Karnataka State Open University - [KSOU] Mysore Admission 2026 - Eligibility, Process & Key Dates Admissions 2026

Mysuru, Karnataka

Abhijeet Chatterjee

Updated on 12 January 2026

Abhijeet Chatterjee

Updated on 12 January 2026

KSOU Admission 2026 Highlights - Fees, Eligibility & Important Dates

Parameter	Details
Application Mode	Online
Application Start	01 January 2026
Application Deadline	31 January 2026
Admission Through	University
Entrance Exams Accepted	KSOU B.Ed Entrance Test, KCET, CAT (for MBA), MCA Entrance
UG Programmes	20+ courses
PG Programmes	10+ courses
Total Intake	Approx. 3,000 seats
Eligibility (UG)	10+2 pass with 45% (40% for reserved categories)
Eligibility (PG)	Graduation with 50%
Fee Range (UG)	₹10,000 - ₹70,700 per program
Fee Range (PG)	₹10,000 - ₹88,000 per program
Counselling Start	January 2026
Session Begins	January 2026
Official Website	ksoumysuru.ac.in
Admission Helpline	8690544544 / admission@ksoumysuru.ac.in

KSOU UG Courses 2026 - BTech, BBA, BSc Admission, Fees & Seats

Science Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
B.Sc.	General	3 years	10+2 with Science	None	₹17,000
B.Sc.	Information Technology	3 years	10+2 with Science/Maths	None	₹17,000
B.Sc.	Computer Science	3 years	10+2 with Science/Maths	None	₹17,000

Management Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Seats	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
BBA	General	3 years		10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,500

Commerce Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Seats	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
B.Com.	General	3 years		10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,500

Arts Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
B.A.	General	3 years	10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,000
B.A.	Kannada	3 years	10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,000
B.A.	English	3 years	10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,000

Computer Applications Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Seats	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
BCA	General	3 years		10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,500

Education Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Seats	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
B.Ed.	General	2 years	500	Graduate with 50% (General), 45% (Reserved)	University-level Entrance Test (CET)	₹22,000 (CET Registration Fee)

Library and Social Work Programmes

Programme	Specialization	Duration	Seats	Eligibility	Entrance Exam	Fees (per year)
B.Lib.I.Sc	Library Science	1 year		Bachelor’s degree	None	₹10,268 (approx.)
BSW	Social Work	3 years		10+2 in any stream	None	₹16,000

KSOU PhD Admission 2026 - Research Programs, Eligibility & Fellowship

Department	Duration	Eligibility	Entrance
English	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Kannada	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Hindi	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
History	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Economics	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Political Science	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Sociology	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Ancient History & Archaeology	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Journalism & Mass Communication	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Commerce	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Management	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Chemistry	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Geography	3-5 years	Master's degree, 55% (50% SC/ST)	Common Entrance Test + Interview
Biotechnology	3-5 years	Master'

KSOU Diploma & Certificate Courses 2026 - Admission & Fees

Diploma Programmes

Programme	Duration	Eligibility	Fees
Diploma in Computer Application	1 Year	10+2	₹8,400
PG Diploma in Kuvempu Sahithya	1 Year	Graduation	₹7,040
Jyothir Vignana UG Diploma	Varies	10+2	₹6,400 - ₹15,300 (approx.)

Certificate Programmes

Programme	Duration	Eligibility	Fees
Certificate Courses (Various)	6 months - 1 Year	10+2 or as specified	₹2,900 - ₹15,600
Jyothir Vignana Certificate Programs	Varies	10+2	₹3,000 - ₹40,000 (approx.)

KSOU Application Process 2026 - How to Apply Online

Steps to Apply

Visit the official KSOU website: https://ksoumysuru.ac.in
Register with your email and mobile number to create an account
Fill in personal, academic details and select your preferred course
Upload scanned documents: photo, signature, 10th/12th mark sheets, category certificate
Pay the application fee online via card, UPI, or net banking (₹300 to ₹800 depending on course)
Submit the application and save/print the application number for future reference
After online submission, visit the regional centre for original document verification and study material collection

Application Fee

Category	Amount
General/OBC	₹300 (basic registration fee), ₹300 to ₹800 depending on course
SC/ST/PwD	₹300 (basic registration fee), concession may apply depending on course

KSOU Admission 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start (January 2026 Cycle)	01 July 2025
Application Deadline (January 2026 Cycle)	16 December 2025
Internal Assignment Submission Deadline	31 December 2025

KSOU Admission 2026 - Documents Required

UG Admission

10th & 12th marksheets and certificates (original + photocopy)
Passport-size photograph and signature (scanned for online application)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable
Proof of residence and income certificate (if applicable)
Migration certificate and character certificate

PG Admission

Graduation degree certificate and all semester marksheets
Passport-size photograph and signature (scanned for online application)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable
Migration certificate and character certificate
Proof of residence and income certificate (if applicable)

KSOU Brochure & Prospectus Download 2026

Document	Year	Download Link
Prospectus	2025-26	Download PDF
Admission Brochure	2025-26	Download PDF

KSOU Admission 2026 FAQs

What is the admission process for KSOU?

Register online on the KSOU official portal, fill the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee. Admission is merit-based for most courses, but MBA requires clearing the KSOU entrance exam. After document verification at regional centres, pay the course fee to confirm admission.

What are the fees at KSOU?

Annual fees for UG courses start around ₹10,000, while MBA fees include an entrance test fee plus tuition. Hostel facilities are limited as KSOU is primarily a distance learning university. Fees are paid online after document verification, with exact amounts depending on the programme.

What is the placement record at KSOU?

KSOU primarily offers distance education with limited campus placements. Placement data is scarce, with no published average or highest package figures. Students often pursue KSOU for flexible learning rather than direct campus recruitment.

What cutoff/rank is needed for KSOU?

Most UG and PG courses admit students based on qualifying exam marks without strict cutoffs. For MBA, candidates must clear the KSOU Knowledge Assessment Test, with cutoffs varying yearly. Admission is less competitive compared to traditional universities.

How is hostel and campus life at KSOU?

KSOU is a distance learning university with no traditional campus life or hostel facilities. Study materials are provided through regional centres, and practical sessions or exams are conducted offline. Students engage mostly in self-study with occasional online or regional centre interactions.

Is KSOU worth joining?

KSOU is ideal for working professionals or those needing flexible study schedules, offering recognized degrees at affordable fees (around ₹10,000/year). It lacks campus facilities and placement support, so students seeking full-time campus experience should consider other options.