OSOU Odisha

Odisha State Open University (OSOU), based in Sambalpur, is a university serving learners through academic programmes, digital learning resources and student support services. Its academic offerings span social sciences and humanities, business and management studies, computer and information sciences, sciences and technology, continuing and extension education, teacher education, health care studies, and agriculture. The university also promotes industry-focused skill development through initiatives such as DAKSHATA, which offers skill enhancement courses, and ATISH, focused on innovation and startup support.

OSOU provides online admissions, a Learning Management System, online counselling schedules, student web services and a dedicated student corner. Learners can access programme information, syllabi, examination details, e-resources, an e-library and an e-prospectus. The university also shares academic calendars, notices, examination schedules and other updates. Its wider activities include research and publications, alumni engagement, regional and study centres, and initiatives relating to digital learning, green practices and the Indian Knowledge System. OSOU’s website also provides information on governance, faculty, policies and student support cells.