YCMOU MA 2026: Eligibility, Fee, Duration and Syllabus
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) offers Master of Arts (MA) programmes across various subjects including Marathi, Hindi, English, History, Economics, Psychology, and Yoga. Online applications for Post Graduate (PG) programmes are open under the July 2026 academic session. Specific fee structures, duration, and course syllabi for 2026 MA offerings have not been published on the site as of 02 October 2026.
Key facts
| Programme Level | Post Graduate (PG) |
|---|---|
| Admission Session | July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Key MA Specialisations | Marathi, Hindi, English, History, Economics, Psychology, Yoga, Education |
Master of Arts (MA) Programmes Offered
YCMOU offers Master of Arts (MA) degree programmes across multiple disciplines in humanities, languages, social sciences, and specialized subjects.
The table below details the MA programmes listed in university prospectus records, along with their respective programme codes.
- Old pattern programmes for second-year continuing students include M44 (MA Urdu), M51/M59 (MA Hindi), M52 (MA Economics), M53 (MA Public Administration), M54 (MA Marathi), and M72 (MA English).
YCMOU MA Programmes and Codes
| Programme Code | Programme Name |
|---|---|
| M49 | M.A. Marathi |
| M85 | M.A. Hindi |
| M87 | M.A. English |
| M48 | M.A. Urdu |
| M60 | M.A. History |
| M50 | M.A. Economics |
| M58 | M.A. Public Administration |
| M90 | M.A. Mass Communication & Journalism |
| M88 | M.A. Political Science (Marathi / English Medium) |
| M89 | M.A. Psychology |
| M86 | M.A. Sociology (Marathi / English Medium) |
| M81 | M.A. Yoga |
| M83 | M.A. Education |
July 2026 Session Application Procedure
Candidates seeking admission to MA programmes under the July 2026 session must complete the online application process through the university portal.
- Open the YCMOU July 2026 admission portal or visit the YCMOU admission links page.
- Select the appropriate portal link based on your student status: choose the new portal if you are a fresh applicant or have a Permanent Registration Number (PRN) starting with 25 or 26; select the old portal if you have an existing PRN starting with 20 for Second Year admission.
- Fill in the required student registration details, upload necessary documents, and pay the prescribed admission fee online.
Eligibility, Fee Structure, Duration, and Syllabus Status
YCMOU has not published specific eligibility requirements, fee structures, duration details, or course-wise syllabi for the 2026 MA programmes on its site as of 02 October 2026.
For general academic discipline guidelines and past subject structures, students can refer to the July 2026 session prospectus directory or review the July 2025 programme prospectus list.
Admission Help Desk Contact Information
Students encountering technical or payment issues during the online application process can contact the YCMOU help desk on university working days between 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM (closed on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays and all Sundays).
YCMOU Online Admission Help Desk
| Query Type | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| General Programme Info & Technical Support | Mobile: 9307579874, 9307567182, 9272046725 | Landline: (0253) 2230106, 2231714, 2231715, 2230580 | Email: nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac |
| Online Payment Issues | Email: ycmou_support@unisuite.in |
Important YCMOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| Access July 2026 online admission portal | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1557 |
| View July 2026 session prospectus directory | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1550 |
| View YCMOU admission links and notifications | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1322 |
| View July 2025 programme prospectus list | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/Content.aspx?ID=1482 |
Official documents (PDF)
- Click Here — Prospectus Academic Session July 2025 PDF — Revised M.A. Yoga prospectus PDF for July 2025 session
Frequently asked questions
What courses and programmes, including diploma and B.Ed, does YCMOU offer?
YCMOU offers Post Graduate (PG), Under Graduate (UG), Diploma, and Certificate level programmes. These include MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MCA, B.A., B.Com, B.Sc, B.Ed (In-Service and Special Education), and various skill-based diplomas.
What one-year diploma courses does YCMOU offer?
YCMOU offers various diploma courses such as Diploma in Mass Communication & Journalism, Gandhi Vichar Darshan, Co-operative Management, School Management, Interior Design, and Yog Shikshak.
What is the fee structure for YCMOU courses?
Fees vary depending on the programme and session. For example, the entrance application fee for B.Ed Special Education (P21) in the 2026-29 session is ₹1000 for open categories and ₹500 for reserved categories. Specific 2026 MA fee structures have not been published as of 02 October 2026.
What MA subjects are available at YCMOU?
MA specialisations listed by YCMOU include Marathi (M49), Hindi (M85), English (M87), Urdu (M48), History (M60), Economics (M50), Public Administration (M58), Mass Communication & Journalism (M90), Political Science (M88), Psychology (M89), Sociology (M86), Yoga (M81), and Education (M83).
How can I contact YCMOU for admission queries?
You can contact the admission help desk via email at nondani@ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac or by phone at (0253) 2230106 / 2231714 or mobile numbers 9307579874, 9307567182, and 9272046725 on working days.
Sources
Written from the official YCMOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- Admission July 2026 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- Prospectus Academic Session July 2026 ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac/…/Content.aspx
- 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