BAOU Online Degree Syllabus
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University (BAOU) publishes and directly determines the Baou Online Degree Syllabus, which outlines the academic structure and course content. For the July 2026 admission term, the university concluded the online degree admission process on September 15, 2026. Students pursuing regular and vocational courses had until July 22, 2025, to submit their exam forms, while the Research Presentation Examination for the July 2026 term occurred on September 09, 2026.
Baou Syllabus 2026
The BAOU syllabus for July 2026 admissions outlines key dates, registration fees, and a full list of undergraduate and postgraduate courses with their eligibility criteria and approximate fees. The last date for admission was 15 September 2026.
| Course Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | 10+2 or Equivalent |
| Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) – Various Disciplines | 10+2 in relevant stream |
| Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) | Graduation in any discipline |
| Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) | 10+2 or Equivalent |
| Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication (BAJMC) | 10+2 or Equivalent |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) | 10+2 (Science Stream) |
| Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) | 10+2 with Mathematics/Computer Science preferred |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com Hons.) | 10+2 (Commerce Stream preferred) |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | 10+2 or Equivalent |
| Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) | Graduation + Entrance/Eligibility Test |
This table details the undergraduate courses offered and their specific eligibility requirements, helping you understand the academic prerequisites for each program.
| Course Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Master of Arts – Various Disciplines | BA in relevant discipline |
| Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication | BA in Journalism, Mass Communication, or related field |
| Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) | BLIS (Bachelor of Library and Information Science) |
| Master of Social Work (MSW) | Graduation in a relevant field |
| Master of Computer Application (MCA) | Graduation in a relevant stream |
| Master of Science – Various Disciplines | Graduation in a relevant stream |
| Master of Commerce (M.Com) | B.Com or equivalent |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Graduation + Entrance Test |
The postgraduate course list outlines the required prior qualifications for each master’s program, ensuring you meet the academic standards for admission.
| Course | Approx. Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) | ₹27,000 – ₹8,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) – Various Disciplines | ₹750– ₹9,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) | ₹4300– ₹9,000 (total) |
| Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) | ₹4000– ₹10,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication (BAJMC) | ₹16,50– ₹11,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) | ₹7,500 – ₹10,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) | ₹7000 – ₹12,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com Hons.) | ₹2500 – ₹8,500 per year |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | ₹4000– ₹15,000 per year |
| Bachelor of Education (B.Ed. ODL) | ₹35000 |
This table provides an overview of the approximate annual or total fees for various undergraduate courses in 2026, helping you estimate the financial commitment.
| Course | Approx. Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| Master of Arts – Various Disciplines | ₹2700 – ₹9,000 per year |
| Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication | ₹8,000 – ₹10,000 per year |
| Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) | ₹6321 – ₹10,000 (total) |
| Master of Social Work (MSW) | ₹1950 – ₹11,000 per year |
| Master of Computer Application (MCA) | ₹12,500 – ₹15,000 per year |
| Master of Science – Various Disciplines (IT, Cyber Security, Data Science, etc.) | ₹7,500 – ₹14,000 per year |
| Master of Commerce (M.Com) | ₹4000 – ₹10,000 per year |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | ₹7,500 – ₹35,000 (total) |
This table outlines the approximate fees for postgraduate courses in 2026, allowing you to review the costs associated with different master’s programs.
- Admission Term: July-2026
- GCAS Registration Fees (General): Rs.300/-
- GCAS Registration Fees (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/PwBD): Rs.150/-
- GCAS Help Center Email: support-gcas@gujgov.edu.in
- GCAS Technical Support: 07923277360
These details provide essential administrative information for the July 2026 admission cycle, including registration costs and contact methods for support.
Semester-Wise Subject List
This section details the semester-wise subject list for the BAOU syllabus, providing a clear overview of the courses offered across different semesters. You can find information on major, multidisciplinary, ability enhancement, skill enhancement, minor, Indian Knowledge System, and value-added courses.
| Sr.No. | Course Type | Name of the subject | Subject Code | Semester | Credit | SLM | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major (Core) | બિઝનેસ કોમ્યુનિકેશન – 1 (Business Communication – 1) | COM101-BC | Sem-1 | 4 | View | View |
| 2 | Major (Core) | નાણાકીય હિસાબી પદ્ધતિ – 1 (Financial Accounting-1) | COM102-BC | Sem-1 | 4 | View | View |
| 3 | Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) | એકમલક્ષી અર્થશાસ્ત્ર ( Micro Economics) | MDC101-BC | Sem-1 | 4 | View | View |
| 4 | Ability Enhancement Course (AEC) | Compulsory English-1 (English Text) | AEC101-BC | Sem-1 | 2 | View | View |
| 5 | Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) | સેક્રેટરીયલ પ્રેક્ટિસ -1 (Secretarial Practice – 1) | SEC101-BC | Sem-1 | 2 | View | View |
| 6 | Minor | એકાઉન્ટિંગ & ફાયનાન્સ-1 (Accounting & Finance-1) | COE101-BC | Sem-1 | 4 | View | View |
| 7 | Indian Knowledge System (IKS) | IKS -1 (ભારતીય જ્ઞાન પ્રણાલી-1) યોગ,જીવન અને આધ્યાત્મિકતા (Yoga, Life and Spirituality) | IKS101-BC | Sem-1 | 2 | View | View |
| 1 | Major (Core) | ધંધાકીય વ્યવસ્થા અને સંચાલન(Business Organization & Management) | COM201-BC | Sem-2 | 4 | View | View |
| 2 | Major (Core) | નાણાકીય હિસાબી પદ્ધતિ – 2 (Financial Accounting-2) | COM202-BC | Sem-2 | 4 | View | View |
| 3 | Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) | માનવ પર્યાવરણ (Human Environment) | MDC201-BC | Sem-2 | 4 | View | View |
| 4 | Ability Enhancement Course (AEC) | Compulsory English-2 (English Text) | AEC201-BC | Sem-2 | 2 | View | View |
| 5 | Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) | સેક્રેટરીયલ પ્રેક્ટિસ – 2 (Secretarial Practice – 2) | SEC201-BC | Sem-2 | 2 | View | View |
| 6 | Minor | ધંધાકીય સંચાલન-1 (Business Management -1) | COE201-BC | Sem-2 | 4 | View | View |
| 7 | Value Added Course (VAC) | યોગશાસ્ત્ર અને જીવન (Yoga Shastra and Life) | VAC201-BC | Sem-2 | 2 | View | View |
| 1 | Major (Core) | પડતર હિસાબી પદ્ધતિ (Cost Accounting) | COM301-BC | Sem-3 | 4 | View | View |
| 2 | Major (Core) | Business Communication- 2 | COM302-BC | Sem-3 | 4 | View | View |
| 3 | Major (Core) | વેપારી કાયદો (Business Law) | COM303-BC | Sem-3 | 4 | View | View |
| 4 | Multidisciplinary Course (MDC) | સમગ્રલક્ષી અર્થશાસ્ત્ર (Macro Economics) | MDC301-BC | Sem-3 | 4 | View | View |
| 5 | Ability Enhancement Course (AEC) | પર્સનાલિટી ડેવલોપમેન્ટ-1 (Personality Development-1) | AEC301-BC | Sem-3 | 2 | View | View |
| 6 | Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) | કમ્પ્યુટરાઈઝડ હિસાબી પદ્ધતિ (Tally Prime) ભાગ-1 (Computerized Accounting(Tally Prime) Part-1) | SEC301-BC | Sem-3 | 2 | View | View |
| 7 | Indian Knowledge System (IKS) | IKS -2 (ભારતીય જ્ઞાન પ્રણાલી-2) ભારતીય સાંસ્કૃતિક પરંપરા (Indian Cultural Tradition) | IKS301-BC | Sem-3 | 2 | view | View |
| 1 | Major (Core) | કંપનીના હિસાબો (Company Accounting) | COM401-BC | Sem-4 | 4 | View | View |
| 2 | Major (Core) | આવકવેરો & જી.એસ.ટી. (Income Tax & GST) | COM402-BC | Sem-4 | 4 | View | View |
| 3 | Major (Core) | કંપની કાયદો (Company Law) | COM403-BC | Sem-4 | 4 | View | View |
| 4 | Ability Enhancement Course (AEC) | પર્સનાલીટી ડેવલોપમેન્ટ-2 (Personality Development-2) | AEC401-BC | Sem-4 | 2 | View | View |
| 5 | Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) | કમ્પ્યુટરાઈઝડ હિસાબી પદ્ધતિ (Tally Prime) ભાગ-2 (Computerized Accounting(Tally Prime) Part-2) | SEC401-BC | Sem-4 | 2 | View | View |
| 6 | Minor | એકાઉન્ટિંગ & ફાયનાન્સ-2 (Accounting & Finance-2) | COE401-BC | Sem-4 | 4 | View | View |
| 7 | Value Added Course (VAC) | તણાવ સંચાલન-1 (Stress Management-1) | VAC401-BC | Sem-4 | 2 | View | View |
| 1 | Major (Core) | ભારતીય હિસાબી ધોરણો (Indian AS) | COM501-BC | Sem-5 | 4 | View | View |
| 2 | Major (Core) | સંચાલકીય હિસાબી પદ્ધતિ (Management Accounting) | COM502-BC | Sem-5 | 4 | View | View |
This table outlines the subjects for the first five semesters, including course types, names, codes, credits, and links to view the SLM and syllabus for each subject.
Specialisations on Offer
This section outlines the specialisations available across various schools and programmes, including online and distance learning options. You can explore a diverse range of academic pursuits, from graduate to diploma levels, to find a programme that aligns with your career goals.
- Schools offering specialisations: School of Humanities and Social Science (SHSS), School of Computer Science (SCS), School of Commerce and Management (SCM), School of Education, Distance Education and Educational Technologies (SoE)
- Programmes offered: Ph.D., Post Graduate (ODL), Graduate (ODL), Post Graduate Diploma (ODL), Diploma (ODL), Certificate (ODL)
- Online Programmes: PG Program, Graduate Program
- Specific Post Graduate (ODL) specialisations in Computer Science: Master of Computer Application (MCA), Master of Science – Information Technology (MSCIT), Master of Science – Cyber Security
- Specific Graduate (ODL) specialisations: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS.) SOCIOLOGY, BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS.)
- Additional Programmes: Post Graduate(OL), Graduate(OL), BAOU NCVET-Approved skill Development & Vocational Courses, SWAYAM Courses (Online), MOOCs
How You Are Assessed
Your assessment for the baou syllabus happens through distance education. You submit assignments and track your progress via a dedicated portal. It is compulsory to fill out an exam form to appear for examinations.
- Assessment method: Through distance education mode.
- Assignment submission: The portal allows students to submit assignments and track progress.
- Exam form requirement: It is compulsory to fill the exam form.
- Exam form deadline (July-2025 Regular & Vocational Course): 22 July 2025
- Exam schedules and results: You can view schedules and check results online via the portal.
- Research Presentation Examination (July-2026 Term): This exam was held on 9 September 2026.
The deadline for the July 2025 exam form has passed. You can find links to apply for various programmes below.
| Programme | Exam Form Link |
|---|---|
| Regular Programme | Apply here.. |
| Vocational Programme | Apply here.. |
| Spl.B.Ed. | Apply here.. |
| Post Graduate Diploma | Apply here.. |
This table provides direct links for applying to the July 2025 examination for various regular and vocational courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is Eligible for Baou Online Degree?
Eligibility for BAOU Online Degrees, approved by DEB-UGC, is detailed on their Online Admission Portal. Specific criteria, document requirements, and processing timelines are available there.
What Are the Important Dates for Baou Online Degree?
The last date to apply for July 2026 admission is September 15th. Academic Bank of Credits registration is open until August 26th.
How to Apply for Baou Online Degree?
To apply for a BAOU Online Degree, generate your ABC ID (Step-01) and then your DEB ID (Step-02). The last date to apply for July 2026 admission is available.
What Documents Are Required for Baou Online Degree?
For BAOU Online Degree, you’ll need the Student Application Form and the Degree Form (for years 2017-2025). You may also need forms for reassessment or writer services.
What Is the Expected Cutoff for Baou Online Degree?
BAOU does not publish an expected cutoff for its Online Degrees. Admission details for the January-2026 term are available.
What Is the Selection Process for Baou Online Degree?
BAOU Online Degree admissions are processed through an online portal. Check the Pre-Admission Details and apply via the Online Admission Portal for terms like July-2026.
