"Is Nalanda Open University Degree valid?"

"Nalanda Open University is centrally recognized and approved by the IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi. The university was legally founded in the year 1987 by the Bihar Parliamentary Act. Therefore, a degree from NOU, Patna is valid."

"What is the last date for admission to Nalanda Open University 2024?"

"The last date to apply for admission to Nalanda Open University is 31 July 2024. Interested candidates need to submit relevant documents of previous qualifications to complete the application process for admission. Admissions are open to various courses."

"Is Nalanda University and Nalanda Open University same?"

"No, both of them are very different from each other. While Nalanda University is referred to ancient university established somewhere around the 5th century, Nalanda Open University, Patna is a much recent (1987) attempt to provide distant learning for those who could not take up formal education. However, the name of this distant learning university is an inspiration form the ancient Nalanda University."

"What is the fee structure of NOU?"

"The fee structure of the courses depends on what course a candidate selects. It mostly ranges between Rupees 1700-12000 per year as per the course chosen."

"How to join Nalanda Open University?"

"To secure admission to NOU, a candidate needs to fill out the online application form and submit additional documents of previous qualifications. The documents serve as a prerequisite for admission and an evidence of age for admission to the selected course."