Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (KKHSOU) Guwahati Answered Questions

Both the IGNOU and KKHSOU, Assam are recognised distance learning universities but IGNOU holds a little more recognition than KKHSOU. While IGNOU has over 3 million students in its fold, KKHSOU has only one Lacs students. While IGNOU has much more diverse programmes – more than 200 courses are available, KKHSOU has approximately 50 courses. Moreover, IGNOU established a larger network of the study center consisting of over 3000 study centers in whole of the India as compared to KKHSOU having merely 500 study centers. However, Relative to IGNOU, KKHSOU has comparatively lower programme fee range of INR 10000 to 44000 INR against the fees range of INR 10000 to 60000 INR of IGNOU.

Considering self employment and employment opportunities for working professional, the course that one should opt for from KKHSOU, Assam is the MBA programme. This programme aims at improving the managerial skills and knowledge and the total cost for the programme is 44000 Rupees. The programme can be completed after four semesters that take two years of the learner's time. The programme is available as a distance learning program, and as such, it is favourable among working persons. There is a credit structure of 96, and on the top of it there is a projects cost of INR 1,200 in the 4 th semester only. The programme is recognised by UGC and AICTE and therefore affords working professional the kind of value that can make a difference in their CV.

The candidates must have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination from any recognised Board/University for the Candidates seeking graduation at KKHSOU, Assam and minimum marks criteria is 40% for general category students and for SC/ST/OBC/ PWD candidates it is 35%. However, candidates who offer a Diploma course in Engineering/Technology or two-year Diploma in any field in a recognised Polytechnic/Institution should also apply. The university also provides direct entry into 3rd semester for Diploma holder with an overall fee structure ranging from 30,800INR to 44,000 INR.

As some of the characteristics of BCA course at KKHSOU, Assam, it is noteworthy that to qualify to join the programme candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream – Vocational Stream inclusive – from any Council/ University approved by UGC. The last two were formed through political influences, there are no entrance test and Merit based admission system. It is an UG programme spanning four years in Open and Distance Learning Mode; total programme cost is forty-four thousand rupees, inclusive of a project fee of one thousand two hundred rupees in the 8th semester. It is INR 300 to fill the application form for admission and the closing date for submitting the application is on January 31, 2025 

KKHSOU Assam even offers numerous other courses such as BCom, BBA, BCA, BA English, Education, Philosophy, History, Sociology, Political Science, Economics and Assamese and the total programme fee varies between INR 30800 to INR 66000 . They also provide post graduate with MA in Assamese, English, Education, Social work, MBA, MCom, MSc in IT & Mathematics etc. for total cost of the programme costs between INR 24600 to INR 66000 ³? ? Also, they offer Diploma and Certificate courses in different disciplines of which Computer Science costs a total of Rs.22000 . 

KKHSOU, Assam is known to be less expensive university and a number of them being currently offered at reasonable costs. The total programme fees for various courses are as follows: Undergraduate courses: BCom- INR 30,800/-, BBA- INR 44,000/-, BCA- INR 44,000/-. Postgraduate courses: MA -INR 24,600/-to INR 44,000/-, MCom-INR 34,400/-. Secondly, there are Diploma and certificate courses at an affordable price range from INR 10,000 up to INR 22,000 for a course offered by the University. Having established the profile of KKHSOU Assam, we can conclude that the university provides quality education at a relatively low cost hence, can accommodate student from all over the country.

Yes, the Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (KKHSOU) in Assam offers free online courses through its platform, KKHSOU Online. These courses cover various subjects and are designed to provide accessible education to a wide audience.To explore the available free courses, you can visit the  official website. There, you'll find a list of courses along with details on enrollment and course materials.Please note that while the courses are free, some may require registration or have specific prerequisites. It's advisable to review the course details on the official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

The Fee Structure for KKHSOU, Assam is as follows:-BA - INR 9,000 (Duration: 3 Years)B.M.M - INR 21,000 (Duration: 3 Years)PGD - INR 7,500 to 20,000 (Duration: 1 Year)MBA - INR 15,775 (Duration: 2 to 3 Years)MA - INR 12,000 (Duration: 2 Years)MCA - INR 24,000 (Duration: 3 Years)M.Sc - INR 16,000 (Duration: 2 Years)MHRDM - INR 20,000 (Duration: 1 Year)Certificate - INR 4,000 to 19,000 (Duration: 60 minutes to 3 Years)The above-mentioned fees are the latest updated ones by the college. And are only for The First Year, the amount may change for the second year if the college decides to do so.

The admission process for MBA at KKHSOU in Assam is as follows:Should have minimum of 45% for reserved category and 50% for general category.Apply online via official website of KKHSOU by filling the application form.A list is prepared based on eligibility criteria.Pay the fees and get into your course 16500 per semester and 1200 for project fee in last semester