Online MBA from UOU 2026: Eligibility, Fee and Duration
The UOU Master of Business Administration (MBA-23) is an Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programme with a minimum duration of 24 months and a maximum of 48 months. The registration fee for the July 2026 session was ₹1000, with the last date for registration being 30 September 2026. Annual fees range from ₹11600 to ₹12500 per year/semester.
Key facts
| Programme Code | MBA-23 |
|---|---|
| Programme Mode | Open and Distance Learning (ODL) |
| Minimum Duration | 24 Months |
| Maximum Duration | 48 Months |
| Total Credits | 132 |
| Registration Fee (July 2026) | ₹1000 |
| Counselling Fee (July 2026) | ₹500 |
| Last Date for Registration (July 2026) | 30 September 2026 |
About the MBA Programme (MBA-23)
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at Uttarakhand Open University is identified by the code MBA-23. It is an Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programme with a total of 132 credits. The minimum duration to complete the programme is 24 months, and the maximum duration allowed is 48 months.
MBA-23 Programme Structure and Fees per Year/Semester
| Year/Semester | Admission Fee | Exam Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹10100.00 | ₹1800.00 | ₹11900 |
| 2 | ₹10100.00 | ₹1500.00 | ₹11600 |
| 3 | ₹10100.00 | ₹1800.00 | ₹11900 |
| 4 | ₹10100.00 | ₹2400.00 | ₹12500 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the MBA programme must ensure they fulfill the admission criteria prescribed by the University. As of 02 October 2026, UOU has not published specific eligibility criteria, such as minimum marks in graduation, on its site for the MBA programme.
Admission Process for July 2026 Session
Admission to the MBA programme for the July 2026 session involves online registration followed by mandatory document verification and counselling. The last date for filling the online registration form was 30 September 2026.
Candidates who registered for the MBA Programme must attend the document verification and counselling at designated centres. The admission process is complete only after the entire process, including fee payment, is finished.
- Online Registration Last Date (July 2026 session): 30 September 2026
- Document Verification & Counselling Dates (for registrations till 17 August 2026): 01 September 2026 to 10 September 2026
- Reporting Time for Verification & Counselling: 11:00 am to 03:00 pm
- Fill the online registration form for MBA. The last date for this for the July 2026 session was 30 September 2026.
- Pay the registration fee of ₹1000 online using a debit card, credit card, or Internet banking.
- Attend the compulsory Documents Verification and Counselling at one of the specified centres. For applicants who registered till 17 August 2026, verification and counselling were organized from 01 September 2026 to 10 September 2026, between 11:00 am and 03:00 pm.
- Pay a separate Counselling and Document Verification Fee of ₹500 at the time of admission through a QR code, UOU Accounts Section (at headquarters only) using a swipe machine, or Bank Challan.
- Create an ABC ID and DEB ID before attending the Document Verification and Counselling. This requires an Aadhar Card, access to your email address, and access to your registered phone number.
Fee Structure
The fee structure for the MBA programme includes a registration fee, annual admission and examination fees, and a separate counselling and document verification fee. Miscellaneous fees of ₹150 are applicable for admission in a new programme or first year/semester, and a degree fee of ₹500 is charged in the last year/semester.
MBA Programme Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Applicability |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | ₹1000 | One-time, for online registration (July 2026 session) |
| Counselling and Document Verification Fee | ₹500 | One-time, paid separately at admission |
| Admission Fee (per Year/Semester) | ₹10100 | Annually/Per Semester |
| Exam Fee (per Year/Semester) | ₹1500 – ₹2400 | Annually/Per Semester (varies by year/semester) |
| Miscellaneous Fee | ₹150 | For admission in New Programme/First Year/Semester |
| Degree Fee | ₹500 | Last Year/Semester |
Documents Required for Verification
Candidates must bring both original and self-attested copies of the following documents for verification and counselling. It is also mandatory to create an ABC ID and DEB ID before attending the verification process.
- Completely filled-in Admission Form
- Mark sheet and Certificate of Class X
- Mark sheet and Certificate of Class XII
- Mark sheet and Certificate of Graduation
- Mark sheet and Certificate of Post-Graduation (if claimed)
- Category Certificate (if claimed)
- Valid Identity Proof
- Aadhar Card
- ABC I.D. Card
- DEB I.D. Card
- Affidavit (if required)
- 2 Passport Size Photographs
Study Centres
The MBA programme is offered through various study centres. Document verification and counselling for the July 2026 session were conducted at the Haldwani and Dehradun centres.
UOU Study Centres Offering MBA Programme
| SC Code | Study Centre Name |
|---|---|
| 12093 | Bengal Engineer Group and Centre, Roorkee |
| 16000 | U.O.U. Model Study Center, Haldwani |
| N/A | UOU Campus, Dehradun |
Important UOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| Apply for MBA Entrance 2026 | online.uou.ac.in/EMBA/UoUEMBAForm.aspx |
| Master of Business Administration MBA23 details | uou.ac.in/progdetail?pid=MBA-23 |
| MBA Admission Documents Verification Notice | uou.ac.in/announcement/2026/08/6400 |
Official documents (PDF)
- Instructions for Documents Verification and Counselling for MBA PDF — Instructions for MBA Documents Verification and Counselling
- MBA programme fee and structure PDF — MBA programme fee and structure details
- LOR issued by AICTE for MBA and MCA for the academic session 2022-23 PDF — AICTE Letter of Recommendation for ODL MBA 2022-23
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum and maximum duration for the UOU MBA program?
The MBA-23 program has a minimum duration of 24 months and a maximum duration of 48 months.
What is the registration fee for the MBA program at UOU for the July 2026 session?
The registration fee for the MBA program for the July 2026 session is ₹1000.
What is the last date to register for the MBA program for the July 2026 session?
The last date for filling the registration form for the July 2026 session was 30 September 2026.
What are the annual fees for the UOU MBA program?
The total annual fees for the MBA-23 program are ₹11900 for Year/Semester 1, ₹11600 for Year/Semester 2, ₹11900 for Year/Semester 3, and ₹12500 for Year/Semester 4. These totals include both admission and exam fees.
Is an entrance exam required for MBA admission at UOU?
The university may conduct an entrance examination for MBA admission. Instructions regarding the conduct of any entrance test are uploaded on the university’s website after the last date of online registration.
What documents are required for MBA admission verification at UOU?
Candidates must bring original and self-attested copies of Class X and XII mark sheets/certificates, Graduation mark sheet/certificate, Category Certificate (if applicable), valid ID proof, Aadhar Card, ABC ID Card, DEB ID Card, Affidavit (if required), and two passport size photographs.
Does Uttarakhand Open University (UOU) offer a certificate course in the Garhwali language?
Information regarding a certificate course in the Garhwali language is not available in the provided sources.
Sources
Written from the official UOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- Notice:Documents Verification and Counselling of MBA Applicants for seeking admission… uou.ac.in/…/6400
- Master of Business Administration MBA23 uou.ac.in/…/progdetail
- Click here to Apply for MBA Entrance 2026 online.uou.ac.in/…/UoUEMBAForm.aspx
- LOR issued by AICTE for MBA and MCA for the… uou.ac.in/…/1-11277795179.pdf
- 09 Feedback report of MBA learners uou.ac.in/…/feedback-mba-learners.pdf
- Instructions for Documents Verification and Counselling for MBA uou.ac.in/…/instdoc-078.pdf