Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
UGC-DEB listed
- AICTE
- NAAC A++
- Total fee
- ₹10,800
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
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Online BAFees, eligibility and universities
Online BA (Bachelor of Arts) is a 3-year undergraduate degree you can study online or in distance (ODL) mode. JJM lists it at 26 universities, with indicative total fees from ₹10,800 to ₹1.31 L.
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Total fee
- ₹10,800 – ₹1.31 L
- Universities
- 26
- Specialisations
- 12
Universities offering Online BA
26 programmes, lowest fee first. Tap “Add to compare” to shortlist up to 4.
Online and distance degrees from Indian universities must be entitled by UGC-DEB. Every university on this page appears in the official UGC-DEB list for this programme.
Shivaji University Distance Education
Maharashtra
UGC-DEB listed- NIRF
- NAAC A
- Total fee
- ₹11,190
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Distance
Gujarat University Online
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
UGC-DEB listed- NIRF
- NAAC
- Total fee
- ₹18,000
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
UGC-DEB listed- AICTE
- NIRF
- +1 more
- Total fee
- ₹18,750
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Jamia Millia Islamia Online
New Delhi, Delhi
UGC-DEB listed- AICTE
- NIRF
- +1 more
- Total fee
- ₹21,600
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU)
Muradabad, Uttar Pradesh
UGC-DEB listed- Total fee
- ₹21,600
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Aligarh Muslim University Online
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
UGC-DEB listed- AICTE
- AIU
- +2 more
- Total fee
- ₹27,000
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Mangalayatan University Online
Beswan, Uttar Pradesh
UGC-DEB listed- AICTE
- AIU
- +4 more
- Total fee
- ₹31,000
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Kuvempu University Online
Shimoga, Karnataka
UGC-DEB listed- NIRF
- NAAC A
- Total fee
- ₹36,000
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Mode
- Online
Online BA fees at a glance
Sort by fee or university. Tap a university for its full fee breakdown.
Sort:
| Per semester | Duration | Mode | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University | Total fee₹10,800 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Shivaji University Distance Education | Total fee₹11,190 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeDistance |
| Gujarat University Online | Total fee₹18,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Manonmaniam Sundaranar University | Total fee₹18,750 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Jamia Millia Islamia Online | Total fee₹21,600 | Per semester₹3,600 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU) | Total fee₹21,600 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Aligarh Muslim University Online | Total fee₹27,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Mangalayatan University Online | Total fee₹31,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Kuvempu University Online | Total fee₹36,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Panjab University Distance Education | Total fee₹40,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeDistance |
| Guru Kashi University Online | Total fee₹43,200 | Per semester₹7,200 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Bharathidasan University Online | Total fee₹45,800 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Uttaranchal University Online | Total fee₹61,200 | Per semester₹10,200 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Desh Bhagat University Online | Total fee₹66,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Vivekananda Global University Online | Total fee₹72,000 | Per semester₹12,000 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Kurukshetra University Online | Total fee₹72,661 | Per semester₹12,661 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Mody University Online | Total fee₹75,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Sikkim Manipal University Online | Total fee₹75,000 | Per semester₹12,500 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Manav Rachna University Online | Total fee₹1,02,000 | Per semester₹17,000 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University | Total fee₹1,02,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Maharshi Dayanand University Online | Total fee₹1,05,000 | Per semester— | Duration2 Years | ModeOnline |
| Amity University Online | Total fee₹1,15,000 | Per semester₹19,200 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Jagannath University Online | Total fee₹1,20,000 | Per semester— | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| LPU Online | Total fee₹1,20,000 | Per semester₹20,000 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Parul University Online | Total fee₹1,20,000 | Per semester₹20,000 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
| Chandigarh University Online | Total fee₹1,31,250 | Per semester₹21,875 | Duration3 Years | ModeOnline |
Indicative fee as of 3 Nov 2026. Confirm on the university's official website before paying.
Online BA specialisations
Each specialisation page lists only the universities that offer it.
Eligibility and duration
The most common requirements across these universities. Each programme page has its exact rules.
- Passed their 10+2 from a recognized Education Board
- Scored minimum passing marks in the qualifying examination
- No age restriction is set for the students applying for the online BA program
- Class 12th or equivalent or three years Diploma course from a recognized institution after Class 10 or PTC pass from a recognized institution or two or more years recognized course of ITI after Class 10
Duration
- 3 Years25 universities
- 2 Years1 university
About Online BA
What is an online BA?
An online BA (Bachelor of Arts) is a three-year undergraduate degree in humanities and social sciences. Depending on the university, you study a combination of subjects such as English, history, political science, economics and sociology.
Who is it for?
- Students after 12th from any stream.
- Working learners who need a degree for promotion or government exams.
- Exam aspirants who want a flexible degree alongside preparation.
What to check before you choose
- UGC-DEB approval for the BA programme and your admission session.
- Which subject combinations are offered.
- The total fee and exam arrangements.
Careers after Online BA
Common directions learners take. Outcomes depend on your experience and effort; no programme guarantees a job.
Government exams
A degree is the entry requirement for many central and state exams.
Content, customer and administrative roles
Work in communication, support and office roles.
Future MA, B.Ed or MBA student
Build a base for higher studies.
Online BA: questions answered
What is the fee for Online BA?
Across the 26 universities with a published fee on JJM, the indicative total fee for Online BA ranges from ₹10,800 to ₹1,31,250. The lowest listed fee is at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University. We collected these fees on 3 Nov 2026; confirm the current fee on the university’s website.
How long does Online BA take?
Most universities list a duration of 3 years. Some list 2 years. Many also allow extra time to finish if you need it; check the programme page for each university.
Who can apply for Online BA?
Common requirements include: Passed their 10+2 from a recognized Education Board; Scored minimum passing marks in the qualifying examination. Eligibility differs by university, so check the programme page before you apply.
Is an Online BA valid in India?
Yes, when the university is entitled by UGC-DEB to offer it in that mode for your admission session. UGC treats such degrees as equivalent to the same degree studied on campus. Every university listed for Online BA on JJM appears in the official UGC-DEB list; still confirm your exact session on deb.ugc.ac.in before paying.
Which universities offer Online BA?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Shivaji University Distance Education, Gujarat University Online, Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Jamia Millia Islamia Online and 21 more. See the full list with fees on this page.
What specialisations are available in Online BA?
Popular choices on JJM include English, Political Science, Sociology, History, Economics, General, and 6 more. Availability varies by university.
Need help choosing Online BA?
Talk to a JJM counsellor. It’s free, and there is no pressure to enrol.