VMOU Kota Admission 2026

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University

Kota, Rajasthan · VMOU Kota · Estd. 1987

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

VMOU July 2026 cycle registration to open June 2026 at vmou.ac.in. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Vardhman Mahaveer Open University

Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU), established in 1987 by an Act of the Rajasthan state legislature, is the state open university of Rajasthan. Headquartered at Kota, VMOU is named after Lord Vardhaman Mahaveer — the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. VMOU provides Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online education to learners across Rajasthan. Recognised by UGC-DEB (Distance Education Bureau).

VMOU offers UG (BA, BCom, BBA, BCA, BSc), PG (MA, MCom, MSc, MBA, MCA, MSW, MLib), MPhil, PhD, Certificate and Diploma programmes through ODL and online modes. The university has regional centres across the 33 districts of Rajasthan with 1500+ study centres. Special programmes for women, rural and tribal learners. UGC-DEB recognised for ODL and online programmes.

Admissions are rolling — two intakes annually (January and July cycles). UG admissions on Plus Two pass basis; PG on bachelor degree basis. No entrance for most programmes; merit-based with relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD.

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Application fee: ₹250 (General) / ₹125 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Class 12 merit-based admission

Plus Two / UG marks (Merit)

Conducted by Vardhaman Mahaveer Open University Kota

No entrance examination — admissions on rolling basis with two cycles (January and July). UG on Plus Two merit; PG on bachelor degree. ODL + online mode. UGC-DEB recognised.

Eligibility

UG: Plus Two pass. PG: bachelor degree 40% (35% SC/ST) in relevant stream.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
VMOU January 2026 Cycle (closed)	31 Jan 2026	—	vmou.ac.in	Closed
VMOU July 2026 Cycle Registration	01 Jun 2026	—	vmou.ac.in	Upcoming
VMOU July 2026 Last Date	15 Aug 2026	—	vmou.ac.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

Rajasthan state e-scholarships for ODL learners, VMOU SC/ST/PwBD fee concessions, Central Sector Scholarship via NSP, women-focused scholarships.

Reservations

Rajasthan state policy with relaxations for ODL learners; fee waivers for SC/ST/BPL.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Vardhman Mahaveer Open University?

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University admits students primarily through Plus Two / UG marks (Merit). After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Vardhman Mahaveer Open University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹250 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹125 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Vardhman Mahaveer Open University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Vardhman Mahaveer Open University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Vardhman Mahaveer Open University accept Plus Two / UG marks (Merit) scores?

Plus Two / UG marks (Merit) is the primary basis for admission at Vardhman Mahaveer Open University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.