Admission Process Guidelines for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Programmes

Important Dates

• Admission Session: July 2024 session onwards.
• *No specific application deadlines, examination dates, or admit card release dates are mentioned in this document.*

Vacancies & Pay Scale

• *This notification pertains to admission guidelines for various programmes and does not list specific vacancies, posts, or pay scales.*

Eligibility Criteria

• ABC ID Creation: Applicants are required to have an Aadhaar card, PAN card, or a Driving License to create their ABC ID.
• Educational Qualification: Applicants must provide the Final Marksheet/Certificate of their last educational qualification, indicating that admission is contingent upon meeting the program-specific academic requirements of their chosen course.
• *No specific age limits or technical requirements (e.g., minimum GATE scores) are mentioned in this document.*

Selection Process

This document outlines an admission process rather than a competitive selection process. Enrollment is secured by successfully completing all the specified steps, including creating the necessary IDs, accurately filling out the application form, uploading all required documents, and paying the admission fee online. It is explicitly stated that admission will be cancelled if any misinformation or invalid documents are detected at any stage of the process, and any fees paid will not be refunded.

How to Apply

Applicants can complete their admission process by following these sequential steps through the institution's online Admission Portal:

Step 1: Create ABC ID

• As per the directives of the UGC’s Distance Education Bureau (DEB), it is mandatory for all applicants, from the July 2024 session onwards, to have their own ABC ID (Academic Bank of Credit account). This ID is essential for accumulating and transferring all academic credits.
• You must create your ABC ID through the Digilocker facility. This process can be initiated directly via the institution's admission portal by clicking on the “Click to Start” button.
• Documents required for ABC ID creation: Aadhaar, PAN, or Driving License.
• If you already possess an ABC ID, you may proceed directly to Step 2.

Step 2: Create UGC DEB ID

• After successfully creating your ABC ID, you are required to create a unique UGC DEB ID within the institution's Admission Portal.
• This UGC DEB ID is a unique and permanent identification number that will be associated with you for all your Open and Distance Learning (ODL) as well as Online programmes and courses.
• If you have already created your UGC DEB ID previously, you can use your existing ID for admission to these programmes.
• Enter your UGC DEB ID in the designated field and click on the “Get Your Details” button. Carefully review if your displayed details are correct and confirm them.
• If your details are accurate, proceed by clicking “Click to Register” for the programmes.

Step 3: Login to Admission Portal

• Upon successfully clicking “Click to Register” in Step 2, your Username and Password to log in to the admission portal will be automatically sent to the mobile number and email address you provided during the creation of your UGC DEB ID.
• Use these provided Username and Password credentials to log in to the Admission Portal.
• An option for "Forgot Password" is available on the portal in case you need to retrieve your login details.

Step 4: Complete Application and Payment

• Finally, after a successful login to the Admission Portal, you must accurately fill up the following details and complete the application process:
• Enter Personal Details.
• Select Programme & Enter Other Details.
• Upload Required Documents.
• Preview all entered information and uploaded documents.
• Proceed to Pay the Fee Online.
• Download the Receipt immediately after successful payment.

Required Documents for Upload (Scanned Copies)

Applicants must ensure they have scanned copies of the following documents ready. Each file size should be less than 500 KB and in JPG/JPEG/PNG format:

• Passport size photograph.
• Final Marksheet/Certificate of the last educational qualification.
• Any Photo Identity Card (PAN/Driving License/Aadhaar card).
• Scanned Signature.
• PWD (Divyangjan), Caste, BPL Certificate (If Applicable).

Required for Online Payment

Applicants will need one of the following for online fee payment:

• Debit/Credit Card or Netbanking.
• Wallet/UPI services (e.g., Phone Pay, Google Pay, WhatsApp Pay).

Applicant Declaration

Applicants are required to declare that they have carefully read the instructions and that the information and documents submitted are correct and authentic. It is explicitly stated that admission will be cancelled in case any misinformation and/or invalid documents are detected at any stage of the process, and any fees already paid will not be refunded.