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Sri Venkateswara University Directorate of Distance Education (SVU DDE) application process for the session 2026 will tentatively begin in the month of March-April 2026.
The commencement of classes at SVU DDE for 2026 will likely begin in August or September 2026.

Sri Venkateswara University Directorate of Distance Education (SVU DDE) is an institution of higher learning that was founded in 1972, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, by the Sri Venkateswara University, and is NAAC A+ accredited as well as university-approved. It has distance programs at UG or PG level, i.e., BA, B.Com, B.Sc, MA, M.Com, MBA, and MCA, which can be undertaken by working professionals as well as by such students who are distance learners.

The eligibility requirement of the SVU DDE will be based on merit, and applications will be taken between the months of March and April 2026, and the courses will start in the months of August-September 2026. It is also very affordable ( fee of BA -₹ 8000- ₹10,000), and any degree is welcome in government jobs.

SVU DDE: Quick Highlights

All the candidates must check all the major details of Sri Venkateswara University, Directorate of Distance Education, before taking admission for their further education. The table below mentions all the necessary information.

Particulars	Details
Course Offered	BA, B.Com, B.Sc, MA, M.Com, MBA, MCA
Popular Specializations	Management, Commerce, Humanities, Computer Applications
Entrance Exams	Merit-based (no entrance for most courses)
Course Duration	UG: 3 years, PG: 2–3 years
Fees	₹8,000 – ₹40,000 (depending on course)

SVU DDE: Admission Process

THE SVU DDE admission process 2025 for undergraduate and postgraduate courses is based on merit. Most courses do not have an entrance exam. The application to the university is possible via the official site of SVU DDE by completing the online form of application and attaching the necessary documents.

Here is the step-wise process for taking admission into SVU DDE 2026.

Go to the Official SVU DDE Website.

The first step should be to go to the official site of Sri Venkateswara University Directorate of Distance Education: www.svudde.in.
All the recent announcements, admission notices, application forms, downloading of prospectuses, and instructions that would guide potential students are found on the site.

SVUDDE Admission Prospectus 2026.

The admission prospectus gives thorough information on courses offered, eligibility, fee structure, important dates, examination information, opportunities for scholarships, among other policies.
Get the prospectus and read carefully to know the course requirements and admission processes to apply accordingly.

Complete and Fill Online Application Form.

Enter the website by clicking on the link to apply online.
Sign up with your basic information, like name, email address, and mobile number.
Complete the application form with correct details about the personal information, academic, and contact details.
Confirm the information and proceed to the next step without any mismatch that may slow down the admission process.

Upload Required Documents

Create the required documents in a certain format and size, and scan them. These may include:

10th and 12th mark sheets (in UG courses)
Mark sheets (Graduation) (PG courses).
Transfer or Migration Certificate(where applicable)
Passport-size photograph
Aadhar card or other valid identity documents.
Caste/income certificate to take a scholarship (where necessary)
Make sure that no documents are lost or missed to avoid rejection of the application.

Pay Application/Tuition Fee.

Once the application form is complete and the documents uploaded, one is required to move on and pay the application or course fee online via net banking, credit/debit card, or any other acceptable online payment method.
The fee differs as per the course -BA: 8000-10000, PG courses (MBA): 30-40000.

Make the Application on Time.

Review all details once again and apply for the SVU distance education admission last date (July–August 2026, tentatively).
Upon submitting it, the candidates will be sent a receipt of acknowledgment or confirmation upon receipt.
Note down the printed document or screenshot of the submitted application and receipt of payments to be used in the future.

Confirmation and Additional Directives.

On successful application, the university can give information on admission confirmation, study material, and orientation.
The distance learners can also get informed about the personal contact programs (PCPs), the examination schedules, and online learning facilities in the respective courses.

SVU DDE: Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Admissions are accepted on the basis of merit and previous academic performance. The table below mentions the eligibility criteria for various courses offers at SVU DDE.

Course	Eligibility
BA/B.Com/B.Sc	10+2 with minimum 45% marks
MA/M.Com/MBA/MCA	Graduation from a recognized university

Cutoff Table

No particular cut-offs exist regarding the SVU DDE programs since the admissions are based on merit and require past academic achievements. Here are the cut-off details for programs at SVU DDE.

Course	Cutoff
All UG/PG programs	Merit-based; no fixed cutoff

SVU DDE: Required Documents

These are the documents required for SVUDDE admission.

10th & 12th mark sheets / Graduation mark sheets (for PG courses)
Transfer / Migration Certificate (if applicable)
Passport-size photographs
Caste / Income certificate (for scholarship applications)
Aadhar card / ID proof

FAQs

What are the qualification requirements of the SVU distance education MBA?

Bachelor's of a recognized university with minimum 4550% marks (depends on category).

Does SVU distance education admission qualify working professionals?

Yes, the programs will be flexible to fit the working students.

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