Nalanda Open University (NOU) is the only state-level open university in Bihar, providing flexible and distance education to students across the state. Established in 1987, NOU aims to make higher education accessible to all, including working professionals, rural students, and those who cannot attend regular colleges.
About NOU Bihar
Type: State Open University
Established: 1987
Location: Patna, Bihar
Official Website: https://nou.ac.in
Recognized By: UGC-DEB (University Grants Commission – Distance Education Bureau)
NOU offers a wide range of undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), diploma, and certificate courses in Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, and Vocational Studies.
NOU Admission 2024-25
Admissions for the 2024-25 academic session are open for various courses. Students can apply online through the official portal.
Key Highlights:
✔ UG Courses: BA, BCom, BSc
✔ PG Courses: MA, MCom, MSc, MBA
✔ Diploma & Certificate Programs
✔ No Age Limit for most courses
✔ Affordable Fee Structure
How to Apply?
Visit the official website: https://nou.ac.in
Click on “Admission 2024-25”
Register and fill out the application form
Upload required documents
Pay the application fee online
Submit and download the confirmation page
NOU Courses & Fees
NOU offers a variety of courses with a reasonable fee structure:
| Course | Duration | Approx. Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA | 3 Years | 3,000 – 5,000 |
| BCom | 3 Years | 3,500 – 5,500 |
| BSc | 3 Years | 4,000 – 6,000 |
| MA | 2 Years | 4,000 – 7,000 |
| MCom | 2 Years | 5,000 – 8,000 |
| MBA | 2 Years | 15,000 – 25,000 |
(Fees may vary; check the official website for updates.)
NOU Exam Results & Hall Ticket
Results: Declared on https://nou.ac.in
Hall Ticket: Available for download before exams
Contact NOU Bihar
Address: 2nd/3rd Floor, Biscomaun Bhawan, Gandhi Maidan, Patna – 800001
Helpline: 0612-2201013
Email: [email protected]
NOU Important Dates 2025 – Admission, Exams & Results
Stay updated with the Nalanda Open University (NOU) 2025 academic schedule, including admission deadlines, exam dates, and result announcements.
NOU Admission 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Expected Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Admission Notification Release | June 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 2025 |
| Extended Deadline (if any) | October 2025 |
| Admission Confirmation & Study Material Dispatch | November-December 2025 |
(Note: Exact dates will be updated on NOU’s official website once released.)
NOU Exam Dates 2025
| Exam Type | Expected Schedule |
|---|---|
| UG/PG Annual Exams | March-April 2025 |
| Diploma/Certificate Exams | May 2025 |
| Back Paper/Improvement Exams | June-July 2025 |
| Term-End Practical Exams | To be announced |
NOU Result Dates 2025
| Examination | Expected Result Date |
|---|---|
| UG (BA, BSc, BCom) Annual Exam | June-July 2025 |
| PG (MA, MCom, MSc) Annual Exam | July-August 2025 |
| Diploma/Certificate Courses | August 2025 |
| Back Paper/Re-evaluation Results | September 2025 |
Special Exams & Notifications (2025)
Entrance Exam for Professional Courses (if applicable) – Expected in August 2025 (e.g., MBA, certain PG diplomas).
Re-registration for Continuing Students – Usually in December 2025.
How to Check NOU Updates?
Official Website: https://nou.ac.in
Student Portal: NOU Login Dashboard (for enrolled students)
Email/SMS Alerts (if registered during admission)