Department Of Correspondence Studies Admission 2026, Eligibility, News & Articles Details, Learn More About Courses

The University School of Open Learning (Formerly known as Department of Correspondence Studiesthe Department of Correspondence Studies), Panjab University was established in 1971. The objective was to take university based education beyond the four walls of the University. It continues to do so and fulfils a prime social responsibility of providing education at the door step for those who are unable to access formal education. Started as a Directorate, it is now a full-fledged USOL with due representation on all University bodies. Supported by a well qualified, research oriented faculty and efficient staff, the USOL offers various courses i.e. Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma and Professional Courses. Some innovative and socially relevant Courses such as Certificate Course in Vivekanand Studies, Diploma in Human Rights.

The method of instruction includes printed study material in Self Learning Mode, Personal Contact Programme, Response Sheets, Assignments, Video and Audio- cassette Lessons on selected topics, Dissertations/Projects in selected courses and Counseling of students on a one to one basis, organizing Regional and National Seminars and Special Lecture Series. To cater to the masses, for most courses, the printed study material is provided in English, Hindi and Punjabi. In addition, the USOL offers a variety of student support services. These include a well equipped Library, postal library facilities, an Educational Media Centre, Laboratories, a Computer Lab and subsidized hostel facility for outstation students. The USOL also involves the students in co-curricular activities and brings them together on a common platform despite their diverse locations.

Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS Highlights

• Established year: 2005
• Institute type:
• Approved by: NCTE
• Application mode: Online (pen and paper-based)
• Location: Punjab University , Chandigarh

Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS Offered Course List

School Of Agriculture & Veterinary Science, School Of Commerce And Management Studies, School Of Hotel Management, School Of Science, School Of Foreign & Indian Languages, School Of Journalism & Mass Media Communication, School Of Philosophy And Research, School Of Engineering & Technology, School Of Computer Science & IT, School Of Architecture & Planning, School Of Library & Information Science, School Of Arts And Social Studies, School Of Education And Physical Education, School Of Law, School Of Pharmacy, School Of Para-Medical Science, School Of Fire & Safety, M.Phil Subjects List, Ph.D. Subjects List,

Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS Admission Process

The application form is available on the official website of Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS. Those who wish to apply can submit their applications on the official website. The selection is done on the basis of merit list.

Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS Placement

The Placement Cell of the Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS supports students in making the right career choices and enables employers in taking the right hiring decisions during recruitment.

Department Of Correspondence Studies - DCS Course Offered

• Bachelor of Education In Hindi(B.Ed. Hindi)
• Bachelor of Education In Punjabi(B.Ed. Punjabi)
• Bachelor of Education In Sanskrit(B.Ed. Sanskrit)
• Bachelor of Education In History(B.Ed. History)
• Bachelor of Education In Geography(B.Ed. Geography)
• Bachelor of Education In Economics(B.Ed. Economics)
• Bachelor of Education In Social Studies(B.Ed. Social Studies)
• Bachelor of Education In Commerce(B.Ed. Commerce)
• Bachelor of Education In Mathematics(B.Ed. Mathematics)
• Bachelor of Education In Science(B.Ed. Science)
• Bachelor of Education In Life Science(B.Ed. Life Science)
• Bachelor of Education In Physical Science(B.Ed. Physical Science)
• Bachelor of Education In Home Science(B.Ed. Home Science)
• Bachelor of Education In Fine Arts(B.Ed. Fine Arts)
• Bachelor of Education In Music(B.Ed. Music)
• Bachelor of Education In Physical Education(B.Ed. Physical Education)
• Bachelor of Education In Agriculture(B.Ed. Agriculture)
• Bachelor of Education In Computer Education(B.Ed. Computer Education)
• Bachelor of Education In Political Science(B.Ed. Political Science)
• Bachelor of Education In Public Administration(B.Ed. Public Administration)
• Bachelor of Education In Sociology(B.Ed. Sociology)