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BAOU Regional and Study Centres: Full List by State

Updated 3 October 2026 Study Centres 5 min read

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) operates 8 Regional Centres, 300 Learner Support Centres (LSCs), and 4 Extension Centres across the state of Gujarat. Each Regional Centre supervises general academic, vocational, professional, B.Ed., and jail study centres within its designated districts. Students can search for active study centres by district and programme on the official BAOU portal.

Key facts

Total Regional Centres 8 (RC01 to RC08)
Total Learner Support Centres 300
Extension Centres 4
Regional Centre Headquarters Ahmedabad, Surat, Bhuj, Patan, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, Godhra, Palanpur
LSC Department Email baou.lsc@baou.edu.in
Toll-Free Helpline 1800 233 1020
Official BAOU page on baou.edu.in: open BAOU Learner Support Centres search page
The official BAOU page on baou.edu.in — open BAOU Learner Support Centres search page. Screenshot taken 2 October 2026; click to open it.

BAOU Regional and Learner Support Network

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) manages its open and distance learning network across Gujarat through a dedicated department operating under the Vice-Chancellor and the Director of Regional Centres.

The university network consists of 8 Regional Centres, 300 Learner Support Centres (LSCs), and 4 Extension Centres. Administrative and support operational details are managed through the BAOU Learner Support Service page.

Complete List of BAOU Regional Centres in Gujarat

BAOU has established 8 Regional Centres across Gujarat to manage learner support services, study centre operations, and administrative functions. Official contact records can be verified on the BAOU Regional Centre contact details page.

BAOU Regional Centres List and Contacts

Code Regional Centre Address Mobile Number Email ID
RC01 Ahmedabad Regional Center BAOU, ‘Jyotirmay Parisar’, Dr. B.A.O.U. Marg, S.G. Highway, Chharodi, Ahmedabad – 382481 9898053037 rcahmedabad@baou.edu.in
RC02 Surat Regional Center Day Care Building, Near Central Library, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat – 395007 9898053079 rcsurat@baou.edu.in
RC03 Bhuj Regional Center First Floor, Library, KSKV Kachchh University Campus, Bhuj – 370015 9898053140 rcbhuj@baou.edu.in
RC04 Patan Regional Center R.J. Computer Center, Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University Campus, Patan – 384265 9898053163 rcpatan@baou.edu.in
RC05 Rajkot Regional Center Ganitsastra Bhavan, Near Examination Dept, Saurashtra University Campus, Rajkot – 360005 9898053183 rcrajkot@baou.edu.in
RC06 Bhavnagar Regional Center Principal Bungalow Opp. Hockey Ground, Near Shamaldas College, Mahatma Gandhi Campus, Bhavnagar – 364002 9898053378 rcbhavnagar@baou.edu.in
RC07 Godhra Regional Center Shri Sarvjanik Commerce College, At & Po Godhra, Dist. Panchmahal – 389001 9898053394 rcgodhra@baou.edu.in
RC08 Palanpur Regional Center ‘Nirmal Vidhya Sankul’, Near New RTO Circle, Ambaji Highway, Palanpur 9898053404 rc.palanpur@baou.edu.in

Learner Support Centres by District

BAOU Learner Support Centres are established within affiliated colleges and educational institutions in various districts of Gujarat. Mandatory disclosures for study centres are listed on the BAOU mandatory disclosure LSC portal.

Sample BAOU Learner Support Centres in Selected Districts

Centre Code Study Centre Name District Address / Location
0001 Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University HQ Ahmedabad Jyotirmay Parisar, S.G. Highway, Chharodi, Ahmedabad – 382481
0102 Smt. A.P. Patel Arts & Late Shri N.P. Patel Commerce College Ahmedabad Naroda, Ahmedabad – 382325
0121 Shri H.K. Arts College Ahmedabad Ashram Road, Ahmedabad – 380009
0204 Smt. D.H. Kabariya Arts, R.K. Vaghasiya Commerce & U.B. Bhagat Science Mahila College Amreli Chakkargadh Road, Amreli – 365601
0301 J.B. Thakkar College of Commerce Kachchh At & Po Bhuj, Dist. Kutch – 370001
0302 Tolani Commerce College Kachchh Adipur – 370205, Dist. Kutch
0401 Nalini-Arvind & T.V. Patel Arts College Anand Vallabh Vidyanagar, Dist. Anand – 388120
0418 Kheda Arts College Kheda National Highway No. 8, Kheda – 387411

Vocational, Professional, and B.Ed. Study Centres

In addition to traditional degree study centres, BAOU operates dedicated centres for vocational, professional diploma/degree, and B.Ed. programmes.

  • Surat Region Vocational & Professional Centres: Nalanda PGDCA Study Center (Punagam, Surat), Narmada College of Science & Commerce (Zadeshwar, Bharuch), and V.S. Patel College of Arts & Science (Bilimora).
  • Surat Region B.Ed. Centre: V.T. Choksi College of Education, Lal Bunglow, Athwa Lines, Surat – 385007.
  • Patan Region Vocational & Professional Centres: Shri Sarvajanik BCA & PGDCA College (Mehsana), Suvidha M.Ed. College (Mehsana), Asian Institute of Technology (Vadali, Sabarkantha), and B.M. Shah Gram Vidyapith (Zilia, Patan).
  • Patan Region B.Ed. Centres: Managed by Shri Sarvajanik Kelavani Mandal (Mehsana) and L.N.K. College of Education (Rajmahal Road, Patan).

Special Learner Support Centres in Correctional Facilities

BAOU maintains special study centres inside correctional facilities to facilitate higher education for prison inmates across Gujarat.

  • Mahesana District Jail (Mahesana – 380002)
  • Himatnagar Sub Jail (Himatnagar)
  • Patan Sub Jail (Patan)

How to Search for BAOU Study Centres Online

Students looking for an active study centre for a specific course or district can search online through the university portal.

  1. Go to the BAOU Learner Support Centres search page.
  2. Select your enrolled or desired ‘Course’ from the drop-down menu.
  3. Select your ‘District’ from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click the ‘Go’ button to view the list of mapped Learner Support Centres with location details.
BAOU: How to Search for BAOU Study Centres Online — step-by-step
How to Search for BAOU Study Centres Online: the steps at a glance.

Learner Support Centre Management Department Contact

For queries regarding study centre allocation, coordinator details, or operational guidance, students can contact the LSC Management Department using the contact details published on the official BAOU main contact directory.

  • Department Name: Learner Support Centre (LSC) & Regional Centre Management Department
  • Contact Persons: Dr. Dhaval Pandya, Prof. Dr. Priyanki Vyas
  • Direct Mobile Numbers: 8866011964, 9978408903, 7434852682
  • Phone Extension: 412, 639
  • Email Addresses: baou.lsc@baou.edu.in, osd.lsc@baou.edu.in, lsc.coordinator@baou.edu.in, director.rcs@baou.edu.in
  • University Toll-Free Number: 1800 233 1020
What you can do Official page
view official BAOU main contact directory baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=61
view university regional centres web page baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=3106
check BAOU Regional Centre contact details page baou.edu.in/regional-centers
check BAOU mandatory disclosure LSC portal baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=5837
open BAOU Learner Support Centres search page baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=32
visit BAOU Learner Support Service page baou.edu.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=6352

Official documents (PDF)

  • List of LSC PDF — Surat regional centre list of LSCs including B.Ed. and vocational centres
  • List of centers PDF — Patan regional centre list of LSCs including jail study centres
  • Student Support Manual PDF — BAOU Student Support Manual PDF

Frequently asked questions

How many Regional Centres does BAOU have in Gujarat?

BAOU has 8 Regional Centres located in Ahmedabad, Surat, Bhuj, Patan, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, Godhra, and Palanpur.

What is the Regional Centre code for Ahmedabad?

The code for the Ahmedabad Regional Centre is RC01. It is located at ‘Jyotirmay Parisar’, S.G. Highway, Chharodi, Ahmedabad.

How can I find active BAOU study centres in my district?

You can visit the BAOU Learner Support Centres search portal, select your course and district, and click ‘Go’ to see active study centres.

Does BAOU have study centres for B.Ed. courses?

Yes, BAOU operates designated B.Ed. study centres, such as V.T. Choksi College of Education in Surat and L.N.K. College of Education in Patan.

Are there BAOU study centres inside Gujarat jails?

Yes, BAOU has established special jail learner support centres, including facilities at Mahesana District Jail, Himatnagar Sub Jail, and Patan Sub Jail.

What is the contact email for the BAOU LSC Management Department?

You can reach the Learner Support Centre Management Department via email at baou.lsc@baou.edu.in or director.rcs@baou.edu.in.

Sources

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