TNOU admission 2026-27 deadline extended: apply by 13 October

The Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) has extended the deadline for online admissions for the Academic Year 2026-27. Students now have until October 13, 2026, to complete their applications for various academic programmes offered through distance learning.

This extension provides additional time for prospective students to apply for undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses. The university stated that the decision was made to allow more students to apply for its diverse range of academic programmes, which are accessible online via the official website, tnou.ac.in.

Revised Admission Schedule and Application Process

The last date for online admission for the Academic Year 2026-27 is now October 13, 2026. This revises the previous deadline, which was September 15, 2026, if you look at collegeadmission.in and getadmission.icnn.in. TNOU conducts its admission processes entirely through online mode.

To apply, candidates must visit the official website, tnou.ac.in, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the applicable fees online. Required documents include 10th and 12th mark sheets, a graduation certificate (for PG courses), ID proof, and passport-size photographs.

Eligibility Criteria and Fee Structure

For undergraduate (UG) courses, candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board. For postgraduate (PG) courses, applicants are required to have completed graduation in a related subject. TNOU offers many programmes, including 30 Master Degree Programmes, 24 Bachelor Degree Programmes, and various diploma and certificate courses.

The average fee range for these courses varies by type. UG courses typically cost between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000 per semester, while PG courses range from ₹8,000 to ₹25,000 per semester. Diploma courses have an average fee range of ₹3,000 to ₹10,000.

About Tamil Nadu Open University

Established in 2002 by an Act of Legislature of Tamil Nadu (No.27 of 2002), TNOU operates with the motto “Education for All.” The university has been accorded a NAAC ‘A+’ Grade with a CGPA of 3.32 (Cycle – 1) and is recognized by UGC-DEB, holding 12(B) status by UGC. It offers admission in two cycles: Calendar Year (CY) Batch, January and Academic Year (AY) Batch, July.

TNOU maintains a wide network to support its distance learning initiatives, including 210 Learner Support Centres and 12 Regional Centres across Tamil Nadu. For further inquiries, the university’s contact number is 044-24306600, with additional admission section contact numbers available at +91 93459 13378 / 044 2430 6614 / 044 2430 6615 / 044 2430 6664. Admission inquiries can also be sent to admission@tnou.ac.in and directoradmissiontnou@gmail.com.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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