About Pt. Sundarlal Sharma (Open) University Chhattisgarh
Pt. Sundarlal Sharma (Open) University is Chhattisgarh’s state open university at Bilaspur, offering distance UG, PG, B.Ed and diploma programmes since 2005.
Pt. Sundarlal Sharma (Open) University was set up in 2005 as the state open university of Chhattisgarh, with its campus on Koni-Birkona Marg in Bilaspur. It teaches through distance learning, which suits working adults and students in remote districts. Programmes include B.A, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA and B.Ed at the undergraduate level, and M.A, M.Sc, M.Com and MSW at the postgraduate level, along with DCA, D.El.Ed and PG diplomas. Admission to most courses is based on marks in the qualifying exam. NAAC graded it A+ in 2023.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Distance | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Distance | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Distance | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Distance | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Distance | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Distance | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Distance | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Direct
Diploma, UG and PG admissions are given on the basis of marks in the qualifying exam. Students register on the university website, fill the form, upload documents and pay the fee online. For 2026 the window opened on 1 July and closed on 15 September 2026.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A+ (valid until 2028-04-21)
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Other colleges in Bilaspur
D.P. Vipra College, Bilaspur
Government E. Raghavendra Rao PG Science College
C.M. Dubey Post Graduate College, Bilaspur
Government Bilasa Girls Post Graduate Autonomous College, Bilaspur
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Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur
Frequently asked questions
Is PSSOU a distance learning university?
Yes. It is the state open university of Chhattisgarh and teaches through distance mode.
What is the NAAC grade of PSSOU?
A+ with a CGPA of 3.28, valid until 21 April 2028.
Is there an entrance test for PSSOU admission?
Most diploma, UG and PG courses admit students on the basis of qualifying exam marks.
Sources
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Information verified on 12 Oct 2026
- PSSOU Bilaspur - Careers360 · Editorial, accessed 12 Oct 2026
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