PSOU Admission 2026: Courses, Eligibility and Fees
Admissions are open for the July 2026 session at Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University (PSOU), Patiala. The last date to submit applications for the July 2026 session is 10 October 2026. Students can apply for various postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma, and certificate programmes offered across distance learning disciplines.
Key facts
| Current Admission Session | July 2026 Session |
|---|---|
| July 2026 Session Deadline | 10 October 2026 |
| Admission Helpline | 9463082523 |
| Admission Email | admission.helpline@psou.ac.in |
| Postgraduate Duration | 2 Years |
| Undergraduate Duration | 3 to 4 Years |
| Diploma Duration | 1 Year |
| Certificate Duration | 6 Months |
July 2026 Admission Schedule and Important Dates
Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University has announced admissions for the July 2026 academic cycle.
PSOU has not published detailed course-wise fee structures and specific eligibility marks for general undergraduate and postgraduate programmes on its website as of 02 October 2026. Applicants must refer to the admission helpline for fee confirmations.
PSOU Admission Schedule (July 2026 Cycle)
| Event / Activity | Session Details | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Status | July 2026 Session | Open |
| Last Date of Admission | July 2026 Session | 10 October 2026 |
| PhD Admission Schedule Notification | 2025-26 Session | 15 September 2026 |
Programmes Offered and Course Durations
PSOU offers postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma, and certificate courses across multiple disciplines. You can review the PSOU offered programmes list to see all streams available.
Note that B.Com. Digital and B.A. Liberal Arts apply only to previous batches admitted up to the January 2024 admission cycle.
Academic Programme Levels and Durations
| Programme Level | Example Courses Offered | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Degree | M.Sc. (Computer Science), M.Com, M.A. Punjabi, M.A. English, M.A. (Economics) | 2 Years |
| Undergraduate Degree | BCA (Honours), Bachelor of Arts, B.Com (Hons.) (Accounting and Taxation) | 3 to 4 Years |
| Diploma Programmes | Diploma in Computer Applications, Cyber Security, Research Methods and Techniques, Translation, Creative Writing and Content Development | 1 Year |
| Certificate Programmes | Certificate in English Proficiency, Digital Marketing, Basic Computer Education, Soft Skills and Leadership Development | 6 Months |
Mandatory ABC ID Creation Procedure
All students seeking admission must generate an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) ID before registering.
- Go to the ABC Portal (abc.gov.in) and sign in using your DigiLocker credentials, or register an account on DigiLocker if you do not have one.
- Sign in to your DigiLocker account and click on Search Documents.
- Select Academic Bank of Credits under the Education section.
- Click on ABC ID Card and select Get Document.
- Download your generated ABC ID Card from the Issued Document section.
Ph.D. Programme Admissions
PSOU offers Ph.D. admissions through a separate Samarth admission portal. Candidates interested in doctoral studies can access the Ph.D. admission portal for specific updates.
- Admission Schedule for PhD Programme posted on 15 September 2026.
- Ph.D. Fee Structure and UGC Public Notices are published on the doctoral portal.
- Coursework examinations and datesheets are notified periodically by the university.
Admission Enquiry and Support Helpline
Students can submit general enquiries directly on the PSOU main admission page by filling out the online form or reaching out to the admission cell.
- Admission Helpline Phone: 9463082523
- Examination Helpline Phone: 9530741524
- Admission Email: admission.helpline@psou.ac.in
- Campus Address: Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, C/28 Lower Mall, Patiala, Punjab, 147001
Important PSOU links
| What you can do | Official page |
|---|---|
| Check July 2026 admission status and form | psou.ac.in/beta/admission |
| View full list of PSOU courses | www.psou.ac.in/beta/courses |
| Access PhD programme admission portal | psouadm.samarth.edu.in/phd/index.php/site |
| Access PSOU student login portal | student.psou.ac.in/Login |
| Contact university helpdesk and administrative offices | www.psou.ac.in/beta/contact_us |
Official documents (PDF)
- Prospectus (Academic Session 2025-2026) PDF — Prospectus for academic session 2025-2026 containing course details
- Academic Calendar (Degree/ Diploma Programme) (2023-24) PDF — Academic calendar for degree and diploma programmes
- View — Admission PDF — PCP schedule for MA English and diploma programmes
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for PSOU admission in the July 2026 session?
The last date for admission for the July 2026 cycle is 10 October 2026.
What is the duration of degree, diploma, and certificate courses at PSOU?
Postgraduate degrees are 2 years long, undergraduate degrees are 3 to 4 years, diploma courses take 1 year, and certificate courses take 6 months.
How can I contact the PSOU admission helpline?
You can call the admission helpline at 9463082523 or email admission.helpline@psou.ac.in.
How do I create an ABC ID for PSOU admission?
Sign in to DigiLocker, search for Academic Bank of Credits under the Education section, click Get Document, and download your ABC ID card.
Are B.Com. Digital and B.A. Liberal Arts available for new July 2026 applicants?
No, B.Com. Digital and B.A. Liberal Arts courses are applicable only to previous batches admitted up to the January 2024 admission cycle.
Sources
Written from the official PSOU pages and documents below, as read on 2 October 2026.
- Admission Helpdesk | Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala psou.ac.in/…/admission_helpdesk
- 202302091209200d6bfd4a57.pdf psou.ac.in/…/202302091209200d6bfd4a57.pdf
- Admissions psou.ac.in/…/admission
- Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open psouadm.samarth.edu.in/…/site
- B.com. Digital (applicable Only To All Previous Batches Upto January )0)4 Admission Cycle www.psou.ac.in/…/b.com.-digital–1applicable-only-to-all-
- B.a. Liberal Arts (applicable Only To All Previous Batches Upto January )0)4 Admission Cy www.psou.ac.in/…/b.a.-liberal-arts–1applicable-only-to-a
- Admission admissions.psou.ac.in
- Programmes www.psou.ac.in/…/courses