Overview

* **Full Name:** School of Open Learning, University of Delhi
* **Mode:** Distance / Open Learning with optional study-centre contact programmes
* **Recognition:** University Grants Commission-DEB (UGC-DEB)
* **Affiliation:** University of Delhi
* **Learning Style:** Self-paced study materials, online resources, and classroom interaction at study centres
* **Admission Basis:** Merit (UG) and merit/CUET-PG (for some PG courses)

SOL is ideal for students who want a **DU degree without regular on-campus attendance** and for those preparing for competitive exams or juggling jobs.

 Courses & Specializations

###  Undergraduate (UG) Courses

SOL offers a range of UG programmes — mostly in Arts, Commerce, Business, and related streams:

| **Course**             |         **Duration** | **Eligibility** | **Total Fees (Approx.)** |

| BA Programme                  | 3 years | 10+2 pass with ~40–45% |             ₹26,610 | |
| BA (Hons): English             | 3 years | 10+2 with ~45–50%         |             ₹26,610 | |
| BA (Hons): Economics       | 3 years | 10+2 with ~45% (incl. Math ) |        ₹26,610
| B.Com / B.Com (Hons)      | 3 years | 10+2 with ~40–45% |                     ₹26,610 | |
| BBA (FIA)                           | 3 years | 10+2 with ~60% (incl. Math) |        ₹1,05,000 | |
| BMS                                   | 3 years | 10+2 with ~60% (incl. Math) |         ₹1,05,000 |

###  Postgraduate (PG) Courses

| **Course** |                                            **Duration** | **Eligibility** | **Total Fees (Approx.)** | |

| MA (Hindi / Sanskrit / History / Pol. Sci.) | 2 yrs | Bachelor’s with ~50% | ₹30,000 | |
| M.Com                                                     | 2 yrs | B.Com or equivalent with ~50% | ₹30,000 | |
| MBA (Distance / Executive)                     | 2 yrs | Bachelor’s with ~50% | ₹1,05,000 |

⚠️ For **PG admission 2025**, SOL uses **CUET-PG scores** as a primary criterion with merit fallback for those without scores. ([The Times of India][5])

Eligibility Criteria**

### Undergraduate

* Completed **10+2** from a recognised board.
* Minimum **40–45% aggregate** (varies by course and category).

### Postgraduate

* Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with **~50% aggregate**.
* CUET-PG may be required/considered for many PG programmes in 2025.

Detailed Fee Structure (2025)**

SOL’s fees are structured to be accessible, though **recent hikes have drawn student criticism** for rising costs without proportional improvements in student resources.

###  UG Fee Highlights

| **Course** | **Annual Fee (Approx.)** | **Total (3 yrs)** | |

| BA / B.Com          | ₹7,820–₹8,320          | ₹~26,600 | |
| BA Programme with Computer App or Psychology | ₹10,820 | Indicative | |
| BMS / BBA (FIA) | ₹1,05,000 (total) | ₹1,05,000 |

### PG Fee Highlights

| **Course** | **Annual Fee (Approx.)** | **Total (2 yrs)** | |
| MA / M.Com | ₹~15,000 | ₹~30,000 | |
| MBA | ₹~52,500 per year | ₹~1,05,000 |

Fees generally include examination components, and category-wise concessions are possible.

Placements 2025 

Unlike regular DU colleges that publish detailed yearly placement reports, SOL’s **placement outcomes are more modest and varied** — largely because distance learners pursue jobs independently or via DU’s **Central Placement Cell (CPC)**, not through traditional campus drives.

Placement Snapshot (2025)

| **Metric** | **2025 (Indicative)** | |
| ----------------------- | -------------------------------------- | ------------------- |
| Placement Rate            | ~15–50% students securing roles | |
| Average Package          | ₹2.5–₹4 lakh per annum | |
| UG Typical Package     | ₹2.5–₹4 lakh | |
| Highest Reported (rare) | ₹5–₹6 lakh for some UG streams | |
| PG / Professional Roles | Varies widely; some report ~₹3–₹6 lakh |

Recruiters & Opportunities

SOL students **can participate in DU CPC-organised job fairs and placement drives**, where companies like **HCL, TCS, Wipro, ICICI Bank, Genpact, Concentrix**, etc. have appeared historically.

How to Apply (2025-26)

1. **Visit the Official SOL Admission Portal** – Start new registration.
2. **Fill in Personal & Academic Details** – Class 12 or Graduation marks, category, etc.
3. **Upload Required Documents** – IDs, mark sheets, photos.
4. **Pay Application & Tuition Fees** Online.
5. **Track Merit Lists / CUET Scores** – UG merit and PG CUET-based lists.
6. **Confirm Admission** – Verify documents and accept seat.

Typical deadlines for UG and PG admissions in 2025 were in **January and August 2025** respectively, with merit lists closing around those times. -

Student Experience & Extra Perks**

* **Study Material:** Printed & online. Students can deduct fee if they choose online only.
* **Library & PCP:** Access to SOL library and optional personal contact programs.
* **Sports Policy:** SOL now provides fee waivers for noted athletes.
* **Scholarships:** Merit and income-based concessions exist.

 Final Take

If your goal is to earn a **legitimate DU degree while balancing life commitments**, SOL is a strong contender — especially in arts, commerce, and business streams.

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