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BRAOU Certificate Courses 2026: Eligibility, Fee, Duration and Syllabus

Updated 3 October 2026 Programmes 5 min read

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) offers five Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27, including Food & Nutrition, Literacy & Community Development, NGO’s Management, and Early Childhood Care & Education. Eligibility varies by programme, with some requiring Intermediate (10+2) and one accepting applicants with no formal academic qualification. All certificate programmes have a duration of one academic year, with theory delivered online and practicals offline. BRAOU has not published the specific fee structure or the last date for admission registration for these certificate programmes as of 02 October 2026.

Key facts

Programmes Offered Certificate Programme in Food & Nutrition (CPFN), Literacy & Community Development (CPLCD), NGO’s Management (CNGOM), Early Childhood Care & Education (CPECCE), Early Childhood Care and Education Foundational Stage (CPECCE-FS)
Duration 1 academic year for all certificate programmes
Mode of Study Theory – Online, Practicals – Offline
Eligibility Highlight Some programmes require Intermediate (10+2), one accepts no formal academic qualification (minimum age 18 years)
Admission Status Applications invited for Academic Year 2026-27
Official BRAOU page on braouonline.in: admission Registration for Diploma and Certificate Programmes
The official BRAOU page on braouonline.in — admission Registration for Diploma and Certificate Programmes. Screenshot taken 2 October 2026; click to open it.

Certificate Programmes Offered for 2026-27

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University invites applications for the following Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27. These programmes are offered through distance mode and are recognised by UGC and Distance Education Bureau (DEB).

BRAOU Certificate Programmes 2026-27

Programme Code Programme Name Medium of Instruction
CPFN Certificate Programme in Food & Nutrition Telugu Medium
CPLCD Certificate Programme in Literacy & Community Development Telugu Medium
CNGOM Certificate Programme in NGO’s Management Telugu Medium
CPECCE Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Care & Education English Medium
CPECCE-FS Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Care and Education Foundational Stage English Medium

Eligibility Criteria for Certificate Programmes

Eligibility for Certificate Programmes 2026-27

Programme Name Eligibility
Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Care and Education (Foundation stage) (CPECCE-FS) Intermediate (OR) Its Equivalent Examination (10+2)
Certificate Programme in Literacy and Community Development (CPLCD) Intermediate (OR) SSC with 3 years experience in any Private Organization
Certificate Programme in NGO’s Management (CPNGOM) No formal academic qualification (Minimum age: 18 years)
Certificate Programme in Early Childhood Care and Education (CPECCE) Intermediate (OR) Its Equivalent Examination (10+2)
Certificate Programme in Food and Nutrition (CPFN) Intermediate (OR) Its Equivalent Examination (10+2)

Programme Duration and Mode of Study

All Certificate Programmes offered by BRAOU have a duration of one academic year. The mode of instruction for theory components is online, while practical components are conducted offline.

Certificate Programme Duration and Mode

Programme Type Duration Theory Mode Practicals Mode
Certificate Programmes 1 Year Online Offline

Admission Process for 2026-27

Applications for admission into Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27 are invited online. BRAOU has not published the last date for registration, submission of online applications, and payment of tuition fee as of 02 October 2026.

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. Fill the online application forms available on the university’s website/web portals and upload revised certificates.
  2. Take a printout of the application form and visit the study centre mentioned in your application form for original certificate verification.
  3. After certificate verification, pay your tuition fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net banking, or UPI payment.
  4. Download your ID card after admission fee payments.
BRAOU: Admission Process for 2026-27 — step-by-step
Admission Process for 2026-27: the steps at a glance.

Programme Fees

BRAOU has not published the specific fee structure for Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27 as of 02 October 2026. However, online fee payment options for Diploma / Certificate Programmes are available via the BRAOU online payment portal.

Applying for Original Certificates (Post-Completion)

The Twenty Seventh Convocation of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University will be held in September/October 2026 to confer Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates to successful candidates. This applies to candidates eligible for the award of a Certificate for the period from June 2024 to June 2025.

Candidates wishing to apply for their original certificates (Consolidated Marks Memo, Original Degree, TC, Migration, and Bonafide) or update/change already applied certificate information can do so online.

  1. To attend the Convocation in person, apply online and pay Rs. 500/- towards the fee on or before 15th September 2026.
  2. Candidates unable to attend in person may apply for their Certificate in Absentia online by paying Rs. 600/-. These certificates will be sent via Speed Post after the Convocation.
  3. Applications received after the last date or incomplete applications will be rejected.
  4. Fee payment for certificates can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net banking.
What you can do Official page
Admission Registration for Diploma and Certificate Programmes braouonline.in/MISC/AdmissionLinks.htm
PG/P.G.Diploma/Certificate Online Fee payment online.braou.ac.in/PG/PGPrintApplication
Admissions Fee Payment for Diploma / Certificate Programmes www.braouonline.in/MISC/PaymentLinks.aspx
Admission Registration for Academic Year 2026-27 online.braou.ac.in/login

Official documents (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

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

For Certificate Programmes, the Certificate Programme in NGO’s Management (CPNGOM) at BRAOU does not require a formal academic qualification, only a minimum age of 18 years. Other certificate programmes require Intermediate (10+2) or SSC with 3 years of experience.

Are degrees from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) recognized?

Yes, all programmes offered by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, including Certificate Programmes, are recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Distance Education Bureau (DEB).

What is the duration of BRAOU Certificate Programmes?

All Certificate Programmes offered by BRAOU have a duration of one academic year. The maximum period for completion of a programme is generally two academic years, though this is explicitly stated for M.LI.Sc in the prospectus, not directly for certificate programmes.

What is the mode of study for BRAOU Certificate Programmes?

The Certificate Programmes at BRAOU are delivered with theory components online and practical components conducted offline.

What is the fee for BRAOU Certificate Programmes for 2026-27?

BRAOU has not published the specific fee structure for Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27 as of 02 October 2026.

When is the last date to apply for BRAOU Certificate Programmes for 2026-27?

BRAOU has not published the last date for admission registration, submission of online applications, and payment of tuition fee for Certificate Programmes for the Academic Year 2026-27 as of 02 October 2026.

Sources

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

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