Annamalai University Distance Education: Annamalai University, Centre for Distance and Online Education, has opened its admission window and is accepting applications for the 2026- 27 academic year. The university currently provides admission in undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), diploma and certificate programs in ODL mode. It offers programs in the field of humanities, management, science, commerce, IT and more.
Annamalai University CDOE does not conduct any entrance test to provide admission, eligible applicants can take admission on the basis of their merit grade of the last qualifying examination. The last date of submitting the application form for PG and BFA programmes is 25th March 2026, and for the other programs is 25 March 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website of the university by paying INR 118 to INR 295 as an application fee. Read the entire article for detailed information.
Highlights of Annamalai University Distance Education
| Particulars | University Details |
| University Name | Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) of Annamalai University |
| Type of University | 1979 |
| Establishment Year | Government University |
| Mode of Education | Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Mode |
| Application Fee | INR 118
INR 295 for MBA, and M.Sc CS |
| Programme in Offered | UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate |
| Selection Criteria | Merit- Based |
| Admission Last Date | 25th March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://audde.in/ |
About Annamalai University Distance Education
Annamalai University, Center for Distance & Online Education (CDOE) is a government university, located in Tamil Nadu. The university was established in 1979. The CDOE is approved by University Grants Commission (UGC) and Distance Education Bureau (DEB). It also has an accreditation from NAAC with an A+ grade. The university’s aim is to provide distance education to those who are unable to receive education in regular mode due to financial difficulties or location barriers. The university has started its journey with only undergraduate and postgraduate programs and now it offers diploma, certificate and grade programmes.
Annamalai University Distance Education Admission 2026
Annamalai University Distance Education has started their registration process for the 2026- 27 academic year. Candidates can apply for UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate courses at the university. The courses offered include BFA in Music, Dance, MA, M.Sc, MBA,M.Com and many more. Students who have passed their 10+2 can apply for UG courses and who are holding a valid bachelor’s degree can pursue PG courses.
Students will be selected on the basis of their academic performance of the final qualifying examination, without appearing for any entrance test. Students who have met the eligibility criteria, can apply for admission through the official website. During the online procedure applicants have to pay INR 118 to INR 295 for registration.
Annamalai University Distance Education Courses List
Annamalai University offers 40+ UG, PG, Certificate and Diploma courses through the Centre of Distance and Online Education in ODL mode. Below are the detailed lists of programmes offered by the university.
Undergraduate Programmes
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance – Bharathanatyam
- B.F.A Music – Vocal
- B.F.A Music –Violin
- B.F.A Music – Mridangam
Postgraduate Programmes
- Master of Arts in (English, Economics, History, Tamil)
- Master of Science (M.Sc) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Commerce (M.Com)
- Master of Fine Arts in (Vocal, Violin etc)
Diploma Programmes
- Diploma in Computer Applications
- Diploma in English Journalism
- Diploma in Mass Communication
Certificate Programmes
- Certificate in Front Desk Operations
- Certificate in Spoken English
- Certificate in Office Management
Annamalai University Distance Education UG Admission 2026
Admission for undergraduate (UG) courses is currently ongoing at Annamalai University CDOE for 2026- 27 academic year. The university offers only a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Music and Dance. To be eligible for these UG programmes, candidates must pass their higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent in any discipline from a valid board.
Students can take admission directly without clearing any entrance examination. The minimum duration of these UG courses is 4 years and the programs offered in both English and Hindi medium. The fee of UG courses starts between INR 7,000 to INR 7,500 per year.
Annamalai University Distance Education: PG Admission 2026
Annamalai University Distance Education has started the admission process for its all postgraduate (PG) courses. Candidates who have completed their Bachelor’s degree from a certified university, can easily apply for any PG programmes. While for the M.Sc specializations, applicants need to have studied science subjects at their graduation level.
The duration of PG courses is 2 years which consists of 4 semesters. Eligible candidates can seek direct admission to any program without qualifying for any entrance test. An average fee of Master’s degree courses starts from INR 4,500 to INR 18,000 which depends on the specialization.
Eligibility Criteria for Annamalai University Distance Education
For UG Courses: To be eligible for UG programs, all students must complete their 12th grade in any stream from a valid board of education. Students are also required to secure a minimum of 45% to 50% aggregate marks at 12th grade. However the selection process is based on merit score, so students do not have to appear for any entrance test.
For PG Courses: To pursue Master’s degree programs from Annamalai University Distance Education, applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in any relevant discipline from an accredited university. Eligible and interested applicants can easily take admission on the basis of their previous merit score without qualifying for any entrance exam.
Annamalai University Distance Education Admission Process
Annamalai University CDOE is currently accepting applications for its all UG, PG, certificate and diploma programmes. Candidates who are interested, must apply online before the end date. Make sure you have created your DEB ID before applying at the portal. DEB ID is very important for registration. Follow below mentioned steps to fill your application form.
Step.1 Visit Admission Portal: Go to the official admission portal of Annamalai University CDOE (https://audde.in/eAppn26.php)
Step.2 Registration: Enter your DEB ID, name, phone number, email address and enter your desired programme name.
Step.3 Log In: If you have already registered use your ID and password to log in back (if needed).
Step.4 Fill Application Form: Fill out your required personal information, contact information, educational details etc.
Step.5 Documents Required: Upload some necessary documents including your photographs and scanned signature.
Step.6 Check Form: Carefully check all the details filled in the application form before making payment.
Step.7 Pay Fee: Pay the applicable registration fee online using Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card or Credit Card.
Step.8 Take Printout: After paying fee, take a printout of the application fee and fee receipt for further processing.
Documents Required
Once the online application process is completed, applicants need to submit some important documents at their nearby learning center. Below mentioned the list of documents.
- Degree / Provisional Certificate for PG courses (Original & Photostat Copy)
- Mark sheets 10th, 11th and 12th (Original & Photostat Copy)
- Transfer Certificate (Original & Photostat Copy)
- Community Certificate (Original & Photostat Copy)
- Aadhaar Card (Original & Photostat Copy)
- Recent Passport-size Photographs
- Payment receipt
Fee Structure of Annamalai University Distance Education
Annamalai University CDOE offers several programs at UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate levels through open and distance learning modes. The fee structure of this university is quite affordable compared to other government universities. While the university charges some additional fees like online registration fee, project fee, exam fee, eligibility fee, etc. Candidates can pay their fees in instalments per year. Below is the detailed fee structure.
| Programme Name | Programme Fee (per year) |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts (Vocal, Veena, Violin,Mridangam) | INR 7,000 |
| Master of Arts (MA) | INR 4,500 |
| Master of Science (M.Sc) Mathematics | INR 5,000 |
| M.Sc Chemistry | INR 18,000 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | INR 17,000 |
| Master of Computer Science | INR 14,000 |
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Contact Details
Director Centre for Distance and Online Education Annamalai University
Annamalainagar – 608 002 Tamil Nadu
Mobile : 8807010881 / 8807013211
E-mail: auddegrievance@gmail.com
