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BAOU Study Material: Subject-Wise Notes and Books

Updated 3 October 2026 Study Material 4 min read

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) provides digital Self Learning Material (eSLM), audio/video lectures, and programme guides through its official eResources portal. Learners can download subject-wise print-ready PDFs for postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma, and post-graduate diploma courses. Offline materials and distribution queries are managed directly by the university’s Material, Studio, and Library Department.

Key facts

Digital Material Portal BAOU eResources Portal
Available Formats eSLM PDFs, Video Lectures, Audio Lectures
Evaluation Scheme 30% Assignments, 70% Term-End Exam
Paper Passing Criteria Minimum 40% marks in Assignment and TEE
Material Helpdesk Email baou.material@baou.edu.in
Official BAOU page on baou.edu.in: open BAOU eResources study material portal
The official BAOU page on baou.edu.in — open BAOU eResources study material portal. Screenshot taken 2 October 2026; click to open it.

Accessing BAOU Digital Study Material (eSLM)

BAOU provides digital learning resources for distance education students through its central eResources repository. Students can download course brochures, programme guides, syllabi, e-Self Learning Materials (eSLM), and stream video or audio lectures.

External learning resources, manuscripts, competitive examination materials, and research papers can also be accessed online via the National Digital Library of India platform.

  1. Go to the BAOU eResources portal.
  2. Navigate to your degree or diploma section (Post Graduate, Graduate, Post Graduate Diploma, or Diploma).
  3. Locate your specific course name and course code in the list.
  4. Click ‘View’ under the ‘eSLM’, ‘Video Lecture’, or ‘Audio Lecture’ columns to view or download the subject material.
BAOU: Accessing BAOU Digital Study Material (eSLM) — step-by-step
Accessing BAOU Digital Study Material (eSLM): the steps at a glance.

Available Programmes with Downloadable Study Materials

BAOU publishes eSLM and academic guides across multiple disciplines. Subject-wise eResources are categorized by programme level and course code on the official portal.

Select BAOU Programmes with eResources

Programme Level Programme Name Programme Code
Post Graduate Master of Arts in English MEG
Post Graduate Master of Arts in Sociology MSO
Post Graduate Master of Library Science MLIS
Post Graduate Master of Science – Data Science MSCDS
Post Graduate Master of Commerce MCOM
Graduate Bachelor of Arts B.A.
Graduate Bachelor of Library Science BLIS
Graduate Bachelor of Science (Hons.)– Cyber Security BSCCS
Graduate Bachelor in Computer Application BCA
Post Graduate Diploma Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application PGDCA
Diploma Diploma in Financial Management DFM

Structure and Marking Scheme for Course Material

BAOU study materials are structured into subject-specific credits, semester blocks, and continuous evaluation units. For instance, in the Master of Science – Data Science course, each theoretical paper carries 4 credits with an evaluation split of 30 marks for assignments and 70 marks for term-end exams.

Students must achieve a minimum of 40% marks in both continuous evaluation and term-end examinations for each paper to successfully complete the subject. Sample regression analysis units can be downloaded via the MSCDS-201 course module PDF.

MSCDS Subject Credit and Examination Structure

Subject Name Subject Code Semester Credits Assignment Marks TEE Marks
Data Structure and Algorithms MSCDS-101 Sem-1 4 30 70
Relational Database Management System MSCDS-102 Sem-1 4 30 70
Principles of Data Science MSCDS-103 Sem-1 4 30 70
Statistical Methods MSCDS-104 Sem-1 4 30 70
Probability and Distribution Theory MSCDS-105 Sem-1 4 30 70
Programming Skills – I MSCDS-106 Sem-1 4 — 100
Regression Analysis and Predictive Models MSCDS-201 Sem-2 4 30 70
Problem Solving using Python MSCDS-204 Sem-2 4 30 70

Self Instructional Material (SIM) Features and Assignment Rules

BAOU Self Instructional Materials are custom-designed for distance learners to support self-paced learning without face-to-face contact. Every block is divided into structured units containing learning objectives, self-check progress questions, and sample answers.

Materials such as the BSCCS-102 Operating System SLM PDF feature conceptual diagrams, task manager exercises, and review questions at the end of each unit.

Learners must prepare one Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) per paper. According to the MLIS programme guidelines, students must submit the original hard copy of their assignment to their assigned study center and retain a duplicate copy for their records.

Material Department Contact Details

For queries regarding non-receipt of printed books, material distribution, audio/video studio recordings, or library access, learners can contact the university department directly.

BAOU Material, Studio, and Library Department Contacts

Department Contact Officers Phone / Mobile Extension Email
Material, Studio, Library Department Dr. Maheshprashad Trivedi / Dr. Nigam Pandya 9978403565 / 9998803590 / 9978408924 635, 636 baou.material@baou.edu.in
University Operator Helpdesk Helpdesk Staff +91 79 29796223 / 24 / 25 — —
Toll-Free Helpline Learner Support 1800 233 1020 — —
What you can do Official page
access national digital library learning resources ndl.iitkgp.ac.in/
open BAOU eResources study material portal baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=3240
view MSCDS course materials and syllabus baou.edu.in/courses/mscds
view BAOU official contact numbers baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=61
find learner support center locations baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=32
view learner support service division details baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=6352

Official documents (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

How can I download digital study materials (eSLM) from BAOU?

You can visit the BAOU eResources portal, choose your programme level (Post Graduate, Graduate, Diploma, or PG Diploma), and click ‘View’ under the eSLM column to download PDFs for your subject.

What is the passing percentage required for BAOU subject papers?

Students must secure at least 40% marks in both continuous evaluation (assignments) and term-end examinations to pass each subject paper.

What is the evaluation weightage between assignments and term-end exams?

Continuous evaluation based on assignments carries 30% weightage, while the term-end semester examination carries 70% weightage.

How do distance learners submit Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs)?

Learners must prepare one TMA per subject paper, submit the original copy to their allocated Learner Support Centre to obtain a receipt, and keep a copy for themselves.

Whom should I contact if I have not received physical BAOU study material?

You can contact the Material Production and Distribution Department via email at baou.material@baou.edu.in or call 9978403565 / 9998803590 (Extension 635 or 636).

Are video and audio lectures available alongside text books?

Yes, BAOU provides links to online video and audio lectures alongside eSLM PDF links for supported undergraduate and postgraduate programmes on its eResources page.

Sources

Written from the official BAOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.