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Distance BA from YCMOU 2026: Eligibility, Fee and Duration

Updated 3 October 2026 Programmes 4 min read

Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) offers distance Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree programmes, including general BA (G01), BA Urdu Medium (G12), BA Mass Communication & Journalism (G15), and BA Facility & Services Management (G203). Online admissions for the July 2026 session are conducted via YCMOU portal links based on student PRN status. Detailed fee amounts and eligibility cutoff marks for BA courses have not been published on the website as of 02 October 2026.

Key facts

University Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU)
BA Programme Codes G01, G12, G15, G203
Admission Session July 2026
Application Mode Online Portal Application
Support Email nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac
Official YCMOU page on ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac: open July 2026 online admission portal
The official YCMOU page on ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac — open July 2026 online admission portal. Screenshot taken 2 October 2026; click to open it.

BA Programmes Offered at YCMOU

YCMOU offers multiple Bachelor of Arts (BA) undergraduate degree options catering to general humanities, language media, journalism, and management specialisations.

YCMOU Distance BA Programmes

Programme Code Programme Name Medium / Focus
G01 Bachelor of Arts General / Marathi
G12 Bachelor of Arts (Urdu Medium) Urdu Medium
G15 B.A. (Mass Communication & Journalism) Journalism & Media
G203 B.A. Facility & Services Management Facility Services

Eligibility, Fees, and Course Duration

YCMOU has not published detailed eligibility cutoff marks, duration limits, or full fee structures for standard BA programmes on its site as of 02 October 2026.

Program Prospectus links for undergraduate degree courses can be checked via the July 2026 prospectus directory or the July 2025 prospectus archive page.

July 2026 Admission Procedure for BA Students

Admissions for the July 2026 academic session are handled online. Fresh applicants and continuing learners must submit their forms through designated digital portals depending on their Permanent Registration Number (PRN).

  1. Access the YCMOU July 2026 admission portal or the primary YCMOU admission homepage.
  2. Select the ‘New Admission Portal’ if you are a fresh applicant, or if you hold a PRN starting with 25 or 26 seeking entry into Second Year (SY) or Third Year (TY).
  3. Select the ‘Old Admission Portal’ if you already hold a PRN starting with 20 and are applying strictly for SY or TY entry.
  4. Fill out the online application fields, upload necessary documents, and complete portal submission.
YCMOU: July 2026 Admission Procedure for BA Students — step-by-step
July 2026 Admission Procedure for BA Students: the steps at a glance.

Re-Registration for Second and Third Year BA

Students currently enrolled in BA courses must complete online re-registration to proceed into Second Year (SY) and Third Year (TY).

  • Dedicated Re-Registration links for B.A./B.Com are hosted on the main university portal.
  • Learners with a PRN beginning with 25 or 26 use the New Admission Portal.
  • Learners with a PRN beginning with 20 use the Old Admission Portal.

Admission Support and Help Desk

YCMOU operates an online admission help desk to assist candidates with registration and payment issues.

  • Working Hours: 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM on official working days (Closed on 1st and 3rd Saturdays, and all Sundays).
  • Mobile Support Numbers: 9307579874, 9307567182, 9272046725
  • Landline Support Numbers: (0253) 2230106, (0253) 2231714, (0253) 2231715, (0253) 2230580
  • Technical / Registration Support Email: nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac
  • Online Payment Queries Email: ycmou_support@unisuite.in

Official documents (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

What courses and programmes, including diploma and B.Ed, does YCMOU offer?

YCMOU offers various Postgraduate (PG), Undergraduate (UG), Diploma, and Certificate level programmes. These include BA (G01, G12, G15, G203), B.Com, B.Sc, B.Ed (P80), B.Ed Special Education (P21), in-service B.Ed (P108), and specialized diploma courses.

What is the fee structure for YCMOU courses?

Fee structures vary by course. For instance, B.Ed. Special Education online application fees are ₹1000 for open categories and ₹500 for reserved categories. YCMOU has not published the full fee structure for BA distance programmes on its site as of 02 October 2026.

Which BA programmes are available at YCMOU?

YCMOU offers G01 Bachelor of Arts, G12 Bachelor of Arts (Urdu Medium), G15 B.A. (Mass Communication & Journalism), and G203 B.A. Facility & Services Management.

How can fresh students apply for BA admission at YCMOU for the July 2026 session?

Fresh students must apply online using the New Admission Portal available on the university’s admission site. They need to fill out the digital application form, upload required document copies, and submit fees online.

How do second-year (SY) and third-year (TY) BA students re-register?

Continuing BA students apply through the re-registration portal. Those with a PRN starting with 25 or 26 use the New Admission Portal, while those with a PRN starting with 20 use the Old Admission Portal.

Who can students contact for YCMOU admission technical issues?

Students can email nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac or call mobile numbers 9307579874, 9307567182, or 9272046725 during working hours (10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM, excluding 1st/3rd Saturdays and Sundays).

Sources

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