Quick Overview
Founded Year
1982
Total Courses
58+
Rating
3.9
Institute Type
Other
Campus Size
-
NAAC Grade
B++
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University Popularly Known as BRAOU based in Hyderabad, established in the year of 1982 as a premier University under the Act of the A.P. State Legislature (APOU Act 1982).it is also the best premier and well known top University in India.Also, it is formally Known as Andhra Pradesh Open University.it is approved by AICTE new delhi.it is also certified with -˜A' grade by NAAC.The College offers programs like UG,PG and PhD programs. For these programs it offers different courses which include BA, BSc, BCOM, B.Li.Sc ,MA,MSc,MBA, MCom, M.Li.Sc level etc in various levels and in various departments. Every year, it offers around 600+ seats for eligible students.The college provides Facilities like Classrooms & Auditorium, Hostels, canteens, labs for every department , Gym, sports complex , library full of available books and many others.
Highlights
- It was established in 1982
- It is a Open University
- It offers UG,PG and PhD level programs
- It offers BA, BSc, BCOM, B.Li.Sc ,MA,MSc,MBA, MCom, M.Li.Sc level courses etc.
- It accepts 600+ seats every year
- It provides facilities like Classrooms & Auditorium, Hostels, canteens, labs for every department , Gym, sports complex , library full of available books and many others.
BRAOU;Courses and Fees
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University is known for its impressive academic records and course offerings throughout the years.The College offers various programs like UG,PG and PhD programs.It offers different courses for various programs in various levels such as BA, BSc, BCOM, B.Li.Sc ,BEd, MA,MSc,MBA, MCom, M.Li.Sc etc.the fee structure for these courses will be in the range of around 2,500 to 1.2 lakhs Indian rupees(INR) per year.
Follow the below table for the detailed structure of fees for UG:
| Courses | Fees | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BA(Hindi, English, Urdu,Telugu) | Around 2,500 to 4,000 INR | 3 years |
| BSc(Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry) | Around 2,500 to 4,000 INR | 3 years |
| BCom | Around 2,500 to 4,000 INR | 3 years |
| B.Li.Sc | Around 5,300 INR | 3 years |
| BEd | Around 40,000 INR | 3 years |
| BEd(SE) | Around 40,000 INR | 3 years |
Follow the below table for the detailed structure of fees for PG:
| Courses | Fees | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MA(Hindi, Urdu, Telugu Economics, Sanskrit, Political Science, Philosophy) | Around 5,000 to 7,500 INR | 2 years |
| MSc(Zoology, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) | Around 7,500 to 15,300 INR | 2 years |
| MBA( Hospital & Health Care Management) | Around 15,300 to 1.2 lakhs INR | 2 years |
| MCom | Around 7,500 to 7,800 INR | 2 years |
| M.Li.Sc | Around 10,300 INR | 2 years |
Follow the below table for the detailed structure of fees for PhD, MPhil and Diploma:
| Courses | Fees | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PhD | Around 18,000 INR | 3-5 years |
| Diploma | Around 4,000 to 15,000 INR | 3 years |
| Mphil | Around 13,000 INR | 3 years |
BRAOU;Admissions
BRAOU provides admissions for various courses in the various levels of programs for various fields of Commerce, Arts, Science and management.The college is known for providing top notch quality education in every aspect.it offers various courses for Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD Programs.The college offers BA in Hindi, English, Urdu,Telugu etc, BSc in Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry, BCom, BEd(SE), BEd, B.Lib.Sc etc courses for Undergraduate program.Also it offers MA in Hindi, Urdu, Telugu Economics, Sanskrit, Political Science, Philosophy, MSc in Zoology, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry etc, MCom, M.Li.Sc, MBA in Hospital & Health Care Management etc for Post graduate program.it also offers several courses for PhD program, MPhil and diploma program.For admission in the College, the eligibility varies for different courses of different programs.Its common eligibility includes a minimum of 45%-40% aggregate in a 10+2 equivalent higher qualifying exam recognised by related boards with relevant subjects and a valid entrance test, merit in graduation and a valid BRAOU MBA ET, Merit in masters degree and a valid CSIR/GATE score.
How to apply?
Follow the step-by-step admission procedure:
- Visit the Official website at https://braou.ac.in/ , go to admissions and click the register button.
- Enter the personal details like name, address and marks obtained etc followed by selection of course/program.
- After Filling the application form, submit the required documents like Scanned Passphoto, Signature, marksheets etc.
- pay the application fee after the registration.
- Applications can be filled in online mode.
- Application fee for general category is around 500/- INR and 250/- for reservation Category.
- Print the application and keep it for future use.
BRAOU;Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility Criteria will differ for various programs. Under UG program, for courses like BA, BSc, B.Li.Sc, BCom, BEd, it requires candidates with a minimum of 45%-40% aggregate in a 10+2 equivalent higher qualifying exam recognised by related boards with relevant subjects and a valid entrance score.For PG program, it requires candidates with a minimum of 50% aggregate for general (45% for reservation candidates) in graduation with relevant discipline and a valid BRAOU MBA ET score.For PhD, MPhil programs, it requires candidates with good merit in masters degree and a valid GATE/CSIR score. For the Diploma Program, it requires good merit in relevant qualification.
| Courses | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| BA, BSc, BCom | Students with a Minimum of 45 % aggregate for general(40% in for reservation candidates) in Class 10+2 are eligible |
| BEd, BEd(SE) | Students with a Minimum of 45 % aggregate for general(40% in for reservation candidates) in Class 10+2 and a valid entrance test score are eligible |
| B.Li.Sc | Students with a Minimum of 45 % aggregate for general(40% in for reservation candidates) in Class 10+2 are eligible |
| MA, MSc,MCom | Students with a minimum of 50% aggregate for general (45% for reservation candidates) in graduation with relevant discipline are eligible |
| M.Li.Sc | Students with a minimum of 50% aggregate for general (45% for reservation candidates) in relevant qualification with relevant discipline are eligible |
| MBA | Students with a minimum of 50% aggregate for general (45% for reservation candidates) in graduation with relevant discipline and a valid BRAOU MBA ET score are eligible |
| PhD | Students with a minimum of 55% aggregate for general (50% for reservation candidates) in masters degree are and a valid CSIR/GATE score eligible |
| MPhil | Students with a minimum of 55% aggregate for general (50% for reservation candidates) in masters degree are and a valid CSIR score eligible |
| Diploma | Students with a minimum of 55% aggregate for general (50% for reservation candidates) in relevant degree are eligible |
Ranking
Below are the rankings and achievements of Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University:
- Identified as One of the best Open Arts and Science colleges in India.
- Achieved a rank of 111st in India under Arts Category by INDIA TODAY in the year of 2024
- Achieved a rank of 210th in India under Commerce Category by INDIA TODAY in the year of 2024
Placements
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University provides campus placement to students in various fields.it is known for its excellent placement records throughout the year. Students of this college get various offers from various companies like ABB India Crompton, TCS, Dr. Reddy's laboratories, Apollo hospital, Metro Cash and Carry, Capgemini, Wipro and many others. Out of all these offers, it has achieved a 95% placement rate in the academic year of 2022-23.
The Placement Cell at BRAOU, provides great opportunities to students with good offers in hand.It provides training and development programs like interview sessions to help students do their best during the placement session.
The Top Recruiters:
- ABB India Crompton
- TCS
- Dr. Reddy's laboratories
- Apollo hospital
- Metro Cash and Carry
- Capgemini
- Wipro
- Concentrix and many others.
Scholarships
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University offers various scholarships to help the students overcome their financial problems. Its offering of scholarship includes: Post Matric Scholarship for SC, Post Matric Scholarship scheme for Minorities, Financial Assistance Scheme and many others.
| S.No | Scholarship Scheme | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Post Matric Scholarship for SC | SC Students with very good merit are considered |
| 2 | Post Matric Scholarship scheme for Minorities | Minority Students with very good merit are considered |
| 3 | Financial Assistance | Students who seek financial help for their studies are considered |
Hostel
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University provides hostels for boys and girls separately with various facilities. Its facilities in hostels include well maintained rooms and bathrooms,24/7 WIFI, chairs, tables , TV and others etc. Its cost is around 36,000 Indian rupees per annum.
| Accommodation | Fees |
|---|---|
| Boys hostel | Around 36,000 INR per annum |
| Girls hostel | Around 36,000 INR per annum |
Conclusion
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Open University follows a vision to provide education for everyone by introducing various technical programs.Its main mission is to produce highly qualified professionals, entrepreneurs for the future of the country by implementing various research programs. Its vision and mission inspires many students to choose the college.
