Distance B.Ed from YCMOU 2026: Eligibility, Fee and Duration
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) offered two B.Ed. programmes for the July 2026 session: B.Ed. Special Education (P21) and B.Ed. In-service (P108). The P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme is a two-year course with a total fee of Rs. 50,000/-, requiring specific academic qualifications, an NCTE-recognized teacher education course, and two years of special education experience.
Key facts
| Programmes Offered (July 2026) | B.Ed. Special Education (P21), B.Ed. In-service (P108) |
|---|---|
| P21 B.Ed. Special Education Duration | 2 years (2026-29 session) |
| P21 B.Ed. Special Education Total Fee | Rs. 50,000/- |
| P21 B.Ed. Special Education First Year Fee | Rs. 25,000/- |
| P21 B.Ed. Special Education Second Year Fee | Rs. 25,000/- |
| P21 Online Application Start (July 2026) | 02 July 2026 |
| P21 Online Application Last Date (July 2026) | 15 July 2026 |
| P108 Online Application Last Date (July 2026) | 05 August 2026 (Extended) |
B.Ed. Programmes Offered for July 2026 Session
YCMOU offered the following B.Ed. programmes for admission in the July 2026 session:
P21 – B.Ed. Special Education [HI/VI/ID] (2026-29 session)
P108 – B.Ed. In-service (2026-28 session)
P21 B.Ed. Special Education (HI/VI/ID) 2026-29: Eligibility
To be eligible for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for the 2026-29 session, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./B.C.A./B.B.A. etc.) or a Master’s degree (M.A./M.Sc./M.Com. etc.) from any faculty with a minimum of 50% marks. For Scheduled Castes/Tribes and Other Backward Classes candidates, the minimum requirement is 45% marks.
- Have completed D.El.Ed., B.El.Ed., D.Ed., B.Ed., or a similar teacher education course from an institution recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
- Possess a minimum of two years of experience in Special Education.
- Be a resident of Maharashtra State.
- Be at least 21 years old.
P21 B.Ed. Special Education (HI/VI/ID) 2026-29: Fee Structure
The total fee for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for the 2026-29 session is Rs. 50,000/- for the entire two-year duration. This fee is payable in two annual installments:
First Year Fee: Rs. 25,000/-
Second Year Fee: Rs. 25,000/-
P21 B.Ed. Special Education (HI/VI/ID) 2026-29: Duration
The P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for the 2026-29 session has a duration of two years.
P21 B.Ed. Special Education (HI/VI/ID) 2026-29: Admission Dates for July 2026 Session
The key dates for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education YCMOU Admission 2026: Step-by-Step Application Process”>admission process for the July 2026 session were as follows:
P21 B.Ed. Special Education Admission Dates (July 2026 Session)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 02 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Self-Editing Start | 16 July 2026 |
| Self-Editing Last Date | 18 July 2026 |
| List Showing Score Claimed by Candidates | 22 July 2026 |
| General Merit List | 14 August 2026 |
| First Selection List (Round 1) | 14 August 2026 |
| Second Selection List (Round 2) | 21 August 2026 |
| Third Selection List (Round 3) | 04 September 2026 |
| Fourth Selection List (Round 4) | — September 2026 |
P108 B.Ed. In-service 2026-28: Admission Dates for July 2026 Session
YCMOU offered the P108 B.Ed. In-service programme for the 2026-28 session. As of 02 October 2026, the detailed eligibility, fee structure, and duration for this specific programme are not available in the provided sources.
The key dates for the P108 B.Ed. In-service admission process for the July 2026 session were as follows:
P108 B.Ed. In-service Admission Dates (July 2026 Session)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 27 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 03 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date [Extended] | 05 August 2026 |
| Online Self-Editing Start | 06 August 2026 |
| Online Self-Editing Last Date | 08 August 2026 |
| List Showing Points Claimed by Candidates | 10 August 2026 |
| Document Verification List & Schedule | 13 August 2026 |
| First Selection List (Round 1) | 08 September 2026 |
| Second Selection List (Round 2) | 11 September 2026 |
| Third Selection List (Round 3) | 22 September 2026 |
| Fourth Selection List (Round 4) | 29 September 2026 |
How to Apply Online for July 2026 Admissions
The online application process for the July 2026 session was conducted through the YCMOU admission portal.
- New students or those with a PRN starting with 25 or 26, or those applying for Second Year (SY) or Third Year (TY), were directed to the New Admission Portal.
- Students with an existing PRN starting with 20, or those applying only for Second Year (SY) or Third Year (TY), were directed to the Old Admission Portal.
Important Notifications for B.Ed. Admissions (July 2026 Session)
YCMOU published various notifications regarding the admission process for the July 2026 session for both B.Ed. programmes.
Notifications for P21 B.Ed. Special Education (July 2026 Session)
| Sr. No. | Detail |
|---|---|
| 01 | Notification No. 01 |
| 02 | Notification No. 02 (Application Self-Editing) |
| 03 | Notification No. 03 (List Showing Score Claimed by Candidates) |
| 04 | Notification No. 04 (Schedule of Document Verification) |
| 05 | Notification No. 05 (Schedule and Time table of Document Verification) |
| 06 | Notification No. 06 (First Selection List – allocation list round 1) |
| 07 | Notification No. 07 |
| 08 | Notification No. 08 (Second Selection List – allocation list round 2) |
| 09 | Notification No. 09 (Regarding Admission Confirmation) |
| 10 | Notification No. 10 (Third Selection List – Allocation Round 3) |
| 11 | Notification No. 11 (Fourth Selection List (Round 4)) |
| 12 | Notification No. 12 (Regarding Admission Process Completion) |
Important Notifications for P108 B.Ed. In-service (July 2026 Session)
Notifications for P108 B.Ed. In-service (July 2026 Session)
| Sr. No. | Detail |
|---|---|
| 01 | Notification No. 01 (Advertisement) |
| 02 | Notification No. 02 (Admission Process Schedule) |
| 03 | Notification No. 03 (Regarding Submission of Annexure 2,3,4) |
| 04 | Notification No. 04 (Extension of Admission Process) |
| 05 | Notification No. 05 |
| 06 | Notification No. 06 (Regarding Self-Editing) |
| 07 | Notification No. 07 (Self-Editing Process Guidance) |
| 08 | Notification No. 08 (List Showing Points Claimed by the Candidates) |
| 09 | Notification No. 09 (Document Verification Schedule) |
| 10 | Notification No. 10 (Regarding Document Verification Authorization Letter) |
| 11 | Notification No. 11 (Divisional Centre Address for Document Verification) |
| 12 | Notification No. 12 (Instructions regarding Document Verification) |
| 13 | Notification No. 13 (Corrigendum) |
| 14 | Notification No. 14 (First Selection List (Round 1)) |
| 15 | Notification No. 15 (Second Selection List (Round 2)) |
| 16 | Notification No. 16 (Third Selection List (Round 3)) |
| 17 | Notification No. 17 (Fourth Selection List (Round 4)) |
| 18 | Notification No. 18 (Regarding Fourth Admission Round (Round 4)) |
| 19 | Notification No. 19 (COMING SOON) |
Important YCMOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| P21 B.Ed. Spl. Ed. 2026-29 page | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1561 |
| P108 B.Ed. In-service 2026-28 page | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1571 |
| P21 B.Ed. Spl. Ed. Notifications | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1564 |
| P108 B.Ed. In-service Notifications | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1572 |
| YCMOU July 2026 Admission page | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1557 |
Official documents (PDF)
- PDF डाउनलोड करा ↓ PDF — P21 B.Ed. Special Education 2026-29 Prospectus
Frequently asked questions
What B.Ed. programmes did YCMOU offer for the July 2026 session?
YCMOU offered two B.Ed. programmes for the July 2026 session: P21 B.Ed. Special Education [HI/VI/ID] (2026-29 session) and P108 B.Ed. In-service (2026-28 session).
What is the eligibility for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for 2026-29?
Eligibility for P21 B.Ed. Special Education requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories), completion of an NCTE-recognized teacher education course, a minimum of two years of experience in Special Education, Maharashtra residency, and being at least 21 years old.
What is the fee structure for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme?
The total fee for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for the 2026-29 session is Rs. 50,000/- for two years, payable in two annual installments of Rs. 25,000/- each.
What is the duration of the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme?
The P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for the 2026-29 session has a duration of two years.
When were the application dates for the P21 B.Ed. Special Education programme for July 2026?
Online applications for P21 B.Ed. Special Education for the July 2026 session started on 02 July 2026, with the last date for application being 15 July 2026.
When were the application dates for the P108 B.Ed. In-service programme for July 2026?
Online applications for P108 B.Ed. In-service for the July 2026 session started on 27 July 2026, with the extended last date for application being 05 August 2026.
Where can I find the prospectus for P21 B.Ed. Special Education 2026-29?
The prospectus for P21 B.Ed. Special Education 2026-29 can be downloaded from the YCMOU website, referenced as P21 B.Ed. Spl. Ed. 2026-29 Prospectus.
Are the eligibility and fee details for P108 B.Ed. In-service 2026-28 available?
As of 02 October 2026, the detailed eligibility, fee structure, and duration for the P108 B.Ed. In-service 2026-28 programme are not available in the provided sources.
Sources
Written from the official YCMOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- P21 – B.Ed ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- P108 B.Ed ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- सूचनापत्रे : P21 – B.Ed ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- सूचनापत्रे : P108 B.Ed ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- Admission July 2026 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx