KSOU - Karnataka State Open University Mysore Answered Questions

Yes, KSOU offers a BCom programme in the (Open & Distance Learning) ODL mode. The minimum duration of the programme is three years and the maximum duration is five years. Eligible candidates are provided direct admission to the programme. Interested candidates can apply for the programme by visiting the official website of the university.

Karnataka State Open University BSc admissions are conducted in two sessions. Candidates planning to pursue a BSc at KSOU can apply for the programme either in the January cycle or the July cycle. The registrations for the first admission session, i.e. the January cycle, commence in January and continue till March. The second admission session takes place between July and September. The exact admission dates vary from year to year and are notified by the university through its official website.

The BCom course offered at KSOU is three-year long. It follows an annual pattern. The curriuculm is based on a credit system where each subject carries certain credit points. Each credit is of 30 hours of study comprising of all learning activities such as studying the self-learning material, participating in the counseling/contact classes, preparing assignment, visiting library/industry/institution, interacting through audio-visual related issues and preparing for exams. In addition to the core subjects related to the field of commerce, students must choose two language subjects. Additionally, they must study Indian Constitution, Human Rights and Environmental Studies (ICHR&ES) in the first year and Computer Applications in the second year.

Candidates belonging to any one of the following three categories are exempt from paying fees at KSOU:TransgendersBlind Candidates (Except for MBA & B.Ed)Children from families deceased in Covid-19 To avail of the fee exemption, candidates must submit suitable documents supporting their eligibility. Addionally, SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for fee reimbursement from the Social Welfare Department. Applications for fee reimbursement can be submitted on the State Scholarship Portal.

Yes, final year students can apply for admission renewal at KSOU Mysore. The university accepts applications twice a year, in January and June.  To apply for admission, you can:Go to the KSOU Mysore websiteClick on the admission portalFill out the application form 

KSOU curriuclum comprises various subjects related to accountancy, management, and business. Some subjects included in the KSOU BCom curriculum are listed below:Business Organization and ManagementFinancial Accounting Income TaxBusiness LawCost and Management AccountingComputer in BusinessAuditingCorporate AccountingComputer in BusinessFinancial Markets and Services

KSOU BSc eligibility critera vary across the BSc specialsations offered at the university. The following table presents the eligiblity criteria for KSOU's BSc (General) course:KSOU BSc SpecialisationsEligibility CriteriaBSc (General)II PUC Science (PCMB/PCME/PCMC/CBZH/PCBH) from Karnataka State Pre University Board, OR, Class 12/PUC from any other recognised boardBSc (General) in subject combinations including Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Food Science and NutritionII PUC Science (PCMB/PCME/PCMC/CBZH/PCBH) from Karnataka State Pre University Board, OR, Class 12/PUC from any other recognised board, OR, Diploma in Health Inspector offered by the Government of Karnataka or other State Governments

Submitting the documents proving the eligibility of applicants is an important step in the KSOU application process. The following documents shall be submitted by the applicants seeking admission to the BSc programme:Photocopy of SSLC/Class 12 mark sheetPhotocopy of mark sheet of PUC or its equivalentSC/ST caste certificate (if applicable)BPL card (in case of women candidates)Income certificate (if applicable)Aadhaar CardTwo stamp size and two passport size photos should be submitted at the time of verification

KSOU provides direct admission to the applicants who meet the preset eligibility criteria. Interested candidates can submit an online application by visiting the KSOU Online Admission Portal. The steps included in the KSOU BSc application process are listed below:Step 1: Click 'New Registration' KSOU Online Admission PortalStep 2: Fill out the registration form and generate login credentials.Step 3: Your username will be instantly sent to you via e-mail or SMS. Use the username to log in.Step 4: Fill out the application form with the required details, and upload your photo, signature & required documents.Step 5: Submit the processing fee.Step 6: After the online document verification, submit the KSOU BSc fee for the first year.Step 7: Report at the Regional Center for original document verification and study material collection.

Yes, BSc admissions at KSOU for the July cycle are currently ongoing. Interested candidates can submit online applications by visiting the university's official website. Before applying, they must ensure that they are eligible for admission and have the necessary documents to prove their eligibility. The last date to apply for BSc admission for the July cycle has not been announced yet. The last date will be as per the UGC guidelines. The admissions are expected to continue till the end of September 2024.