BRAOU Fees 2026: Total, Semester Split and EMI
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) has extended the last date for Admission Registration for UG/PG First Year and Diploma Admissions, alongside Tuition Fee Payments for UG-2,3 Years & PG-2 Year, until September 30, 2026. This extension also applies to examination registration for PG (I and II year) and UG (Old Batches 2016 or before) I, II, and III Year July-2026, which now concludes on July 3, 2026, with a late fee of ₹500/-. Understanding the financial commitment, BRAOU online degree fees encompass tuition and various administrative charges; for example, the UG I Year Tuition Fee (BA, B.Com, B.Sc) is ₹3,200, while UG II and III Year Tuition Fees are ₹3,000 each.
What a BRAOU degree costs, in total
The Academic Year 2026-27 brings important updates for fee payments and registration at BRAOU. You can complete all UG and PG tuition fee payments online, ensuring a convenient process for students.
- Academic Year for Fee Payments: 2026-27
- UG First Year Tuition Fee Payment: Online
- UG Second Year Tuition Fee Payment: Online
- UG Third Year Tuition Fee Payment: Online
- PG/P.G.Diploma/Certificate Online Fee Payment: Available
- Admission Registration Last Date Extended: upto 30 September 2026
The last date for PG (I and II year) examination registration for M.A., M.Com., M.Sc, MLiSc, BLiSc (Old Batches) and PG Diploma and Certificate Programmes Spell-I, July-2026 was extended with a late fee of Rs.500/- until 3 July 2026. Similarly, the examination registration for UG (Old Batches 2016 or before batches) I, II and III Year July-2026 also closed on 3 July 2026 with a late fee of Rs.500/-.
BRAOU fees, year by year
The Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) outlines its fee structure across various programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses. The BRAOU examination fee varies significantly by program and year of study, with specific charges for practical and lab components.
| Course Name | Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| BA | 3,200 |
| B.Com | 3,200 |
| B.Sc | 3,200 |
| BLISc | 5,300 |
| B.Ed | 40,000 |
| Bachelor of Education | 40,000 |
This table details the tuition fees for various undergraduate courses, including the BLISc and B.Ed programs, with the B.Ed course having a significantly higher fee.
| Course Name | Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| MA History | 5,300 |
| MA Economics | 5,300 |
| MA Political Science | 5,300 |
| MA Public Administration | 5,300 |
| MA Sociology | 5,300 |
| MA Journalism & Mass Communication | 7,800 |
| MA English | 5,300 |
| MA Telugu | 5,300 |
| MA Hindi | 5,300 |
| MA Urdu | 5,300 |
| M.Com | 7,800 |
| M.Sc Psychology | 15,300 |
| M.Sc Botany | 15,300 |
| M.Sc Physics | 15,300 |
| M.Sc Zoology | 15,300 |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 7,800 |
| M.Sc Environmental Science | 15,300 |
| M.Sc Chemistry | 18,300 |
| MLISc | 10,300 |
| MBA (Master of Business Administration) | 15,300 |
| MBA (Hospital & Healthcare Management) | 1,20,000 |
This table presents the fees for various postgraduate courses, showing a wide range from ₹5,300 for many MA programs to ₹1,20,000 for the MBA in Hospital & Healthcare Management.
| Course Name | Fees (₹) |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Human Rights | 4,000 |
| Diploma in Culture & Heritage Tourism | 5,200 |
| Diploma in Financial Management | 8,000 |
| Diploma in Marketing Management | 8,000 |
| Diploma in Environmental Studies | 5,200 |
| Diploma in Women’s Studies | 4,000 |
| Diploma in Writing for Mass Media (Telugu) | 5,200 |
| Diploma in International Relations | 5,200 |
| Diploma in Psychological Counselling | 15,000 |
| Diploma in Human Resource Management | 8,000 |
| Diploma in Operations Management | 8,000 |
| Diploma in Digital Journalism | 8,000 |
This table outlines the fees for various diploma courses, with costs ranging from ₹4,000 to ₹15,000, depending on the program.
- UG I Year Tuition Fee (BA, B.Com, B.Sc): ₹3,200
- UG II Year Tuition Fee (BA, B.Com, B.Sc): ₹3,000
- UG III Year Tuition Fee (BA, B.Com, B.Sc): ₹3,000
- Lab Fee for Science/Psychology subjects (UG): ₹1,600 per subject
- Practical Fee for Mathematics and Statistics (UG): ₹800
- Practical Fee for Computer Applications (UG): ₹4,000
For PhD programs, the fee is consistently ₹15,000 across all listed subjects, including Commerce, English, Education, and various sciences. Certificate courses also have specific fees, such as ₹1,600 for Food & Nutrition and ₹5,400 for Early Childhood Care Education.
What the fee does not cover
This section details specific fees that are separate from the main BRAOU examination fee. You must pay these additional charges for particular services or applications, ensuring you cover all necessary costs for your academic pursuits.
- Degree in Absentia Application Fee: Rs.600/-
Scholarships and payment options
BRAOU Hyderabad offers various scholarships and financial aid programs to support deserving students, including fee waivers, education loans, and financial assistance. These initiatives help students pursue higher education and reward academic excellence, ensuring financial constraints do not hinder their academic journey.
- Scholarship Availability: BRAOU Hyderabad offers scholarships and financial support through fellowships and award programs.
- Scholarship Types: Scholarships for UG and PG students provide financial assistance and reward academic performance.
- Scholarship Programs: The university provides Post Matric Scholarships for scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, and other backward classes.
- Scholarship Forms: Scholarships are offered as Fee Waiver Programmes, Education Loans, and Financial Assistance.
- Fee Waiver Programme: The state government assists economically disadvantaged students through a fee waiver program.
- Education Loans: Nationalized Banks offer education loans at reasonable interest rates, repayable after degree completion.
The university also recognizes academic achievement through financial assistance, waiving tuition fees for academically gifted and financially disadvantaged students. Merit holders in qualifying and competitive examinations, along with high-ranking university examination performers, receive tuition fee reductions. Parents of deserving students are honored at annual university functions.
- New Scholarship Schemes: BRAOU introduced the Samatha Freeship, offering free education to Adivasi and primitive tribes.
- Online Fee Payment: Tuition Fee Payments for UG-2,3 Years & PG- 2 Year were extended until 30 September 2026.
- Online Fee Payment Link: You can pay your fees online by clicking here.
BRAOU Hyderabad also honors exceptional students with various named gold medals and awards for their academic achievements.
| Smt. Sushila Narayana Reddy Gold Medal | Vasireddy Bangaramma Venkatakistaiah Memorial Gold Medal | The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India Gold Medal |
| V. R. Narla Memorial Gold Medal | “Samala Jayapradha Venkata Ranga Reddy Gold Medal | K.Nagaiah Shetty Gold Medal |
| Dr.Reddy Labs Gold Medal | Malasana Lakshmi Narsamma & Malasana Gangaiah Memorial Gold Medal | Smt. Ajani Gogineni Memorial Gold Medal |
| Karnati Mangamma Bhadraiah Memorial Gold Medal | State Bank of India Gold Medal | Y. Shankar Rao & Y. Sujatha Devi Gold Medal |
These gold medals and awards recognize outstanding academic performance and contributions across various fields of study at the university.
How BRAOU fees compare with other universities
Comparing the BRAOU examination fee structure with other open universities reveals many costs for students. While BRAOU’s fees can go up to INR 2,40,000, other institutions like BAOU offer programs starting as low as INR 600, showing significant differences in financial commitment.
| Particulars | IGNOU | Other Open Universities |
|---|---|---|
| Established | 1985 | DU SOL: 1962 BAOU: 1994 BRAOU: 1982 KSOU: 1996 |
| Approval and Recognition | UGC, NAAC, AICTE | DU SOL: UGC-DEB, NAAC, AICTE BAOU: UGC, NAAC, AICTE, NCTE BRAOU: UGC, NAAC KSOU: UGC, AICTE, NCTE, NAAC |
| Types of Courses | UG, PG, Diploma, PGD, and Certificate | DU SOL: UG and PG Degrees BAOU: UG, PG Degrees, Diploma, and Certificates BRAOU: UG, PG Degrees, Diploma, and Certificates KSOU: UG Degrees, PG Degrees, Diploma, Certificates |
| Fee Range | INR 8,100 – INR 66,000 | DU SOL: INR 10,000 – INR 1,50,000 BAOU: INR 600 – INR 50,000 BRAOU: INR 1,5000 – INR 2,40,000 KSOU: INR 5,390 – INR 77,770 |
The table highlights that while IGNOU’s fee range is moderate, universities like BRAOU have a higher maximum fee, and BAOU offers the lowest starting fee among the compared institutions.
BRAOU fees by programme
Every programme BRAOU offers, with its page. Open a programme for its admission dates, fees and syllabus.
| Programme | Total fee (list price) | FMC Fee Index | More on this programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA | See fees | – | Programme page |
| B.Com | See fees | – | Programme page |
| B.Sc | See fees | – | Exams |
| BLIS | See fees | – | Programme page |
| B.Ed | See fees | – | Programme page |
| MA | See fees | – | Programme page |
| M.Com | See fees | – | Programme page |
| M.Sc | See fees | – | Admission |
| MBA | See fees | – | Admission |
| MLIS | See fees | – | Programme page |
| PG Diploma | ₹5,200 – ₹8,000 | 2971% below the median of 13 universities | Programme page |
| Diploma | See fees | – | Programme page |
| Certificate | See fees | – | Admission · Fees |
| PhD | See fees | – | Admission |
FMC Fee Index: the programme’s lowest published total fee as a percentage of the median total fee for the same degree across the universities in FindMyCollege’s online and distance dataset. 100 is the median; below 100 is cheaper than most. Fees are the published list price, before any scholarship or grant the university is running, read on 6 October 2026; where a university publishes only an annual or per-semester fee, no total or index is shown.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total cost for a full BRAOU online degree program?
BRAOU online degree fees vary by program. For example, a Diploma in Environmental Studies costs ₹5,200, while a Diploma in Women’s Studies is ₹4,000. UG I Year tuition for BA, B.Com, B.Sc is ₹3,200, and for UG II and III Year, it’s ₹3,000 each. An MBA in Hospital & Healthcare Management is ₹1,20,000.
How can I pay my BRAOU online degree fees?
You can pay your BRAOU online degree fees via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or at APOnline/TSOnline/MeeSeva Franchise Centres. Separate links are provided for UG and PG/Diploma/Certificate program payments. Tuition fee payments for UG-2,3 Years & PG-2 Year were extended until September 30, 2026.
Does BRAOU offer installment options for degree fees?
BRAOU online degree fees are payable online using debit, credit, or net banking. The university does not explicitly mention installment options, but it does offer education loans through nationalized banks, repayable after degree completion, to help manage costs.
What is the fee difference between various BRAOU online degree programs?
BRAOU’s annual tuition for many UG programs (BA, B.Com, B.Sc) is ₹3,200 for the first year and ₹3,000 for subsequent years. A B.Ed degree is ₹40,000, and a BLISc is ₹5,300. Postgraduate programs range from ₹5,300 for many MA courses to ₹1,20,000 for an MBA in Hospital & Healthcare Management.
When is the deadline to pay BRAOU online degree fees for new admissions?
The deadline for new admissions’ first-year tuition fee online payment for the August/September-2026 semester is August 23, 2026. The last date for admission registration for UG/PG First Year and Diploma Admissions, alongside tuition fee payments for UG-2,3 Years & PG-2 Year, has been extended until September 30, 2026.
Are there any hidden charges beyond the advertised BRAOU online degree fees?
No, there are no hidden charges. However, specific additional fees apply, such as a lab fee of ₹1,600 per science/psychology subject for UG students, a practical fee of ₹800 for Mathematics and Statistics, and ₹4,000 for Computer Applications. A Degree in Absentia Application Fee is Rs.600/-.
