Guru Nanak Dev University established the department for distance education named the Directorate of Open & Distance Learning (ODL) in its Main Campus at Amritsar, Punjab in 2018. GNDU ODL has been recognized as a Category-I University by UGC. The University has earned a name for itself in the field of Higher Education in the country and is recognized as one of the leading institutions in Northern states in the fields of Science & Technology. Being among one of the prestigious universities, GNDU has been accredited by NAAC with the highest grade level of A++. 

GNDU ODL offers education and promotes research in the humanities, learned professions, sciences, and applied nature. The university offers various Under-Graduate, Post-Graduate, Diploma, and Post-Graduate Diploma courses. The programs are offered under the areas of both professional & conventional domains. All these courses are assessed based on a Credit Based Semester System. The university offers courses at a very feasible fee structure such as GNDU ODL MBA course charges INR 40,000. Apart from traditional ones the university offers Diploma, PG Diploma courses in Communication Skills, Drug Regulatory Affairs & Computer Applications. Check: GNDU Distance Education Courses & Fees

Admissions at GNDU ODL to these courses are conducted every year. There shall be no entrance test for any course under the ODL program, selection is completely based on the merit secured in the last qualifying examination. Students must go to the official website to check further information regarding the application process. 

GNDU ODL Quick Facts

  • The Directorate is offering 14 different courses in areas of Arts, Humanities, Business Management, Commerce and Computer Science. 
  • There are 16 learner support centers that have collaboration with GNDU DEE. 
  • Students can avail the syllabus whenever they want to from the official website. 

GNDU ODL Courses

The Directorate of Open & Distance Learning, GNDU offers a number of courses for its students. Some of the major courses are listed below.

Courses Course Details Selection Criteria
B. Lib.Sc Duration: 1 year
Eligibility: Must have passed B.A./B.Sc./B.Com OR M.A./M.Sc./M.Com. With 50% marks or equivalent examination.
Fees: INR 12,000		 Merit-based
B.C.A Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: +2 with at least 40% marks in the aggregate or equivalent examination.
Fees: INR 36,000
B. Com Duration: 3 years
Eligibility: +2 with at least 40% marks in the aggregate or equivalent examination.
Fees: INR 24,000
MA Duration: 2 years Subjects: Punjabi, English, Political Science
Eligibility: Bachelor/Master Degree in any discipline or equivalent examination with 50% marks in aggregate.
Fees: INR 16,000
MBA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor/Master Degree in any discipline or equivalent examination with 50% marks in aggregate.
Fees: INR 40,000
MCA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any stream with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in aggregate with Mathematics as an elective subject at +2 level.
Fees: INR 40,000
M.Com Duration: 2 years
Eligibility: Bachelor of Commerce (Regular, Hons) / Bachelor of Business Administration with at least 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC / ST candidates) OR Any other examination recognized equivalent thereto.
Fees: INR 10,000

GNDU ODL Application Process 2024

Admission to all the courses offered under the Directorate of Open and Distance Learning, Guru Nanak Dev University are made on the basis of Merit of Last Qualifying Examination. No entrance tests are conducted for any course under the ODL program.

  • After opening the official website students must go to the admission portal.
  • Upon entering basic details, a unique login ID and password will be generated for future use. SMS/e-mail shall be sent to the registered mobile number/e-mail ID of the applicant.
  • Online registration can be made by filling in the necessary information in the form and payment of the registration fee for each course for which admission is sought.
  • After that upload a scanned copy of the required supporting documents for taking provisional admission or attending the online counseling.
  • Pay an admission fee of INR 500/-(for General Category) and INR 250/- (for SC/ST Category) through online mode only.

Documents Required:

  • A printout of the online application form
  • Duly filled and signed counseling proforma (Format available on Directorate website)
  • Two passport-sized photographs
  • Metric Certificate 
  • Senior Secondary Certificate 
  • Graduation / Post Graduation Certificate (as applicable)
  • Copy of Aadhar Card
  • Migration Certificate (in original, for other than PSEB/GNDU Students), the candidate will be given 30 days to submit the same upon submission of the undertaking.
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Character Certificate

GNDU ODL Facilities

To provide an optimal learning environment for the students, a number of facilities are available on campus. From well-furnished hostels to a fully stocked library, great care is taken to ensure that the students are provided with a tranquil ambiance when going through their business. Given below are the facilities that are available in the college. 

  • Learning Materials: Students are provided with self-learning materials in e-format which is accessible from the Directorate’s website as well as in a printed format.
  • Web-platform: The institute has a dedicated web platform that handles all the related facilities of the distance education program in a smooth and efficient manner.
  • On-site Classes: The institute conducts “Personal Contact Programme” Classes on Sundays by dedicated faculty members at the institute's Learner Support Centres.

GNDU ODL Faculty

Teachers and instructors of GNDU College are well qualified, experienced, and cooperative with all students. Some extra knowledge is also provided to students like soft skill development classes, debates, and interview practices. Every teacher has their own experience in their subjects of theory, practical, and labs.

Read More: GNDU DDE Faculty

GNDU ODL FAQs

Ques. Can students have a syllabus of the concerned program of GNDU ODL?

Ans. Yes, students will be provided all the syllabuses of every program by the university GNDU ODL. students need to visit the official website of the learning center and click on the students’ corner there will be a link for the syllabus and can check the syllabus of the concerned program. 

Ques. What are the facilities provided by GNDU ODL?

Ans. Facilities provided by GNDU ODL like PCP classes that are arranged on the weekends so that working students can attend all the classes and if they have any doubts can ask for clarification by the professors, there are computer labs for the practicals and seminars. 

Ques. Is there any refund policy if a student does not want to continue at GNDU ODL after taking admission?

Ans. If a candidate does not join the course and surrenders the seat after getting admission but before the last date of admission or commencement of GNDU ODL PCP classes (whichever is earlier), the fee and funds deposited by such a candidate will be refunded after deducting a processing charge of INR 2000. For further information regarding the refund policy, students should check the official website. 

Ques. Does GNDU ODL offer any study material?

Ans. Yes, GNDU ODL offers self-learning study material on Student Portal for all candidates so that students can have all study materials whenever they need them. Candidates are only required to log in with the student ID & Password to go through the study material. All the study materials are available in Hard Copy (Printed Format) also.

Ques. Does GNDU ODL have any reservation provision?

Ans. Yes, GNDU ODL provides reservation provision for the reserved categories, there is a 5% relaxation in marks (in aggregate) that will be given for eligibility for admissions only. 

Ques. Are the courses under Annual mode or Semester mode in GNDU ODL?

Ans. All the courses under Open & Distance Learning mode are offered in Semester System. The University follows the CBES (Credit Based Evaluation System) scheme to assess and evaluate the students.

Ques. Whom should anyone contact in case of any issues faced during registration in GNDU ODL?

Ans.  In case of any issues regarding the registration or exam, candidates can contact the authorities at the phone numbers: +91-70090-87929 or 0183-2258802. Alternatively, candidates may also reach out at the email address: odl@gndu.ac.in.