English |
| P.G. Diploma in Environmental Studies (PGDES) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 1 | 3 | Rs. 3,200/- | English |
| P.G. Diploma in Writing for Mass Media in Telugu (PGDWMMT) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 1 | 3 | Rs. 3,200/- | Telugu |
| P.G. Diploma in Human Rights (PGDHR) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 1 | 3 | Rs. 2,500/- | Telugu |
| P.G. Diploma in Women’s Studies (PGDWS) | Bachelor’s Degree in any subject | 1 | 3 | Rs. 2,500/- | English |
| PG Dip.in Culture and Heritage Tourism (PGDCHT) | Bachelors Degree in any discipline from U.G.C recognized Universities. | 1 | 3 | Rs. 3,800/- | English |
| PG Dip.in Practical Accounting & Taxation (PGDPAT) | Bachelors Degree of B.Com/B.Tech/B.E,BBA with 50% marks | 1 | 3 | Rs. 25,000/- for General Candidates; Rs. 35,000/- for Sponsored Candidates | English |
Admission Process for 2026-27
Admissions for PG (MA/MBA/M.Com/ M.Sc) programmes for the 2026-27 session are open. BRAOU has also launched online programmes for MBA, M.Com, and M.A. Telugu, with admissions currently underway.
The last date for online registration and payment for PG (MA/MBA/M.Com/ M.Sc) admissions for 2026-27 has not been published on the university’s website as of 02 October 2026.
Candidates for MBA (Hospital & Health Care Management) must attend counselling after an entrance test, group discussion, and interview.
Candidates for B.Ed (Special Education) and M.Ed programmes are admitted through an Entrance Test.
For online programmes, admission registration is available through the BRAOU Digital portal.
- Access the PG Admission Registration Form on the university portal.
- Fill out the application form for your chosen PG, PG Diploma, or Certificate Programme.
- Upload scanned certificates as required.
- Pay the admission fee through Debit/Credit Card or at TS/APONLINE franchise centres.
- Print your application form for future reference.
MBA (Hospital & Health Care Management) Counselling 2026
Candidates seeking admission into the MBA (Hospital & Health Care Management) programme must attend the counselling session with all original certificates.
- Candidates are advised to fill the Admission Registration Form before attending the counselling.
MBA (HHCM) Counselling Details 2026
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 22nd September 2026 | 10:00 AM | CSTD Building, BRAOU Main Campus, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad |
Examination Registration and Fees (January/February 2025 Session)
The following details pertain to the P.G I & II Year [Spell-II] Examinations held in January/February 2025. Students are advised to refer to the latest notifications for current examination schedules and fees.
Examination registration is through online mode only. Students must select and apply for all required papers (theory and practicals) in a single application form. No separate application form is accepted for individual years. Physically challenged candidates should contact the exam helpline after registration for fee exemption.
There is no re-valuation for any P.G. Programmes.
- Examination Fee for each Theory paper: Rs. 200/-
- Additional amount for MBA Final year [Old] Viva Voce: Rs. 400/-
- Examination fee once paid will not be refunded.
- Visit the BRAOU portal and click on Exam Registration, then PG online registration.
- Apply online and pay the prescribed fee at any TG/AP Online centers or through Debit/Credit card.
- Pay both the Practical and Theory Exam fee by way of a Single Payment.
- Keep a copy of the printout payment receipt for future reference.
- To modify/change an exam application form before fee payment: Go to “Update Examination Application Details (If already applied)”, enter your Application Number (9 Digits) and Mobile Number (10 Digits), re-apply all papers, and then proceed for fee payment.
PG Examination Registration Dates for January/February 2025 Session
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Registration & Payment of Examination Fee | 16-12-2024 |
| Last date for Online Registration & Payment of Examination Fee without Fine | 30-12-2024 |
| Last date for Online Registration & Payment of Examination Fee with a Fine of Rs. 500/- | 04-01-2025 |
| Last date for Online Registration & Payment of Examination Fee with a Fine of Rs. 1,000/- | 09-01-2025 |
Syllabus Overview for Select PG Programmes
Detailed course structures and syllabi for PG programmes are available in the university’s PG Prospectus. The programmes are offered in semester mode, with each course carrying 100 Marks. Students can complete a two-year programme within a maximum period of four years.
For example, the M.Sc. Botany First Year includes Semester I courses like Biology, Diversity of Microbes and Fungi; Non-Vascular Plants; Pteridophyta, Gymnosperms and Paleobotany; Plant Biochemistry, each with corresponding practicals. Semester II includes Plant Development and Reproductive Biology; Taxonomy of Angiosperms; Biostatistics, Computers and Techniques in Plant Science; Plant Physiology, also with practicals.
M.Sc. Chemistry First Year Semester I includes Inorganic Chemistry-1, Organic Chemistry-1, Physical Chemistry-1, and Spectroscopy-I, with practicals.
M.Sc. Environmental Science First Year Semester I includes Fundamentals of Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Ecology and Biodiversity, and Environmental Geoscience, with practicals. Semester II includes Water and Waste Water Treatment Technologies, Air Pollution and Control Technologies, Geomatics, and EIA and Environmental Audit, with practicals.
M.Sc. Zoology First Year Semester I includes Biosystematics and Invertebrate Biology, Vertebrate Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Biostatistics, Computers and Biological Instrumentation Techniques, with practicals.
Important BRAOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| Apply for PG Admissions | online.braou.ac.in/PG/PGFirstHome |
| Download PG Hall Tickets | online.braou.ac.in/PGExamHallTicket/home |
| Print Examination Application | braouonline.in/pg/examination/Print_Login.aspx |
| Pay PG/PG Diploma/Certificate Fee | online.braou.ac.in/PG/PGPrintApplication |
| Register for Online Programmes | digital.braou.ac.in/ |
| Pay Admission, Tuition, Exam Fees | www.braouonline.in/MISC/PaymentLinks.aspx |
Official documents (PDF)
- ð PG Prospectus PDF — PG Prospectus with programme details
- PG PROGRAMMES PROSPECTUS 2026-27 PDF — PG Programmes Prospectus 2026-27
- ð¢ Notification PDF — Admission Notification 2026
Frequently asked questions
How is the M.Sc. Psychology program at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU), and is it recognized?
The M.Sc. Psychology programme at BRAOU has a minimum duration of 2 years and a maximum of 6 years. Eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline recognised by UGC, with admissions based on merit. All programmes offered by BRAOU, including M.Sc. Psychology, are recognised by UGC and Distance Education Bureau (DEB).
Is TS ICET score mandatory for MBA admission at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?
Yes, admission to the Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) programme at BRAOU is through the ICET (Common Entrance Test). For the MBA (Hospital & Health Care Management) programme, an entrance test followed by group discussion and interview is required.
Does Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) offer a BBA program?
The provided sources list BBA as an eligibility criterion for M.Com. and some B.Ed programmes, but do not explicitly state that BRAOU offers a BBA programme as a standalone course. BRAOU has launched B.Com programmes in online mode.
Are B.Pharm or M.Pharm graduates eligible to apply for the B.Ed (ODL) course at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?
Eligibility for the B.Ed (ODL) course includes BA/B.Sc/B.Com B.Sc. Home Science/BCA/BBM/BBA from any UGC recognised university. The sources do not explicitly mention B.Pharm or M.Pharm graduates as eligible.
Can students without a 10+2 qualification get admission into Post Graduate (PG) programs at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?
No, all Post Graduate (PG) Master’s degree and PG Diploma programmes at BRAOU require a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject for admission. There are no provisions for admission to PG programmes without a Bachelor’s degree.
What is the fee structure for PG courses at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?
For the 2026-27 session, first-year tuition fees for Master’s degrees range from Rs. 4,400/- to Rs. 15,000/-. PG Diploma fees range from Rs. 2,500/- to Rs. 3,800/-, except for PG Dip. in Practical Accounting & Taxation which is Rs. 25,000/- (General) or Rs. 35,000/- (Sponsored). B.Ed and M.Ed have single or two-instalment fees for the entire programme.
What is the duration of PG programmes at BRAOU?
Most Master’s degree programmes have a minimum duration of 2 years and a maximum of 6 years. The MBA programme has a minimum duration of 3 years and a maximum of 9 years. PG Diploma programmes typically have a minimum duration of 1 year and a maximum of 3 years.
Are BRAOU’s PG programmes offered in online mode?
Yes, BRAOU has launched select PG programmes in online mode, including MBA, M.Com, and M.A. Telugu. Admissions for these online programmes are currently underway.
When are the examination registrations typically held for PG courses?
Based on the January/February 2025 examination schedule, online registration for PG examinations commenced in mid-December and concluded by early January, with options for late registration with a fine.
Is re-valuation available for PG examination papers?
No, there is no re-valuation facility for any Post Graduate (PG) programmes at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University.
Sources
Written from the official BRAOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- braouonline.in braouonline.in/…/ACpro.html
- Apply Online braouonline.in/…/Terms.aspx
- Admission Registration Form online.braou.ac.in/…/PGFirstHome
- Notification PG Examination braouonline.in/…/PGNotification_Spell-II_2024.pdf
- ð PG Prospectus online.braou.ac.in/…/vnXuB4DMsUgxcDFn_25Jun2026094118GMT_1782
- PG PROGRAMMES PROSPECTUS 2026-27 braou.ac.in/…/cmsupload_12072026171217185_7a0da340-e92
- Admissions 2026â27 for ODL & Online Programs â braouonline.in/…/AdmissionLinks.htm
- MBA(HHCM) Counselling 2026 braouonline.in/…/MBA_HHCM_Counselling.html