YCMOU Admission 2026: Courses, Eligibility and Fees

Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) conducts online admissions for its undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programmes for the July 2026 academic session. Fresh applicants and returning students with PRNs starting with 25 or 26 apply through the new online portal, while existing students with PRNs starting with 20 use the old portal. Detailed eligibility, fees, and merit dates are specified for specialized programmes such as B.Ed. Special Education (P21).

Key facts

July 2026 Admission Portals and Categories

YCMOU conducts online admissions for fresh learners and continuing students for the July 2026 academic session. Entry to the admission application system depends on the student’s registration status and Permanent Registration Number (PRN).

• Fresh applicants and students holding PRNs that start with 25 or 26 who are applying for Second Year (SY) or Third Year (TY) must apply via the July 2026 admission portal (New Admission Portal).
• Students who already have a PRN starting with 20 and are seeking admission for Second Year (SY) or Third Year (TY) only must apply via the Old Admission Portal.
• Direct portals are provided for specific programmes including Agriculture courses, P108 B.Ed. In-Service (2026–28), and P21 B.Ed. Special Education (2026–29) on the main YCMOU admission dashboard.

Programmes Offered Across Academic Levels

YCMOU offers degree, diploma, and certificate programmes across various streams.

YCMOU has not published general fee structures or eligibility rules for all standard UG and PG programmes on its site as of 02 October 2026.

Sample YCMOU Programmes and Course Codes

Eligibility and Fees for B.Ed. Special Education (2026–29)

The P21 B.Ed. Special Education (Distance Mode) programme is offered for Hearing Impairment (HI), Visual Impairment (VI), and Intellectual Disability (ID). Designated study centers are located at Pune (HI), Gadhinglaj (HI), Nandurbar (VI), and Nashik (HI, ID, VI), as published in the B.Ed. Special Education advertisement PDF.

• Eligibility: UGC-recognized Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a minimum of 49.50% marks, OR a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering or Technology with a minimum of 54.50% marks.
• Reserved Category Relaxation: A 5% mark relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to reserved categories.
• Application Processing Fee: ₹1,000 for Open category candidates and ₹500 for Reserved category candidates.
• Additional Preference Fee: An additional fee of ₹200 per center is charged if a candidate selects a second or third preference study center.

B.Ed. Special Education (P21) Admission Schedule 2026

The university published the selection and merit list events for the 2026–29 batch on the P21 B.Ed. Special Education portal.

P21 B.Ed. Special Education 2026–29 Schedule

Step-by-Step Online Application Process

1. Open the YCMOU online admission portal or select your programme from the portal menu.
2. Choose the applicable entrance route based on whether you are a fresh student or have an existing PRN starting with 20, 25, or 26.
3. Select your required programme level (PG, UG, Diploma, or Certificate) as shown in the July 2026 prospectus categories.
4. Fill in personal, contact, and academic details in the online form.
5. Upload mandatory certificates and choose study center preferences where applicable.
6. Pay the online application or processing fee through the integrated payment gateway.
7. Submit the form and retain a printed copy for verification.

Admission Help Desk and Contact Details

Students needing technical or procedural help can reach the YCMOU support desk during official working hours: 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM (closed on 1st and 3rd Saturdays and all Sundays).

• Programme & Technical Helpline Numbers: 9307579874, 9307567182, 9272046725, (0253) 2230106, (0253) 2231714, (0253) 2231715, (0253) 2230580.
• Admissions Email Support: nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac
• Online Payment Issue Support Email: ycmou_support@unisuite.in
• B.Ed. Special Education Contact Numbers: 8530824844, 9511805912, 9004438746, 0253-2231472.

Important YCMOU links

Official documents (PDF)

• प्रवेश सूचना २०२६–२९ या शैक्षणिक वर्षासाठी बी.एड PDF — B.Ed. Special Education 2026-29 advertisement and admission details

Frequently asked questions

How do fresh students apply for YCMOU July 2026 admissions?

Fresh students without a PRN, or students with a PRN starting with 25 or 26, must apply through the New Admission Portal available on the YCMOU digital university website.

What is the eligibility for B.Ed. Special Education (P21) in 2026?

Candidates must hold a UGC-recognized Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least 49.50% marks, or an Engineering/Technology degree with at least 54.50% marks. Reserved category candidates get a 5% relaxation.

What is the application fee for B.Ed. Special Education 2026–29?

The application fee is ₹1,000 for Open category candidates and ₹500 for Reserved category candidates. Selecting a 2nd or 3rd preference study center costs ₹200 extra per center.

What are the helpline contacts for YCMOU online admission support?

You can call 9307579874 or (0253) 2230106 during office hours (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, except 1st/3rd Saturdays and Sundays), or email nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac.

Sources

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

• Admission July 2026 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
• P21 – B.Ed ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
• Prospectus Academic Session July 2026 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
• प्रवेश सूचना २०२६–२९ या शैक्षणिक वर्षासाठी बी.एड ycmou.ac.in/…/Advertisement-Spl-B.Ed_.-2026-29.pdf
• Admission January 2025 Session ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
• Admission 2025-26 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
• Prospectus Academic Session July 2025 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx