University of Jammu Directorate of Distance Education - Ranking, Admissions 2025, Placements

On March 3, 1976, the University of Jammu established the Directorate of Distance Education (previously known as the Institute of Correspondence Education). Within seven years of its founding, the University of Jammu became a dual-mode University from a conventional one. NAAC accredits the university with an “A” Grade.

The University of Jammu distance education department is located on the new campus of Jammu University. DDE Jammu University offers UG, PG, and Diploma courses to cater to the needs of distance learners. In the year of its establishment, there were 100 students. But now, the student enrollment has risen to 12000. Furthermore, it comprises 11 permanent faculty members with experience in distance education teaching. They also use the services of contractual and visiting faculty.

Jammu University Distance Courses include BA, B Com, M Com, MA, and PGDBM. In addition, a B.Ed is also available. Distance Department Jammu University follows a multimedia approach to teaching. The latest and updated self-learning materials will be imparted to the learners. DDE has adequate infrastructure for offering personal contact courses and counseling sessions. Students who satisfy the basic eligibility criteria can apply for Jammu University distance education admission. Those interested in applying for admission to the institute can do so online.

Distance Education Courses at Jammu University

Under UG, BA and B.Com distance courses are offered. Under PG distance education, Jammu University MA and M Com courses are available. Jammu University Distance Education MA is available in Urdu, English, Hindi, Sociology, Economics, Dogri, and Political Science. In addition, a professional degree PGDBM (Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management) is offered. Students are also eligible to enroll in distance B.Ed at Jammu University.

Jammu University Distance Education Fees

Distance Education Jammu University Admission

Students willing to apply for DDE Jammu University Admission must fill out the eligibility requirements defined by the university. Further candidates must apply online, and the university will review the applications and select the students based on their qualifications.

• Candidates shall have passed their intermediate to be eligible for Jammu University Distance Education BA Admission. They shall have obtained a minimum 45% aggregate in 10+2.
• Candidates who have passed the 10+2 examination from the J&K Board of School Education or any other recognized board besides the commerce stream can apply for the Distance B Com course. They shall have obtained not less than 45% marks in the aggregate.
• Students wishing to apply for Jammu University PG Distance Admission must hold a bachelor’s degree in the concerned disciplines.
• MA Distance Admission in Jammu University is based on the student’s performance in their qualified Bachelor’s degree BA or equivalent. They must score a minimum of 60% aggregate marks at the UG level.
• Students seeking admission to the M.Com must have completed their UG degree B Com with at least 60% marks.
• Aspirants seeking B.Ed Distance Admission at Jammu University shall have completed their Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks.

Jammu University Distance Education Study Materials and Online Resources

Jammu University distance education study materials are accessible for all distance programs. The DDE Library offers books to its customers based on their entitlement; for example, two books are supplied to students for 14 days.

• E-Pathshala
• Oxford University Press
• National Digital Library
• Open Access E-Journal
• Emerald
• Economic and Political Weekly
• Conference Alerts
• Full-Text Thesis [Shoadganga]
• Online Public Access Catalogue [OPAC]
• Open Access Directories
• Research Proposals/ Synopsis
• Springle Link

Jammu University Distance Education Study Centres

• Government Degree College, Bhaderwah
• Government Degree College, Doda
• Government Degree College, Kathua
• Government Degree College, Udhampur
• Government Degree College, Rajouri
• Government Degree College, Kishtwar
• Government Degree College, Kathua

Online Admission Distance Education Jammu University

Candidates looking for Jammu University Distance Admission must fill out the online admission form available at Jammu DDE’s official website. The application process is entirely online. Before filling out the forms, the aspirants should check out the Jammu University Distance Education Prospectus.

• Applicants must visit the official DDE Jammu University website (@ www.distanceeducationju.in)
• Click on the Apply Online Link, and fill out the Jammu University Distance Education application form in BLOCK LETTERS only.
• Then, scan the relevant educational documents, passport-size photos, and signatures. Upload them in a prescribed format.
• The candidate should enter their contact number and email address while filling out the admission form.
• After completing the form online, the applicant automatically learns about the fee details once they click the ‘submit’ button.
• They also learn about the ‘Serial Number’ of their application. Then, they need to note down the serial number required for further queries.

FAQs of University of Jammu Distance

Q. Are there any scholarships available?

The University of Jammu DDE redirects the candidate’s scholarship application form to the different agencies. The university individually dies not to offer any scholarship to the students directly.

Q. What is the mode of examination in distance learning?

The institute will examine offline mode, and the candidates can select their examination centers according to their convenience. The university will declare the examination notification.

Q. Where can I get the institution’s prospectus?

The candidate can collect the prospectus from the authorized branches of the university or at the study center. The candidates can also access the prospectus through an online mode issued by the university’s official website.

Q. How will I pay the application fee for distance courses?

Students can pay the application form fee through online and offline modes. For online mode payment, candidates can pay through net banking, debit card, or credit card. For the offline mode of payment, candidates will have to draw a demand draft in favor of the university.

Q. What happens when the university declares me ineligible?

If the student’s application form is considered ineligible, the candidate can apply for a refund of the fees within 30 days of being declared ineligible.

Q. Does Jammu University have study centers to offer support to distance students?

The University of Jammu has set up its study center across the state to ensure students’ convenience for distance education programs.

Q. How will I get my study materials?

Students can collect their study materials from the university's study center.

Q. Does the institution offer guidance and counseling to distance course students?

All students at the established study centers provide counseling support and guidance.

Q. Are distance students allowed to access the institution’s library?

Candidates with valid ID proof will be allowed to utilize the facilities offered by the university. Candidates post-enrollment will have the aces to the university library and the digital library.

Q. Which teaching methods does the institution utilize?

Teaching methodologies offered by the University of Jammu DDE are:

• Live lectures
• Recorded lectures
• Seminars
• Conferences
• Podcasts
• Viva code delivery techniques.

Q. Can I migrate from my current university to pursue a distance course at Jammu University?

If you can submit the migration certificate and the fee payment of INR 800/-, you can migrate from another university to the University of Jammu DDE.

Q. Will the university send regular updates regarding changes affecting my distance course?

Aspirants must check the university’s official website updates as the university shall not provide any regular updates to the students individually.