ANDHRA UNIVERSITY
Andhra University (located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh) offers online / distance / online-degree programmes through its Centre for Distance & Online Education (or similar units).
These programmes are designed to allow flexibility: for working professionals, students in remote places, etc.
🎓 Programme Details and Eligibility
| Level | Course(s) | Duration | Eligibility |
| UG (Undergraduate) | B.Com (Accountancy), B.A (various social sciences) etc. | Usually 3 years (may have flexibility, spanning 3-6 years). | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board; minimum marks may be required for some courses. |
| PG (Postgraduate) | MBA (Online), MCA (Online), MA in sociology/political science/humanities, M.Com, MSc Psychology etc. | Typically 2 years (4 semesters). | Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; percentage criteria (often ~50%, 45% for reserved categories). |
💰 Programme Fees and Breakdown (Indian Students)
| Course | Total Fee (Indian Students) | Other Details / Breakdown |
| MBA (Online) | ~ ₹ 62,200 total for 2 years (4 semesters). | Application fee ~ ₹ 1,000; programme fee ~ ₹ 14,300 per semester; examination fee ~ ₹ 1,000 per semester. |
| MBA “Plus” Variant | ~ ₹ 80,600 total. | Intended for those wanting more components (e.g., extra live/doubt sessions). |
| MCA (Online) | ~ ₹ 76,200 total (4 semesters). | Semester 1 fee ~ ₹ 19,800; other semesters ~ ₹ 18,800 each. |
| Some PG Arts/Mass Comm etc. (e.g., MA, M.Com, MA Journalism) | In the range of ₹ 15,000 – ₹ 40,000 total depending on the subject. | Not specified. |
Learning mode: Mostly online via LMS (Learning Management System). Content includes recorded lectures, study materials, readings etc.
Live / real-time sessions: Some live interactive classes or webinars are included, though many components are asynchronous so students can access materials at their convenience.
Assessment / Exams: End-of-semester exams; internal assessments / assignments; in many cases examination fees are included in semester fee. Supplementary / re-appear exam fee per paper (for failed or missed) is small.
Flexibility: Students are often allowed a maximum duration longer than minimum for completing programmes (for example, a 2-year course might be allowed upto 4 years). This helps for those who need more time.