BAOU Fee Structure 2026: Course-Wise Fees and Payment Modes
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) requires total programme fee payments at the time of admission via UPI or Demand Draft. For the 2026 session, the B.Ed. total fee is ₹35,200 and the Special B.Ed. total fee is ₹45,200, both inclusive of a ₹200 degree certificate fee. 100% fee waivers are provided for transgender learners, jail inmates, and families of army martyrs.
Key facts
| B.Ed. Total Fee (2026) | ₹35,200 |
|---|---|
| Special B.Ed. Total Fee (2026) | ₹45,200 |
| Degree Certificate Fee Component | ₹200 |
| Accepted Payment Modes | UPI, Demand Draft (DD) |
| Name/Address Correction Fee | ₹100 (via DD) |
| Caste/Category Correction Fee | ₹200 (via DD) |
| Excess Fee Claim Deadline | Within 1 year of payment |
B.Ed. and Special B.Ed. Programme Fees (2026)
Students admitted to professional teacher education programmes for the 2026 session must pay the full programme fee during admission. Payments are accepted through UPI or Demand Draft (DD). No extra fees are payable at study centres.
BAOU Teacher Education Fee Structure 2026
| Programme Name | Course Fee | Degree Certificate Fee | Total Payable Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Ed. (ODL) | ₹35,000 | ₹200 | ₹35,200 |
| Special B.Ed. (ODL) | ₹45,000 | ₹200 | ₹45,200 |
Fee Exemptions and Concessions
Under its social outreach and inclusive education initiatives, BAOU provides free education for specific student categories. Full fee waivers apply to eligible candidates.
- Transgender learners
- Jail inmates
- Wives and children of army martyrs
Administrative Service Fees
Students who need official corrections or changes in their university registration records after admission must submit an application to the university headquarters along with supporting documents and a Demand Draft.
BAOU Record Correction Fee Rates
| Service Description | Prescribed Fee | Payment Mode | Required Document |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name or Address Correction | ₹100 | Demand Draft | Certified copy of supporting proof |
| Caste / Category Correction | ₹200 | Demand Draft | Certified copy of supporting proof |
Fee Refund and Excess Payment Claim Rules
If a student inadvertently pays excess money during admission, a formal application for refund must be submitted with original receipts within the specified timeline.
- Refund applications for excess fee payment must be submitted within 1 year of the payment date.
- Applications must include full learner details and the original payment receipt.
- The university deducts standard administrative charges from excess or incomplete fee refund payouts.
- Fee refunds under special circumstances are processed according to UGC guidelines.
Fee Updates for Degree, Diploma, and Online Programmes
BAOU offers over 100 open and distance learning programmes alongside online courses. BAOU has not published the course-wise fee table for BCA, BBA, BA, MA, or MBA in the available prospectus documents as of 02 October 2026.
Prospective learners can track general notifications on the BAOU admission details page or consult the BAOU e-prospectus listing.
Important BAOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| access admission links and notices | baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=2054 |
| check university fee refund policy | baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=6314 |
| view e-prospectus download page | baou.edu.in/e-prospectus |
Official documents (PDF)
- Prospectus B.Ed.-2026 PDF — B.Ed. 2026 prospectus with fee structure and payment instructions
- Prospectus Sp.B.Ed.-2026 PDF — Special B.Ed. 2026 prospectus detailing course fee and rules
- Provisional Prospectus 2026 (Certificate / Diploma / Graduation / Post Graduation) PDF — Provisional prospectus for 2026 degree and diploma programmes
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees for BAOU BCA per semester?
BAOU has not published semester-wise or total fee details for BCA in the available 2026 prospectus documents as of 02 October 2026. Learners should refer to official announcements on the university portal for updates.
Do BAOU fees include books?
BAOU dispatches study materials to study centres through its material production and distribution division. Specific inclusions for individual programme fees are outlined in program-specific prospectuses.
What is the cost to study BAOU MBA or MA (English) ODL?
BAOU has not published specific fee figures for its MBA or MA (ODL) courses in the available 2026 web notifications as of 02 October 2026. By comparison, professional distance programmes like B.Ed. carry a total fee of ₹35,200 for 2026.
What payment modes are accepted for BAOU course fees?
BAOU accepts course fee payments through UPI or Demand Draft (DD) during the admission process. Full payment at admission is required to secure registration.
How can I request a refund for an excess fee payment at BAOU?
To claim an excess payment refund, submit an application to BAOU within one year of payment along with the original fee receipt and student details. The university deducts administrative processing expenses prior to releasing the refund.
What is the fee for correcting a name or address in BAOU records?
A fee of ₹100 paid via Demand Draft is required for correcting a name or address in university records, accompanied by a written application and certified proof.
Sources
Written from the official BAOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- Admission baou.edu.in/…/showpage.aspx
- Prospectus B.Ed.-2026 baou.edu.in/…/Prospectus B.Ed.-2026.pdf
- Prospectus Sp.B.Ed.-2026 baou.edu.in/…/Prospectus Sp.B.Ed.-2026.pdf
- Provisional Prospectus 2026 (Certificate / Diploma / Graduation / Post… baou.edu.in/…/Prospectus_2026.pdf
- પ્રવેશ માર્ગદર્શન માહિતી પુસ્તિકા E-Prospectus baou.edu.in/…/e-prospectus