MPBOU Admission 2026

MP Bhoj Open University

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh · MPBOU · Estd. 1995

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

MPBOU online admission form (UG/PG/Diploma/Certificate) live on MPOnline portal; rolling ODL cycle. Updated: 2026-06-17

About MP Bhoj Open University

Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University (MPBOU), established in 1991 by the MP Bhoj University Act (operational from 1995), is the state open university of Madhya Pradesh. Located in Bhopal, the university is named after Raja Bhoj, the 11th-century scholar-king of the Paramara dynasty. MPBOU provides flexible, learner-centric education through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online modes to working professionals, dropouts and lifelong learners across MP.

MPBOU offers UG (BA, BCom, BBA, BCA, BSc), PG (MA, MCom, MSc, MBA, MCA, MSW, MEd, MLib), MPhil, PhD, Certificate and Diploma programmes through ODL and online modes. The university has regional centres across the 11 divisions of MP and maintains over 300 study centres. Recognised by UGC-DEB (Distance Education Bureau) for ODL and online programmes.

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

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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 MP Bhoj Open University

No entrance examination — admissions on rolling basis with two cycles (January and July) on Plus Two merit (UG) and bachelor degree (PG). Open and Distance Learning + online modes. 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
Term-End exam session (admit card, Jul-2025 admission batch)	Invalid Date – Invalid Date	—	—	Ongoing

How to Apply

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Visit mpbou.edu.in
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Choose programme and study centre
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Upload Plus Two/UG marksheet
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Pay programme fee
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Receive confirmation + study material

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.

MP Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana for ODL learners, Central Sector Scholarship, NSP scholarships, MPBOU SC/ST fee concessions.

Reservations

MP 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 MP Bhoj Open University?

MP Bhoj 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 MP Bhoj Open University?

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

When does MP Bhoj Open University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at MP Bhoj 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 MP Bhoj Open University accept Plus Two / UG marks (Merit) scores?

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