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Online MBA from BRAOU 2026: Eligibility, Fee and Duration

Updated 3 October 2026 Programmes 4 min read

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) offers a UGC and DEB-approved Online MBA programme delivered through the BODHI Learning Management System. Admission requires passing the university’s entrance examination, which for 2026–27 was held on 23 August 2026. Evaluation includes 30% weightage for hand-written assignments and 70% for semester-end examinations.

Key facts

Programme Name Master of Business Administration (Online MBA)
Recognition UGC and Distance Education Bureau (DEB)
Delivery Platform BODHI Learning Management System
Programme Duration 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Entrance Test Date (2026-27) 23 August 2026 (11:00 AM to 12:30 PM)
Evaluation Scheme 30% Assignments, 70% Semester-End Exam
Assignment Pass Mark 40% (6 out of 15 marks per assignment)
Official BRAOU page on digital.braou.ac.in: register for online MBA programme
The official BRAOU page on digital.braou.ac.in — register for online MBA programme. Screenshot taken 2 October 2026; click to open it.

Programme Overview and Digital Delivery

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University offers an Online MBA programme approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Distance Education Bureau (DEB). The programme is designed for flexible learning regardless of location or personal commitments.

Academic content and learner support are delivered through BODHI, the university’s central Learning Management System. Students can register through the BRAOU online programmes portal and log into their accounts using the online learner login portal.

Eligibility, Fees, and Session Status

The MBA programme spans two academic years divided into four semesters.

BRAOU has not published the specific fee structure or detailed eligibility criteria for the 2026–27 Online MBA session on its site as of 02 October 2026. Prospective learners can track application updates through the BRAOU admission links directory and pay fee installments via the online fee payment portal.

Admission Process and Entrance Examination

Admission to the MBA and MBA in Hospital and Health Care Management (HHCM) programmes requires appearing for the university’s entrance examination. For the 2026–27 academic year, the entrance test was conducted on 23 August 2026 between 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM.

Candidates seeking admission into the MBA (HHCM) specialization must attend physical counselling with all original certificates at the CSTD Building, BRAOU Main Campus, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Applicants can access the PG admission registration form or view the MBA HHCM counselling schedule for venue instructions.

Evaluation and Marking Structure

The academic performance of MBA students is evaluated through continuous internal assessments (assignments) and semester-end examinations.

  • Students must answer two compulsory assignments per course in their own handwriting on foolscap or A4 paper.
  • Assignments must be submitted to the attached study centre; typed or computerized responses are rejected.
  • For the 2025–26 batch, the submission deadline for all 1st Year 2nd Semester assignments is 22 October 2026.
  • For the 2024–25 batch, the submission deadline for 2nd Year 3rd Semester assignments was 25 August 2026.

MBA Evaluation Scheme and Pass Criteria

Assessment Component Maximum Marks Minimum Pass Mark Weightage
Assignment 1 & 2 (Per Course) 15 marks each 40% (6 out of 15 marks) 30%
Semester-End Examination 70 marks 40% (28 out of 70 marks) 70%

MBA HHCM Internship and Project Work Rules

Students enrolled in the MBA (Hospital and Health Care Management) stream must complete practical training during their second year.

  • Internship: A 10-week (2.5 months) posting in an approved hospital or healthcare organization, carrying 6 credits (120 marks).
  • Project Report: A 60 to 80 page report (maximum 100 pages) carrying 6 credits, submitted at least 15 days before the 4th semester-end examinations.
  • Viva-Voce: A mandatory personal examination carrying 3 credits upon successful submission of the project report.

Official documents (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

Are degrees from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) recognized by major job portals and private employers?

Yes. BRAOU is recognized by UGC and the Distance Education Bureau (DEB). Under UGC regulations, qualifications earned through approved ODL and Online modes are treated as equivalent to degrees obtained through conventional universities.

Can I pursue a full bachelor’s degree online or via distance mode at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?

Yes. BRAOU offers online B.Com in both English and Telugu mediums, as well as distance (ODL) undergraduate degrees in BA, B.Com, and B.Sc.

What is the fee structure for courses at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU)?

BRAOU has not published the exact fee structure for the 2026–27 Online MBA on its site as of 02 October 2026. Tuition fee payment links are made available on the university’s online portals for registered candidates.

When was the BRAOU MBA entrance exam conducted for the 2026–27 academic year?

The entrance test for admission into the MBA and MBA (HHCM) programmes for the 2026–27 session was held on 23 August 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

What are the passing marks for MBA assignments at BRAOU?

Students must score a minimum of 40% (6 out of 15 marks) on each assignment to qualify. Assignments carry a 30% weightage toward the final course result.

What is the assignment submission deadline for 1st Year MBA students (2025–26 batch)?

The submission deadline for both assignments across all six courses of the 1st Year 2nd Semester (2025–26 batch) is 22 October 2026.

Sources

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