| Updated On - Jul 6, 2026
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University has opened admissions for the July 2026 session. Candidates can apply online at ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac for UG PG Diploma and Certificate programmes offered in English and Marathi.
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) has opened its July 2026 admission session. Candidates can apply online at the official portal, ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac. The window covers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma and Certificate programmes. Applications are open in both English and Marathi mediums.
YCMOU is Maharashtra's state open university based in Nashik. It delivers distance and online education across the state. The July cycle is one of two annual intakes.
YCMOU July 2026 Admission Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) |
| Session | July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Portal | ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac |
| Programme Levels | UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate |
| Medium of Instruction | English and Marathi |
| Registration Fee | Rs 200 (non-refundable) |
Programmes on Offer This Session
YCMOU has opened admissions across four broad programme categories. Learners can choose from a wide bouquet of courses. The B.Ed. Special Education intake for 2026-29 is also live.
| Programme Level | Indicative Streams |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Arts, Commerce, Science, Computer Applications |
| Postgraduate | Arts, Commerce, Science, Management |
| Diploma | Skill and Vocational Diplomas |
| Certificate | Short-Term Skill and Language Certificates |
| Special Education | B.Ed. Special Education (HI / VI / ID) 2026-29 |
How to Apply for YCMOU July 2026 Session?
YCMOU has set up two separate application portals. The correct link depends on the applicant's PRN status. New candidates use one link, older learners use another.
| Candidate Type | Application Portal |
|---|---|
| New Students or PRN starting with 25 / 26 | ycmouadm.dulive.ac |
| Existing Students with PRN starting with 20 | ycmouoa.digitaluniversity.ac |
Applicants must register with valid personal and academic details. Payment is accepted via net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. Learners should download the prospectus before filling the form.
Who Should Consider a YCMOU Programme?
YCMOU is aimed at learners who need flexible study options. This includes working professionals, homemakers and rural students. It also serves candidates in remote parts of Maharashtra. Dual-language delivery makes courses accessible to Marathi-medium learners.
YCMOU is among India's oldest state open universities. It was established in 1989 to widen higher education access. The July intake runs alongside the January admission cycle.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official portal at ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac and read the prospectus.
- Check eligibility for your chosen UG, PG, Diploma or Certificate programme.
- Keep scanned marksheets, ID proof and a passport photo ready.
- Choose the correct application portal based on your PRN status.
- Pay the registration fee online through the payment gateway.
- Submit the completed application and download the acknowledgement copy.
Watch the YCMOU portal for the final application deadline. Also track updates on entrance-based programmes such as MBA, MCA and B.Ed.
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