Which is the No 1 Open University in India?
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Top 35 Universities/ Institutes for Distance Learning in India
| University | City | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indira Gandhi National Open University | New Delhi |
| 2 | Yashwantrao C. Maharashtra Open University | Nashik |
| 3 | IMT Distance and Open Learning Institute | Ghaziabad |
| 4 | Sikkim Manipal University (SMU DDE) | Gangtok |
Is Ignou government or private?
IGNOU is run by the central government of India, and with total active enrollment of over 4 million students, claims to be the largest university in the world.
How many open universities are there in India?
There are at present 13 State Open Universities set up by the respective state grants. They are single-mode institutions, which means they provide education only in the distance’ mode. These universities cater to people who are unable to pursue regular courses due to various reasons.
How is a government university established in India?
Government Universities in India are established by an Act of Parliament or local legislative assembly act. UGC defines it as an academic institute established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, a Provincial Act or a State Act.
Which is the fifth Open University in India?
The Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) was established in July 1989. It is the fifth Open University in the country. The University offers several off-line programs and has also embarked on some innovative online initiatives.
Which is the first Open University in Madhya Pradesh?
Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University (MPBOU) was established under an Act of State Assembly in 1991 widi its headquarters situated at Bhopal. The National Policy of Education (NPE) 1986 emphasized that distance education is an important medium for the development and promotion of higher education.