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State Open University is recognized by the University Grants Commission under (Open and Distance Learning) Regulation 2017.

UGC ODL Regulation – 2017

The University Grants Commission has published Regulation governing Open Distance Learning (ODL) Regulations under Section 26(1) read with Clause (j) of Section 12(5) of the UGC Act, 1956 in the official Gazette of India dated 23.06.2017. The Regulation is mandatory and has to be followed by all the institutions offering education through Open and Distance Learning mode. The UGC has directed to adopt concept of schools in the academic governance of the University. The KSOU is recognized by the UGC and strictly adheres to all the norms as specified in the regulation.

Under part 8(V) of the UGC ODL notification July -2017, PG Diploma/Diploma/Certificate Courses, approved by the statutory authorities/bodies of the HEI and the deliveries conforms with the standard do not require the approval from the regulatory body. The KSOU has developed the courses and obtained the approval from the Academic Council and the Board of Management (statutory authorities/bodies). The deliveries also conforms with benchmark of the apex body.