Question 1

Is an entrance exam required for all YCMOU programmes?

Accepted Answer

No. BA, B.Com, and BBA admit candidates on Class 12 merit alone with no entrance exam. MBA, B.Ed, BCA, and MCA require the YCMOU Common Entrance Test. MA, M.Com, M.Sc, and most other PG programmes are merit-based.

Question 2

What is the last date to apply at YCMOU for July 2026?

Accepted Answer

The last date for most UG and PG programmes in the July 2026 session is 31 July 2026. The MBA application closes on 15 July 2026. The B.Ed window closed on 27 June 2026 for this cycle.

Question 3

What is the pattern of the YCMOU MBA CET 2026?

Accepted Answer

The YCMOU MBA CET has 100 MCQs totalling 200 marks across six sections: Reading Comprehension (12 marks), Verbal Ability (20 marks), Numerical Ability (16 marks), Business Data Interpretation (24 marks), Business Application (16 marks), and Business Judgment (12 marks). Each correct answer earns 2 marks.

Question 4

Can I use my MAH MBA CET score for YCMOU MBA admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Candidates with a valid MAH MBA CET 2026 score are exempt from the YCMOU MBA CET. Apply using your MAH MBA CET scorecard during the online admission process. You do not need to pay the CET fee of INR 600 in this case. Confirm the minimum valid score in the official YCMOU MBA prospectus.

Question 5

Is the YCMOU degree valid for government jobs and higher studies?

Accepted Answer

Yes. YCMOU is UGC-DEB approved. Degrees from YCMOU carry the same recognition as regular university degrees across India. They are accepted for government recruitment, higher education applications, and overseas study.

Question 6

What are the application fees at YCMOU?

Accepted Answer

The registration fee is INR 200 for most UG programmes. The YCMOU MBA CET fee is INR 600. The B.Ed application fee is INR 1,000 for general category candidates and INR 500 for reserved category candidates from Maharashtra.

Question 7

Which students are eligible for YCMOU scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Reserved category students from Maharashtra are eligible for Post Matric Scholarships. Eligible groups include SC, ST, OBC, SBC, and VJNT candidates. Special fee concessions are also available for transgender candidates, children of farmer suicide victims, and visually impaired learners enrolling in the MBA programme.

Question 8

How many programmes does YCMOU offer?

Accepted Answer

YCMOU offers more than 60 programmes at UG, PG, diploma, and certificate levels. Popular programmes include BA, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, MBA, MCA, MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MLIS, and MJMC, along with several diploma and certificate courses in various fields.

Question 9

How can I find a YCMOU Learner Support Centre near me?

Accepted Answer

YCMOU operates Learner Support Centres across Maharashtra. Use the programme finder at ycmou.coderize.in to locate a nearby LSC for your chosen programme. Selecting an LSC is mandatory at the time of admission and determines where you access in-person academic support.

Question 10

Does YCMOU hold admissions twice a year?

Accepted Answer

Yes. YCMOU runs two admission sessions each year: January and July. If you miss the July 2026 last date of 31 July 2026, the next window is the January 2027 session. Watch the official website for January 2027 application dates.

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