KSOU - Karnataka State Open University Mysore Answered Questions

The Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) admissions are conducted in two sessions. The university accepts applications for BCom admission twice a year. The registrations for the first admission session, i.e. the January cycle, commence in January. The admission process for the January cycle continues till March. The second admission session takes place between July and September. The exact admission dates relating to a BCom at KSOU vary from year to year and are notified by the university through its official website.

KSOU offers three BSc courses in the ODL mode. These courses include a BSc in Home Science, a BSc in IT and a BSc (General). The BSc (General) is offered in the following 13 subject combinations:Physics, Chemistry, MathematicsPhysics, Mathematics, Computer ScienceBiochemistry, Botany, ZoologyChemistry, Botany, ZoologyBiochemistry, Botany, MicrbiologyChemistry, Botany, MicrobiologyBiochemistry, Microbiology, Food Science and NutritionChemistry, Zoology, Environmental ScienceBiochemistry, Zoology, Environmental ScienceChemistry, Botany, Environmental Science Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental ScienceBiochemistry, Botany, Environmental Science Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science

Once the KSOU application form has been submitted, it will be examined by the university's admission committee. The admission committe will verify the uploaded documents. Based on the fulfiment of the eligibility, the university will communicate the final admission decision to the applicants through their registered mobile number. If selected, the university will provide you further information regarding allotment of study centre and other details for induction. Candidates who receive an approval from the university after the document verification must confirm their admission by submitting the course fee applicable to them.

Yes, KSOU offers dual-degree programmes where candidates can pursue two ODL courses simultaneously. Candidates can even pursue one regular degree along with an ODL course of KSOU. However, this does not apply to the PhD programmes. The dual-degree programme was approved by UGC in 2022 and KSOU was the first university in the state to adopt it.

Yes, Bachelor of Science (BSc) is available at Karnataka State Open University (KSOU).  The programme is offered in the Open & Distance Learning (ODL) mode. The minimum duration of the programme is three years and the maximum duration is five years. KSOU BSc courses include a BSc (General), a BSc in IT and a BSc in Home Science. Eligible candidates are provided direct admission to the programme. Interested candidates can apply for the programme by visiting the official website of the university.

Admission to the KSOU MBA programme is solely based on merit. However, merit is determined by the performance of candidates in their last qualifying examination. Candidates should have obtained a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least an aggregate of 50% marks, or 45% in the case of SC/ST candidates. Those having less than the prescribed minimum percentage of marks shall have at least three years of relevant supervisory, managerial, or professional experience. Admission of the candidates will be selected on the basis of the entrance examination.

Yes, students purusing a BSc at KSOU are eligible for scholarships if they belong to the SC/ST/OBC category. These scholarships are provided in the form of fee reimbursement by the Social Welfare Department. Candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC category have to pay the BSc fee at the time of admission. Later, they can apply for a reimbursement of the paid fee on the State Scholarship Portal. Additionally, BSc students who are BPL Holders (Women), Defense & Ex-servicemen, Auto/Cab Drivers & their families, and KSRTC/BMTC/KKRTC staff are provided a fee concession of 10% on the tuition fee.

KSOU offers a BSc in Information Technology is the ODL mode. Admission is provided to candidates who are eligible as per the following eligibility criteria:II PUC Science from Karnataka State Pre University Board with Mathematics/Statistics/Accountancy as one of the subjects, OR, Class 12/PUC in the stream of Science from any other recognised board, OR, Three-year Polytechnic/Diploma (CS/IT/EC/EE/IS)/Diploma with Mathematics as one of the core subjects or equivalent

KSOU Mysore offers the BCom programme with a majorly distant and online mode of education so that there can be flexibility for students in pursuing studies with other engagements. The BCom course duration is three years. Courses would be delivered through live lectures and recorded sessions so that there will be continuity in engagement and accessibility for students. The university also provides study material to students enrolled under its BCom programme.

According to student reviews in Shiksha, the BCom placement scenario at KSOU Mysore is still a mixed bag of opinions. The college has provided placements primarily through two companies, Greet Technology and Lore Technology, both of which offer quite competitive salaries up to INR 12,000 per month for freshmen. However, the number of recruitment opportunities available still seems scanty. That notwithstanding, an encouragingly large 87% got placed. The highest package went up to INR 45,000, with an average of INR 35,000. Also, banking companies like SBI and Union Bank were the major recruiters, and a significant number of students got internships in those companies. Students should focus on developing their abilities so that they are employable in this highly competitive job market.