Master of Arts [MA]
Fees
Fees at Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University for the Bachelor of Arts [BA] program range from approximately Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 3,200 per year, which includes library fees, examination fees, and administrative fees. Registration fees are typically around Rs. 1,000. Some reports indicate annual fees of up to Rs. 5,000.
Tuition for the general category is about Rs. 3,200, while students from certain categories, such as Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes, can benefit from exemptions and scholarships. Scholarships and financial aid opportunities are available based on merit and need, although specific amounts are not detailed. For economically weaker sections and female students, education may be free, and government-sponsored schemes like post-merit scholarships are accessible.
Fee increases have been minimal and consistent with open university standards.
About Master of Arts [MA]
MA at YCMOU is a 2-year Part Time PG Degree. The course is offered in 13 specializations. The most popular specializations include Economics, History, Marathi.
The total MA Fees at YCMOU for 2025 - 2026 academic year is ₹ 13,202 - 31,770.
To be eligible for the YCMOU MA program, candidates must have passed Graduation (or equivalent).
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