MumbaiMU IDOL

University of Mumbai, Institute of Distance & Open Learning - [IDOL], Mumbai

Mumbai, MaharashtraDistance EducationEstd 1857 Mumbai University, Mumbai
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About MU IDOL

Mumbai University IDOL (Mumbai University, Institute of Distance and Open Learning) is a department of distance education at Mumbai University. It is the 7th university in the country that began the Distance Education Program in a conventional setup. IDOL Mumbai University offers various courses at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels in the streams of Humanities, Science and Technology, Commerce & Management, Inter-disciplinary, etc. 

Admission to all UG and PG courses (except MMS & MCA) is granted on the basis of marks obtained in the last qualifying examination (Merit-based). For MMS & MCA admissions, candidates are required to appear for the entrance exam conducted by the respective department.

Mumbai University IDOL Courses and Fees

Mumbai University IDOL offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and PG Diploma courses in multiple disciplines. Course-wise eligibility, selection criteria, and fees is mentioned below in the table:

Courses Course Details Total Fees
BA Eligibility: 10+2 in the relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
INR 10,835
B.Com Eligibility: 10+2 in the relevant discipline
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
INR 10,835
M.Com Eligibility: B.Com / BMS/BBI/BAF degree from a recognised university/institute
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
INR 11,255
MCA Eligibility: Graduate in any stream with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category) and Mathematics at 10+2 or higher level
Selection Criteria: Entrance Exam conducted by the respective department
INR 48,875
M.Sc Eligibility: B.Sc Degree in relevant discipline from a recognised university/institute
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
INR 12,515 
MA Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant stream from a recognized university
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
INR 11,255
PG Diploma Eligibility: Graduation in any stream
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
INR 17,625

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Mumbai University IDOL Admission

The application form for all programs offered by MU IDOL is available on the official website of Mumbai University. The application fee varies for different programs. Candidates who wish to apply for any program are required to fulfill the complete eligibility criteria prescribed by the university. The minimum eligibility for UG courses is class 12 with not less than 50% marks while for master’s programs, applicants must have a graduate degree in a relevant discipline with at least 50% of the marks. Ph.D. admissions are considered on the basis of a valid qualifying marks and a university-based entrance test followed by the personal interview session. There is a relaxation of 5% marks for reserved category candidates SC/ ST/ OBC.

Selection is done on the basis of marks obtained in the last qualifying examination. Shortlisted candidates are called for the document verification process.

Mumbai University IDOL Faculty

  • Dr. Dhaneshwar Harichandan
    • Designation: I/C Director and Professor in Education, IDOL
    • Qualification: MA, MPS, M.Phil, and Ph.D.
  • Mr. Anil Bankar
    • Designation: Faculty-In-Charge and Associate Professor cum Assistant Director in History.
    • Qualification: MA and B.Ed
  • Dr. Santosh Rathod 
    • Designation: Assistant Professor cum-Assistant Director in English.
    • Qualification: MA and Ph.D.
  • Mrs. Rajashri Pandit
    • Designation: Assistant Professor cum- Assistant Director in Economics.
    • Qualification: MA and LLB
  • Dr. Naresh Tambe
    • Designation: Assistant Professor in Psychology
    • Qualification: MA and Ph.D.
  • Dr. Ajit Patil
    • Designation: Assistant Professor in Geography
    • Qualification: MA
  • Dr. Sandhya Garaje
    • Designation: Assistant Professor in Hindi
    • Qualification: MA and Ph.D.
  • Mrs. Manisha Bankar 
    • Designation: Assistant Professor in Marathi 
    • Qualification: MA

Mumbai University IDOL Scholarship

Mumbai University, Institute of Distance and Open Learning (Mumbai University IDOL) provide the scholarship to eligible candidates. Government Scholarship is available in some courses for the reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/VJ-NT/SBC). Interested and eligible applicants can submit their application through the Social Welfare website while ST students can apply through the Tribal Welfare Dept. website.

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Mumbai University IDOL Facilities

Hostel:

In order to give home-like accommodation facilities for the outstation students, the university has 7 hostels as accommodation facilities.

Library:

The library possesses more than 1,190 manuscripts in Arabic, Persian, and Urdu and about 7,418 in Sanskrit and allied languages. There are a total of 7,51,837 books in total, 14,904 textbooks and 11,168 reference books, 6,99,208 Book Titles, 631 total journals in which are 270 Indians whereas are 361 foreign and many more.

Mumbai University IDOL FAQs

Ques. Do the students of IDOL, Mumbai University get the same degree as the regular students?

Ans. Yes, the weightage given to both the degrees is the same. When students with Mumbai University’s IDOL degree go out to look for a job, the degree is considered the same as a regular degree. There is an advantage of pursuing a course from MU’s IDOL, students can complete their course as well as do their job simultaneously. The only thing that they need to do is be in regular touch with the teachers or a guide through Personal Contact Programs (PCP) of Mumbai University IDOL.

Ques. Can I get admission to Mumbai University IDOL if I have already secured admission at an MU affiliated college?

Ans. Yes, you may secure admission to IDOL no matter if you are already admitted to MU affiliated college. What is required is the cancellation of admission from the previous institute.

  • Cancel admission.
  • Take NOC
  • Take online admission
  • Submit transfer certificate to your college which they will send directly to IDOL.

Ques. What is the first half and second half in Mumbai University Idol?

Ans. In Mumbai university Idol, there are two-semesters- winter semester and summer semester. The first half is the winter semester which starts in November and the second half is the summer semester which starts at the end of the winter semester in the month of April.

Ques. What are the courses offered at Mumbai University, Institute of Distance & Open Learning (IDOL)?

Ans. Mumbai University IDOL offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including BA (Bachelor of Arts), B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science), B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce), MA (Master of Arts), M.Sc. (Master of Science), MCA (Master of Computer Application), M.Com (Master of Commerce). It also offers PG Diploma with a duration of 2 years.

Ques. What are the recognitions of Mumbai University, Institute of Distance & Open Learning (IDOL)?

Ans. Mumbai University, Institute of Distance & Open Learning (IDOL) is approved by University Grants Commission (UGC) – Distance Education Board, and National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

Ques. Does Mumbai University IDOL offer scholarship facilities?

Ans. Yes, Mumbai University, IDOL provides the scholarship to eligible and deserving candidates. Government Scholarship is available for some courses for the reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC/VJ-NT/SBC).

Ques. How are the placement opportunities at Mumbai University IDOL?

Ans. The placement opportunities at Mumbai University IDOL are good. Some of the top companies that participate in Institute of Distance & Open Learning (IDOL), University of Mumbai placement are Cognizant, SMS Infosystems, Novo Medi Sciences Pvt. Ltd., D-Mart, SmartConnect Technologies, etc. The highest salary offered is 6 LPA.

Ques. Who can apply for the BA program at Mumbai University IDOL?

Ans. Students who have passed 10+2 exam or 3-year diploma from a recognized university or board can apply for the BA program at Mumbai University IDOL.

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MU IDOL Fees & Eligibility

Part time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
M.Com
1 Course
8,517 (1st Year Fees) Graduation22 May - 19 Jun 2024
M.A
12 Courses
8,517 - 14,767 (1st Year Fees) Graduation22 May - 19 Jun 2024
MCA
1 Course
17,827 (1st Year Fees) Graduation-
B.Com
1 Course
5,495 (1st Year Fees) 10+225 May - 11 Jun 2024
M.Sc
3 Courses
8,367 - 15,017 (1st Year Fees) Graduation22 May - 19 Jun 2024

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Courses Offered By MU IDOL 2024

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Streams :
GeneralComputerEconomicsEnglishInformation TechnologyPsychologyPolitical ScienceHistorySociologyMathematicsMarathiHindiEducation ManagementRural DevelopmentGeographyFinanceHuman Resources ManagementJournalismMarketingPublic Relations
Degree :
M.AM.ScBAMCAB.ScB.ComM.M.SM.Com
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Master of Arts [MA] 
1st Yr Fees:₹8,517 - 14,767
12 Courses2 Years Part Time

Eligibility:

Graduation

Application Date:

22 May - 19 Jun 2024
Master of Science [M.Sc] 
1st Yr Fees:₹8,367 - 15,017
3 Courses2 Years Part Time

Eligibility:

Graduation

Application Date:

22 May - 19 Jun 2024
Bachelor of Arts [BA] 
1st Yr Fees:₹5,495
11 Courses3 Years Part Time

Eligibility:

10+2

Application Date:

25 May - 11 Jun 2024
1 Courses2 Years Part Time

Eligibility:

Graduation
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] 
1st Yr Fees:₹14,995 - 17,695
2 Courses3 Years Part Time

Eligibility:

10+2

Application Date:

25 May - 11 Jun 2024

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MU IDOL Faculty

Basic Information about the Faculty of MU IDOL

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Prof.(Dr.) D. T. Shirke
Dr. Dattatraya Murumkar
Professor
Dr. Yojana Bhagat
Assistant Professor
DR.VANDANA MAHAJAN
Professor
Dr. Smt. Laxmi S.Mikaelyan
Professor
Dr. Shivaji D. Sargar
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Prof. (Dr.) Shafi M. Shaikh
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Dr. Sunita Magre
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Dr. (Mrs) Renu Modi
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Dr. Sanjukta Sattar
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Vidyanagari, Kalina, Santacruz East
Mumbai - 400098
Maharashtra, India
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