Kakatiya University Distance Education, located in Warangal, Andhra Pradesh, conducts various UG, PG, diploma, and certificate courses in distance mode. Undergraduate courses: * BA, BCom (General & Computers) 3 years * BBA 3 years * BSc (Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science) 3 years * BLISc 3 years, MA (English, Political Science, etc.) 2 years, MCom, MSc (Mathematics, Psychology), MBA etc. Diploma and certificate programs are also offered, which usually last for 6 months to 1 year.
Admissions
The admissions for the 2025 academic session began in February, and the last date for applying is March 25, 2025. 10+2 or equivalent qualification or a relevant Bachelor’s degree is the eligibility criterion for undergraduate and postgraduate courses respectively. The admissions are online through the SDLCE official website.
In-Course Fees
Course Fees vary between INR 200 to INR 500. Annual tuitions range from INR 4500 to INR 9200 for undergraduates and INR 5000 to INR 15000 for postgraduates.
Kakatiya University Distance Education Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Period | Feb 24 – Mar 25, 2025 for UG, PG, Diploma & Certificate programs |
| Eligibility | - UG: 10+2 (45–50%) - PG: bachelor's (45–50%) - Diplomas/Certifications: 10+2 or graduation |
| Application Fee | ₹200–500 (one‑time) ₹200 concession for SC/ST/unemployed women; paid online only |
| Fee Payment | Done via online payment modes (cards/net banking/DD/SBI challan) |
| UG Programs & Fees | BA ₹4,500–4,100 B.Com ₹5,100–4,700 BBA ₹8,200–7,800 B.Sc ₹9,200–8,800 BLISc ₹8,200/yr |
| PG Programs & Fees | MA ₹6,000→₹5,600/yr M.Com ₹7,000→6,600 MSW ₹13,000→12,600 M.Sc ₹8,000–14,000→7,600–13,600 MCA ₹22,900 |
| Diploma/Cert. Fees | Diplomas ~₹5,400 Certificates ~₹4,400 Orientation/Cert programs ₹4,000–5,000 |
| Accreditation | UGC‑recognized; DEB‑approved (SDLCE); NAAC “A+” university as of June 2023 |
| Infrastructure | Multimedia studio, AIR collaboration, video conferencing, online grievance portal, discussion forums |
Kakatiya University Distance Education Admission Process
Below is the Kakatiya University (SDLCE/CDOE) Distance Education admission process (step by step) for the year 2025.
Step 1: Keep an Eye on Notifications & Admissions Period
- Monitor the formal acceptance public statement (like for February 2025 admission). Candidates are usually notified through the SDLCE/CDOE portal.
Step 2: Registration on the Portal
- Visit the SDLCE website, go to the Admission tab, and fill out their online registration form by signing up (using your email/phone).
Step 3: Choose Course & Study Center
- During Form Filling process, Choose Your Study Centre and Your Preferred Program(UG/PG/Diploma/Certificate).
Step 4: Upload Required Documents
- Passport size Formal Photograph
- Scan and upload documents such as 10th/12th mark sheets, as the case maybe.
- Graduation (for PG) certificates,
- ID proof, photos,
- caste/income certificate,
- TC/migration certificate as applicable.
Step 5: Pay Application Fee Online
- Fill out the details fee payment using debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI (or DD/challan for selected courses). Different payment options: ₹200 (UG), ₹250 (PG), ₹500 for some programs;
Step 6: Fill out the Form & Confirmation of Download
- Submit the form and take a copy of the confirmation/admission slip for future reference.
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Step 7: ABC‑DEB ID Requirement
- As per UGC‑DEB regulation, you need to register for the Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) ID / DEB ID for the 2025 intake and update it to the application.
Step 8: Merit/Eligibility Check
- Admission on merit (Except for a few courses where an entrance test is conducted) UG may need a KU (Kakatiya University) eligibility test or merit basis, or PG purely on the merit basis.
Step 9: Fee Payment for Course Registration
- Online processing of course enrollment payment fee through the portal (debit/credit card, net banking) post selection. Note: The Application is not complete without paying the application fee.
Step 10: Gather Study Material And Appear For The Orientation
- Materials are issued at the main/study centres; Orientation/PCP sessions are conducted as per schedule (weekends/holidays).
Step 11: Hall Ticket + Track Exam Dates
- Hall tickets will be available for downloading from the portal prior to exams, while exam schedules and instructions will be sent via SMS and also announced through the portal.
KU DDE UG Admission
- Visit Official Website – sdlceku.co.in.
- Sign up online: With your mobile/email to create an account on our portal.
- Applicable for UG Programs: BA, B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, BLISc.
- Upload Documents:
- 10th & 12th mark sheets
- Photo & signature
- ID proof (Aadhaar, etc.)
- Application Fee: ₹200 (SC/ST/women — exempted).
- Fill out and submit the form
- Eligibility test (If needed): Some UG programs have a university eligibility test.
- Acknowledgment slip for this downloads confirmation
- Pay Course Fee: Pay the Course Fee after selection (1st Year)
- Gain Study Material: Pick up at center or click on-line.
KU DDE PG Admission
- Visit the admission portal.
- Sign up online with your email and phone number.
- Choose PG Program: MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MSW, MCA, etc.
- Upload Required Documents:
- Degree mark sheets & certificates
- Photo, signature, ID proof
- Caste/income certificate (If required)
- Application Fee: ₹250–₹500 depending on program.
- Fill out Online Form: Fill it up correctly and completely
- Merit-based Admission: There is no entrance examination; selection is done on the basis of marks in UG.
- Save this receipt for your records PDF Download Confirmation.
- PG Course Fee Payment: Pay full or as per rules in installments.
- Courses in Orientation & PCP: Weekends/Holidays
Kakatiya University Distance Education Eligibility
UG Courses Eligibility (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, BLISc)
- 10+2 (Intermediate) pass from a recognized Board.
- BA/B.Com: Any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science).
- B.Sc: 10+2 Science (Physics/Chemistry/Math/Biology)
- BBA- 10+2 in any stream, with English as a distribution
- BLISc: Graduation (any discipline) Pass required.
PG Courses Eligibility (MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MSW, MCA, MLISc)
- Required to have a Bachelor’s Degree approved by authorized university.
- MA/M.Com: Graduate in a relevant or discipline.
- M.Sc: B.Sc. or equivalent degree in a related science subject.
- MSW: Graduate in any stream, but preferably social sciences.
- MCA: Graduation + Mathematics at 10+2 or degree level.
- MLISc: BLISc is the eligibility criterion.
Kakatiya University Distance Education Course Lists
| Course | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| Certificate: Library & Info Science | 4,000 |
| Certificate: Life & Communication Skills | 4,000 |
| Diploma: Computer Applications | 5,000 |
| Diploma: Guidance & Counselling | 5,000 |
| Diploma: Yoga | 5,000 |
| Orientation: Artificial Intelligence | 5,000 |
| Orientation: CPR | 5,000 |
| Orientation: Data Science | 5,000 |
| Orientation: Mimicry | 4,000 |
| UG – BA | 4,100 /yr |
| UG – B.Com (General) | 4,700 /yr |
| UG – B.Com (Computers) | 6,800 /yr |
| UG – B.B.A | 7,800 /yr |
| UG – B.Sc (Math/Stats/CS) | 8,800 /yr |
| UG – B.L.I.Sc. | 7,800 /yr |
| PG – M.A. (various first-year) | 6,000 /yr |
| PG – M.A. HRM (1st-year) | 8,100 |
| PG – M.Com | 6,600 /yr |
| PG – MSW | 12,600 /yr |
| PG – M.Sc (Mathematics) | 7,600 /yr |
| PG – M.Sc (Chemistry/Physics/Botany/Zoology) | 15,000 /yr |
| PG – M.Sc (Environmental Science) | 13,600 /yr |
| PG – M.Sc (Psychology) | 12,600 /yr |
| PG – M.C.A. | 22,500 |
| PG – M.L.I.Sc. | 10,100 |
How to Apply for Kakatiya University Distance Education
- Check Admission Window: From Feb. 24 to Mar. 25 2025, depending on the source for admission.
- Visit the Official Portal: Visit sdlce/kent.edu sdlce/kent.edu and click on the SDLCE/CDOE Homepage in the green box. com) and click then “Online Admission Registration”.
- Register & Login: Enter a few basic details (mobile/email), generate credentials, and login to explore the app.
- Fill Course Form: Click on UG/PG/Diploma/Certificate/Orientations day, and select your study center.
- Upload Documents
- Upload required documents (scanned copy: Photo, Signature, Aadhaar/ID Mark sheets, Degree certificates, Caste/income proof (if required), Migration certificate, ABC/DEB ID.
- Upload Certificates
- Note: In the portal, please complete the certificate upload step before you continue.
- Pay Application Fee
- Registration Fee: ₹400 For All Programs.
- Relaxations: Women, SC/ST, PWD candidates get ₹200 concession
- Only through Rupay debit card/credit card/internet banking.
- If you wish to accept this offer, submit & download slip.
- Complete your application and then download the confirmation slip/admission slip.
- Merit Evaluation: The selection is purely based on merit: UG could have an eligibility test for one or two programs; PG is only based on score in graduation.
- Pay Course Fee: Program Fee Payment After selection, program fee payment as shown below would be required (BA: ₹4,100/-, MA: ₹5,600/-, MCA: ₹22,500/-)
- Gather Materials & Go To Orientation—Your study center will send materials. After enrollment, there will be classes on orientation and weekend/holiday.
- Download Hall Tickets – the exam dates and centers are no longer announced through newspapers but only on the portals and through SMSs, and of course, you have to download your hall ticket from the same portal before your exams.
Required Documents
- Passport-size Photograph.
- Signature.
- Aadhaar Card.
- 10th Class (SSC) Marksheet & Certificate.
- 12th Class (Intermediate) Marksheet & Certificate.
Documents for UG Admission
- Migration/Transfer Certificate (if from another board/university).
- Caste Certificate (if SC/ST/BC – for fee concession).
- Income Certificate.
Documents for PG Admission
- UG Degree Certificate.
- UG Final Year Marksheet.
- Eligibility Certificate (if degree is from outside Telangana/AP).
- Caste Certificate.
FAQs
Q: What are the UG courses offered by SDLCE of Kakatiya University?
A: UG, PG, diploma, and certificate courses are available in arts, commerce, science, and education at KU.
Q: What is the criteria for a distance MBA at Kakatiya University?
A: For DBRANLU Distance MBA Admission, It is a graduate with 50% and qualification in the entrance test conducted by the University.
Q: What is the application fee for distance programs at KU?
A: The registration fee is approximately ₹300–₹500 (for courses).
Q: Is KU Sdlce is recognized by UGC-DEB?
A: Yes, the SDLCE is approved by the UGC-DEB.
Q: How do students learn through distance courses at KU?
A: Students read self-study materials, flow into PCP classes, and appear in offline examinations.
Q: Is there any provision for lateral entry?
A: Yes in some UG programs and PG programs, provided the candidate is eligible.
I am Prof. (Dr.) Ankur Saxena, an academician, education consultant, and mentor with over two decades of experience in the field of higher education and distance learning in India. My passion lies in empowering students by providing accurate, up-to-date, and unbiased information about online and distance education opportunities across India’s top universities.
