Annamalai University Distance Education MBA Admission 2025

Annamalai University’s Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) offers an MBA program for the academic year 2025-26. Admissions will be starting soon while the expected  last date to apply is tentatively July 31, 2025. The application fee typically ranges from INR 125, varying slightly by program. The annual fees for the MBA program can range from INR ₹14,500 to INR ₹17,000, with the total program fee around INR 64,000. The common eligibility criterion is a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks with a 5% relaxation for some reserved categories. Admissions are generally merit-based by considering previous academic qualifications.

About university: Established on January 1, 1929, Annamalai University is a prominent public state university located in Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, India. Governed by the Government of Tamil Nadu (with the Governor as Chancellor), it offers a vast array of courses across ten faculties, including Arts, Science, Indian Languages, Engineering & Technology, Education, Fine Arts, Agriculture, Medicine, and Dentistry. It provides various undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, diploma, and certificate programs, catering to diverse academic interests.The university operates on a semester pattern, and mandatory Personal Contact Programs (PCPs) are an integral part of the curriculum.

Annamalai University Distance Education Highlights

Why choose Annamalai Distance MBA?

Annamalai University Distance Education MBA program is an excellent choice due to its long-standing history in distance education since 1979, offering proven success for “lakhs of learners.” The program holds strong academic credibility with an ‘A+’ NAAC grade and UGC-DEB recognition. It provides significant flexibility, allowing students to learn at their own pace, complemented by convenient compulsory Personal Contact Programs on weekends. The structured curriculum, including internal assessments and diverse specializations, further enhances its appeal for those seeking a recognized and adaptable management qualification.0

Annamalai Distance MBA Course with Fees

Annamalai University’s Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) offers a comprehensive two-year MBA program, structured over four semesters, with students allowed a maximum of five years to complete it. Admission to this program is purely merit-based, requiring applicants to possess a Bachelor’s Degree of at least a three-year duration, in line with AICTE norms. Interested students can obtain the application form the official website which costs around ₹125. The program provides a diverse range of specializations which include Human Resource, Marketing, Financial, Production, and Systems Management etc. The average fee ranges from ₹14,500 to ₹17,000 annually. 

Annamalai University Distance Education MBA Admission Process

• Online Application: Apply at www.annamalaiuniversity.ac.in/dde
  
• Fill Form: Provide accurate personal and academic details.
• Upload Documents: Attach scanned photo, signature, marksheets, and certificates.
• Fee Payment: Pay online through the portal.
• Acknowledgment: Receive confirmation by email or SMS.
• Provisional Admission: Admission letter will be sent to your email.
• Final Verification: Submit original documents at University or DDE Study Centre.

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Admission

• A Bachelor’s Degree, or an equivalent qualification from any recognized university.
• If your undergraduate degree was obtained through Distance or Online Mode, you must provide an approval letter from the UGC-DEB (Distance Education Bureau).
• Candidates with a direct undergraduate degree (without +2 qualification), a direct postgraduate degree (without an undergraduate degree), or any undergraduate degree passed through the Open University System (OUS) are not eligible for admission.

Required Document

To apply for the Annamalai University Distance Education MBA program, you will need to upload scanned copies of the following documents:

• Recent Passport size color photo (JPEG file size 50KB to 100KB)
• Signature (JPEG file size 10KB to 50KB)
• 10th Mark Sheet (PDF file size 100KB to 200KB)
• 12th Mark Sheet (PDF file size 100KB to 200KB)
• UG/PG Degree Mark Sheet (PDF file size 100KB to 200KB)
• Provisional/Degree Certificate (PDF file size 100KB to 200KB)
• Community Certificate (For SC/ST/MBC/DNC/BC/BCM candidates only) (PDF file size 100KB to 200KB)

Annamalai University Rating & Ranking

Annamalai University holds strong rankings nationally and globally. In QS Asia 2025, it’s #148 (Southern Asia) and #521-540 (Overall Asia). NIRF 2024 placed it in 151-200 overall, 27th in Pharmacy, and 27th in Agriculture. India Today 2024 ranked it 10th of 44, IIRF 2025 rated its MBA 69th of 100, and Outlook 2025 placed it 10th of 10. EduRank 2025 put it at #1880 globally, #34 in India, and #6 in Tamil Nadu, while Times Higher Education 2024 placed it in the 1501+ band globally.

Here are some of Annamalai University’s key ratings and accreditations:

• NAAC Accreditation: Accredited with an ‘A+’ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) in 2022, with a CGPA score of 3.38. This accreditation is valid until June 20, 2027.
• Recognitions: Recognized by UGC-DEB (University Grants Commission – Distance Education Bureau).
• Program Approvals: Approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education), with some courses also approved by MCI (Medical Council of India) and NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education).
• Other Accreditations: The university is also accredited by the NBA (National Board of Accreditation).
• Student Reviews (from Shiksha): Based on student reviews, the university holds an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5.

Annamalai University Address And Contact Information

Annamalai University is located at Annamalainagar – 608 002, Chidambaram, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu, India. For general inquiries related to the Centre for Distance and Online Education, you can contact the Director at 04144-238610. For specific clarifications regarding examinations, certificates, or other academic matters, you may contact The Controller of Examinations via phone at 04144-238027 or on mobile at 94895 00028. You can also reach the Controller of Examinations via email at aucoecell2016@gmail.com.

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