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BRAOU Admission 2026: Step-by-Step Application Process

Updated 2 October 2026 Admission Process 7 min read

BRAOU invites online applications for admission to various Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, and Certificate programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27. The last date for UG (BA/B.Com/B.Sc) admission registration and fee payment is 13 October 2026. Eligibility and fees vary by programme, with MBA admissions requiring a valid rank from either the BRAOU MBA Entrance Test 2026 or TG ICET.

Key facts

Application Mode Online
Last Date for UG Admission (2026-27) 13 October 2026
MBA Entrance Test Date (2026-27) 23 August 2026 (11:00 AM to 12:30 PM)
UG First Year Fee (2026-27) Rs. 3,200/-
MBA First Year Fee (2026-27) Rs. 15,300/-
Toll-Free Number 18005990101 (8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)

General Application Process for 2026-27 Admissions

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) invites online applications for admission to various programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27. Candidates must complete the application process online, which includes registration, certificate upload, and fee payment.

As per UGC mandate, candidates must create an AAPAR ID and DEB-ID for admission. Details for this are available on the university’s web portals.

  1. Visit the university’s web portals, such as BRAOU Admissions 2026-27 or Admissions & Fee.
  2. Carefully read the prospectus for the desired programme.
  3. Fill the online application form available on the websites/web portals.
  4. Upload revised certificates as required.
  5. After certificate verification, pay the tuition fee using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net banking, or UPI payment (Google Pay, Phone Pay, etc.).
  6. Download your ID card after successful admission fee payment.
BRAOU: General Application Process for 2026-27 Admissions — step-by-step
General Application Process for 2026-27 Admissions: the steps at a glance.

Important Dates for 2026-27 Admissions

BRAOU has not published the last dates for Admission Registration for PG, Diploma, Certificate, MCA, M.Sc (Computer Science), M.Sc (Data Science), M.Sc (Statistics), and Online Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27 as of 02 October 2026. The MBA/MBA(HHCM) Entrance Test for the Academic Year 2026-27 was conducted on 23 August 2026.

Admission Dates for Academic Year 2026-27

Programme / Service Last Date
Admission Registration for UG (BA/B.Com/B.Sc) 13 October 2026
UG Second & Third Years Tuition Fee Payment – Old Batches Joined in 2016 13 October 2026

Programmes Offered and Eligibility Criteria

BRAOU offers various programmes including BA, MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MBA, MLISc, BLISc, Diplomas, and Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27. Eligibility varies by programme.

Eligibility Criteria for Select Programmes (2026-27)

Programme Eligibility
BA, B.Com, B.Sc Intermediate (OR) Equivalent Examination (10+2)
MA, M.Com, M.Sc Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline
MBA Bachelor’s Degree (minimum three years duration) in any subject (except Fine Arts and Oriental Languages) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PH Reserved Candidates) in the qualifying examination.
MBA (In-Service Candidates) Bachelor’s Degree (minimum three years duration) in any subject (except Oriental Languages) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/BC/PH Reserved Candidates) and a minimum of three years experience in any organization as on the last date of application submission.
MLISc Bachelor of Library Science (BLISc) Degree with 40% marks.
BLISc Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a minimum of one year experience in a regular or substantial post of Record Assistant & above in recognized libraries OR Graduates with Diploma or Certificate in Library Science in Govt. Recognized Institutions.
Diploma Programmes Intermediate (OR) SSC with 3 years experience in any Private Organization.
Certificate Programmes No formal academic qualification (Minimum age: 18 years).

Tuition Fees for 2026-27 Academic Year

Tuition fees are payable online at the time of admission. Practical Lab fees are additional for Science, Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Application subjects.

  • Practical Lab fee for Science Subjects: Rs. 1,600/- each
  • Practical Lab fee for Mathematics: Rs. 800/-
  • Practical Lab fee for Statistics: Rs. 800/-
  • Practical Lab fee for Computer Application: Rs. 4,000/-

First and Second Year Tuition Fees (2026-27)

Programme 1st Year Fee 2nd Year Fee
BA, B.Com, B.Sc Rs. 3,200/- Rs. 3,000/-
MA, M.Com, M.Sc Rs. 5,300/- Rs. 5,000/-
MBA Rs. 15,300/- Rs. 15,000/-
MBA (HHCM) Convenor Quota Rs. 70,000/- Rs. 70,000/-
MBA (HHCM) Management Quota Rs. 90,000/- Rs. 90,000/-
MLISc Rs. 15,300/- Rs. 15,000/-
BLISc Rs. 7,800/- Rs. 7,500/-

MBA Admission Process and Entrance Test

Admission to the MBA programme is based on the rank secured in either the TG ICET conducted by the Telangana Government or the BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) Entrance Test (ET) conducted by Dr. BRAOU. The MBA/MBA(HHCM) Entrance Test for the Academic Year 2026-27 was held on 23 August 2026.

The qualifying marks in BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) ET – 2026 is 25 percent. No minimum marks are prescribed for SC/ST candidates, on par with ICET Guidelines.

Candidates who qualified in TG ICET need not appear for the BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) ET. They can seek admission into the MBA Program directly.

The rank obtained in either TG ICET or BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) ET is valid for admission to the MBA Program only in the respective academic year. The intake for the MBA Programme is restricted to 500 seats.

  1. Candidates wishing to appear for the BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) ET should have visited the BRAOU website and applied for the same. (Note: The exam date 23-08-2026 is in the past).
  2. Before filling the application form, keep all necessary documents ready.
  3. Fill in basic information and submit. Then, pay the registration fee to access the full application form.
  4. Complete the remaining details and upload a photograph.
  5. Submit the application form successfully to be eligible for the Entrance Test.

Online Programmes for 2026-27

BRAOU has launched five online programmes with UGC permission: MBA, M.Com, B.Com (Telugu Medium), B.Com (English Medium), and M.A. Telugu. Admissions for these programmes are currently underway for the Academic Year 2026-27.

These online programmes offer a flexible pathway for higher education, leveraging the university’s experience in Open and Distance Learning with digital technology.

Checking Application Status and Downloading ID Card

After completing the admission process and paying the tuition fee, candidates can check their application status and download their ID card.

  • To check application status, visit the Fee Payments page and use the ‘Know Your Application Status’ link.
  • To download the ID card, log in to the student dashboard after admission fee payments.
What you can do Official page
BRAOU Admissions 2026-27 braouonline.in/MISC/AdmissionLinks.htm
Admissions & Fee login online.braou.ac.in/login
Admission and Tuition Fee Payments www.braouonline.in/MISC/PaymentLinks.aspx
Admission Registration for Online Programmes digital.braou.ac.in/
PG Admission Registration Form online.braou.ac.in/PG/PGFirstHome

Official documents (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

Is TS ICET score mandatory for MBA admission at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?

No, a TS ICET score is not mandatory. Candidates qualified in TG ICET need not appear for the BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) Entrance Test and can seek admission into the MBA Program based on their TG ICET rank.

Are B.Pharm or M.Pharm graduates eligible to apply for the B.Ed (ODL) course at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?

The provided sources do not specify the eligibility criteria for B.Ed (ODL) for B.Pharm or M.Pharm graduates for the 2026-27 academic year. Eligibility for B.Ed (SE) Entrance Test – 2021-22 is mentioned in an old prospectus, but not for the current academic year’s B.Ed (ODL).

Can students without a 10+2 qualification get admission into open degree programs at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?

Yes, students without a 10+2 qualification can get admission into Certificate Programmes, provided they are a minimum of 18 years of age and have no formal academic qualification. For Undergraduate (BA/B.Com/B.Sc) programmes, Intermediate or its equivalent (10+2) is required.

What is the last date to apply for admission at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?

The last date for Admission Registration for UG (BA/B.Com/B.Sc) for the Academic Year 2026-27 is 13 October 2026. For other programmes like PG, Diploma, Certificate, and Online Programmes, BRAOU has not published the last dates as of 02 October 2026.

What are the qualifying marks for the BRAOU MBA Entrance Test 2026?

The qualifying marks in the BRAOU MBA / MBA (HHCM) Entrance Test – 2026 is 25 percent. For SC/ST candidates, no minimum marks are prescribed, aligning with ICET Guidelines.

What is the maximum duration to complete a PG programme at BRAOU?

The maximum period of duration to complete a Postgraduate (PG) programme at BRAOU is four years.

Sources

Written from the official BRAOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.

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