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TNOU Course & Fees 2026

TNOU Course & Fees 2026

Updated on 12 January 2026

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Shreyansh Singh

Shreyansh Singh

Shreyansh Singh

Shreyansh Singh

Updated on 12 January 2026

Explore Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) courses and fees, with programs ranging from ₹1,750 to ₹43,500.

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Courses15/15

Stream:

Degree:

Bachelor of Arts (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹4,300/year

6 Specializations

3 Years

Annual Fee

₹4,300/year

ELIGIBILITY

10+2

Specializations

Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Tamil Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Political Science Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Economics Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Sociology Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in English Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in History

Specializations

Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Tamil Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Political Science Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Economics

Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in Sociology Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in English Bachelor of Arts (Part Time) in History

Diploma (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹1,750 - ₹8,500/year

15 Specializations

1 Year

Annual Fee

₹1,750 - ₹8,500/year

ELIGIBILITY

10+2

Specializations

Diploma (Part Time) in Archaeology and Epigraphy Diploma (Part Time) in Fashion Design and Technology Diploma (Part Time) in Nutrition And Health Education Diploma (Part Time) in Design Diploma (Part Time) in Early Childhood Education Diploma (Part Time) in Journalism Diploma (Part Time) in Beauty Treatment Diploma (Part Time) in Acupressure Therapist Diploma (Part Time) in Industrial Fitter Diploma (Part Time) in Media Art Diploma (Part Time) in Tourism Management Diploma (Part Time) in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Diploma (Part Time) in Vehicle Mechanic Diploma (Part Time) in Silambam Diploma (Part Time) in Wildlife Tourism

Specializations

Diploma (Part Time) in Archaeology and Epigraphy Diploma (Part Time) in Fashion Design and Technology Diploma (Part Time) in Nutrition And Health Education Diploma (Part Time) in Design Diploma (Part Time) in Early Childhood Education Diploma (Part Time) in Journalism Diploma (Part Time) in Beauty Treatment Diploma (Part Time) in Acupressure Therapist

Diploma (Part Time) in Industrial Fitter Diploma (Part Time) in Media Art Diploma (Part Time) in Tourism Management Diploma (Part Time) in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Diploma (Part Time) in Vehicle Mechanic Diploma (Part Time) in Silambam Diploma (Part Time) in Wildlife Tourism

Master of Arts (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹4,650 - ₹5,800/year

6 Specializations

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹4,650 - ₹5,800/year

Specializations

Master of Arts (Part Time) in English Master of Arts (Part Time) in History Master of Arts (Part Time) in Political Science Master of Arts (Part Time) in Sociology Master of Arts (Part Time) in Tamil Master of Arts (Part Time) in Criminology And Police Administration

Specializations

Master of Arts (Part Time) in English Master of Arts (Part Time) in History Master of Arts (Part Time) in Political Science

Master of Arts (Part Time) in Sociology Master of Arts (Part Time) in Tamil Master of Arts (Part Time) in Criminology And Police Administration

Ph.D (Part Time)

Annual Fee

null - ₹43,500/year

16 Specializations

4 Years

Annual Fee

null - ₹43,500/year

ELIGIBILITY

Post graduation

Specializations

Ph.D (Part Time) in Botany Ph.D (Part Time) in Chemistry Ph.D (Part Time) in Computer Science Ph.D (Part Time) in History Ph.D (Part Time) in Criminology Ph.D (Part Time) in Drama, Films and New Media Ph.D (Part Time) in Physics Ph.D (Part Time) in Sociology Ph.D (Part Time) in Zoology Ph.D (Part Time) in Tamil Ph.D (Part Time) in Education Ph.D (Part Time) in English Ph.D (Part Time) in Electronics Ph.D (Part Time) in Management Ph.D (Part Time) in Geography Ph.D (Part Time) in Political Science

Specializations

Ph.D (Part Time) in Botany Ph.D (Part Time) in Chemistry Ph.D (Part Time) in Computer Science Ph.D (Part Time) in History Ph.D (Part Time) in Criminology Ph.D (Part Time) in Drama, Films and New Media Ph.D (Part Time) in Physics Ph.D (Part Time) in Sociology

Ph.D (Part Time) in Zoology Ph.D (Part Time) in Tamil Ph.D (Part Time) in Education Ph.D (Part Time) in English Ph.D (Part Time) in Electronics Ph.D (Part Time) in Management Ph.D (Part Time) in Geography Ph.D (Part Time) in Political Science

Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹10,450/year

2 Specializations

1 Year

Annual Fee

₹10,450/year

ELIGIBILITY

Graduation

Specializations

Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time) in Psychological Counseling [PGDPC]Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time) in Psychological Counseling

Specializations

Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time) in Psychological Counseling [PGDPC]

Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time) in Psychological Counseling

Bachelor of Business Administration (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹5,550/year

2 Specializations

3 Years

Annual Fee

₹5,550/year

ELIGIBILITY

10+2

Specializations

Bachelor of Business Administration (Part Time) in General Bachelor of Business Administration (Part Time) in General

Specializations

Bachelor of Business Administration (Part Time) in General

Bachelor of Business Administration (Part Time) in General

Bachelor of Commerce (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹4,300/year

2 Specializations

3 Years

Annual Fee

₹4,300/year

ELIGIBILITY

10+2

Specializations

Bachelor of Commerce (Part Time) in General Bachelor of Commerce (Part Time) in General

Specializations

Bachelor of Commerce (Part Time) in General

Bachelor of Commerce (Part Time) in General

Bachelor of Computer Applications {Lateral} (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹10,300/year

1 Specialization

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹10,300/year

Specializations

Bachelor of Computer Applications {Lateral} (Part Time) in General

Specializations

Bachelor of Computer Applications {Lateral} (Part Time) in General

Bachelor of Education (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹35,550/year

2 Specializations

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹35,550/year

ELIGIBILITY

Graduation

TOTAL SEATS

1000

Specializations

Bachelor of Education (Part Time) in General Bachelor of Education (Part Time) in Special Education [Learning Disability]

Specializations

Bachelor of Education (Part Time) in General

Bachelor of Education (Part Time) in Special Education [Learning Disability]

Bachelor of Science (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹6,800 - ₹7,800/year

3 Specializations

3 Years

Annual Fee

₹6,800 - ₹7,800/year

ELIGIBILITY

10+2

Specializations

Bachelor of Science (Part Time) in Chemistry Bachelor of Science (Part Time) in Botany Bachelor of Science (Part Time) in Mathematics

Specializations

Bachelor of Science (Part Time) in Chemistry Bachelor of Science (Part Time) in Botany

Bachelor of Science (Part Time) in Mathematics

Bachelor of Social Work (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹10,100/year

1 Specialization

3 Years

Annual Fee

₹10,100/year

ELIGIBILITY

10+2

Specializations

Bachelor of Social Work (Part Time) in General

Specializations

Bachelor of Social Work (Part Time) in General

Master (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹7,300/year

1 Specialization

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹7,300/year

ELIGIBILITY

Graduation

Specializations

Master (Part Time) in Social Work [MSW]

Specializations

Master (Part Time) in Social Work [MSW]

Master of Business Administration (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹13,300/year

6 Specializations

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹13,300/year

ELIGIBILITY

Graduation

Specializations

Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in General Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Human Resource Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Information Technology Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Marketing Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Finance and Leadership Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Operations and Project Management

Specializations

Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in General Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Human Resource Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Information Technology

Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Marketing Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Finance and Leadership Master of Business Administration (Part Time) in Operations and Project Management

Master of Commerce (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹5,800/year

2 Specializations

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹5,800/year

Specializations

Master of Commerce (Part Time) in General Master of Commerce (Part Time) in General

Specializations

Master of Commerce (Part Time) in General

Master of Commerce (Part Time) in General

Master of Science (Part Time)

Annual Fee

₹6,300 - ₹11,300/year

5 Specializations

2 Years

Annual Fee

₹6,300 - ₹11,300/year

Specializations

Master of Science (Part Time) in Psychology Master of Science (Part Time) in Zoology Master of Science (Part Time) in Botany Master of Science (Part Time) in Mathematics Master of Science (Part Time) in Physics

Specializations

Master of Science (Part Time) in Psychology Master of Science (Part Time) in Zoology Master of Science (Part Time) in Botany

Master of Science (Part Time) in Mathematics Master of Science (Part Time) in Physics

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Frequently Asked Questions

The BTech fee at Tamil Nadu Open University is Rs 37.10 lakhs for the 4-year program (Rs 9.275 lakhs per year). This fee includes tuition and other components as specified by the university. The fees are subject to change and are based on the official information available as of 2025/2026.

The MBA fee at Tamil Nadu Open University is Rs 5.1 lakhs for the 2-year program (Rs 2.55 lakhs per year).

The popular courses at Tamil Nadu Open University are B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, M.Tech in Information Technology, B.Com, and M.Com. The B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering is a 4-year course, while the M.Tech in Information Technology is a 2-year program, both starting in 2025. The B.Com and M.Com programs are 3-year and 2-year courses respectively, also commencing in 2025.

The postgraduate courses at Tamil Nadu Open University include MTech (2 years), MBA (2 years), MSc, MA, MCA, and PhD programs.

The scholarships at Tamil Nadu Open University include the Alumni Endowment Scholarship worth Rs 10,000 for students showing high proficiency in studies. Additionally, the university offers a Fee Waiver Scholarship worth up to Rs 50,000 for students from economically weaker sections. Eligibility for these scholarships is determined based on academic performance and financial need.

The undergraduate programs at Tamil Nadu Open University include Bachelor of Technology (BTech) for a 4-year duration, Bachelor of Engineering (BE) for 4 years, Bachelor of Science (BSc) for 3 years, Bachelor of Arts (BA) for 3 years, Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) for 3 years, and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) for 3 years.

Popular Courses

Bachelor of Arts (Part Time)

Diploma (Part Time)

₹1,750 - ₹8,500/Year

Master of Arts (Part Time)

₹4,650 - ₹5,800/Year

Ph.D (Part Time)

null - ₹43,500/Year

Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time)

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