UGC-DEB approved
The university is approved by UGC-DEB, with AICTE and NCTE recognition for relevant programmes.

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Why U.P Rajarshi Tandon Open University
Reasons learners look at UPRTOU for distance study.
The university is approved by UGC-DEB, with AICTE and NCTE recognition for relevant programmes.
Programmes in humanities, arts, science, commerce, finance and engineering at several levels.
Centres in Lucknow, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Kanpur, Agra, Meerut and other cities.
Scholarships for female students, merit-based awards and support for economically weaker sections.
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Overview
Uttar Pradesh Rajarshi Tandon Open University, known as UPRTOU, is a government open university in Prayagraj (Allahabad). It was established in 1999.
If you search for Uttar Pradesh Rajarshi Tandon Open University admission or courses, this page gives you the essentials. It covers programmes, approvals, exams, admission steps and support. Use it to judge whether distance study here fits your plans.
The university offers UPRTOU courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate and graduate diploma level. Subject areas include humanities, arts, science, commerce, finance and engineering.
Popular routes people compare are BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA, B.Sc, MBA, MCA, M.Com, MA and M.Sc. Programme availability changes by session, so check the programme pages before applying.
For UPRTOU admission, visit the official university website and register. Use the credentials you receive to open the online application form.
Fill in the details, attach the required documents and pay the fee. Under UGC guidelines you also need an ABC ID and a DEB ID.
Intakes run twice a year, July to August and January to February.
Internal assessment carries about 20 to 30 percent of the marks in a semester. It is done through assignments, quizzes and other activities. The end-term examination carries 70 to 80 percent.
Study centres are located in Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Bareilly, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Agra, Jhansi, Kanpur, Ayodhya and Azamgarh.
Fees differ by programme. They are designed to suit working professionals and learners in remote areas.
The university does not offer loans or EMI. It lists scholarships for female students, merit-based scholarships and scholarships for economically weaker sections.
The university has a placement department that runs placement drives and skill sessions. Recruiter names listed by the university include Amazon, Flipkart, HP, Infosys, Microsoft and TCS.
Outcomes are not guaranteed and depend on your profile.
Explore the programme pages to compare courses, eligibility and fees. You can also ask a CareerBhavan counsellor for admission guidance.
Placements
Figures below are as stated by the university and are not a placement guarantee.
1999
Year established
12
Study centres
7
Recruiters listed
3
Approvals
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Fees & scholarships
Fees depend on the programme. Confirm the current fee for your course with a counsellor.
Varies by programme. Ask a counsellor for the current figure.
The university does not offer loans or EMI.
Scholarships for female students, merit-based and economically weaker sections.
UGC guidelines provide for a fee refund within a specified period. Ask a counsellor for details.
Campus life
U.P Rajarshi Tandon Open University's campus in Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh offers study centres in 12 uttar pradesh cities, online registration and application form, open and distance learning mode and more.
Amenities
Facilities students can expect at this institute. Confirm programme-specific access with a counsellor.
How to apply
Simple steps to start your journey.
Intakes
January | July
Application Time
10–15 mins
Documents Required
Academic + ID proof
Ensure you meet the basic eligibility for your chosen program.
Fill out the application form with accurate academic details.
Submit scanned copies of academic records and certificates.
Complete payment through secure online methods.
Receive confirmation by email and begin onboarding.
Learner proof
What 5 learners said about U.P Rajarshi Tandon Open University.
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Common questions about U.P Rajarshi Tandon Open University: admissions, fees and outcomes.
Study centres are located in Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Bareilly, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Agra, Jhansi, Kanpur, Ayodhya and Azamgarh. Choose the centre nearest to you for support with study material, assignments and examination queries.
Register on the official university website, use the credentials you receive to open the online application form, fill in your details, attach documents and pay the fee. You also need an ABC ID and DEB ID. Intakes run twice a year, July to August and January to February.
Yes. The university is a government open university approved by UGC-DEB, with AICTE and NCTE recognition for relevant programmes. Before you apply, confirm that your chosen programme appears in the current approval list for the session you plan to join.
The university does not offer loans or EMI, but it lists scholarships for female students, merit-based scholarships and scholarships for economically weaker sections. Eligibility and amounts can change each session, so ask a counsellor or the university before you apply.
Contact details of the university are: • Address: Rajarshi Tandon Open University-Prayagraj (UPRTOU) • Toll free Number(s): 1800 120 111 333 • Mail: [email protected]
UPRTOU courses cover undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate and graduate diploma levels in humanities, arts, science, commerce, finance and engineering. Popular choices include BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA, MBA, MCA, M.Com and MA. Check the programme pages for current availability.
Each semester has internal assessment worth about 20 to 30 percent, through assignments, quizzes and activities, and an end-term examination worth 70 to 80 percent. Watch the university notices for exam forms, dates and centres.
Fees differ by programme and are set to suit working professionals and learners in remote areas. Because amounts change by session, ask a CareerBhavan counsellor or check the university notice for the current fee of your course before you pay.
The university has a placement department that runs placement drives and skill enhancement sessions. Recruiter names listed by the university include Amazon, Byjus, Flipkart, HP, Infosys, Microsoft and TCS. Outcomes are not guaranteed and depend on your profile.
UGC guidelines provide for a full fee refund if a learner withdraws within a period set by the university. Dates and conditions can change each session, so confirm them with the university or a CareerBhavan counsellor before paying.
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