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Chaudhary Devi Lal University Overview
The Government of Haryana founded Chaudhary Devi Lal University on April 2, 2003, in honour of Chaudhary Devi Lal, India’s former Deputy Prime Minister. The University is located on the Barnala Road in Sirsa, 256 kilometres from Delhi and 285 kilometres from Chandigarh. The University includes 24 academic departments that provide students with 21 career-oriented and specialised courses. It also provides distance education for job-related courses. In the year 2000, Kurukshetra University Chaudhary Devi Lal Post Graduate Regional Centre Sirsa was established. In April 2003, it was upgraded to a full-fledged university known as Sirsa. The University Grants Commission had granted the university recognition. CDLU offers Regular and Self-Financing UG /PG programmes. Admission to the BA (Journalism & Mass Communication) and BA-LLB(Integrated) programmes is based on a merit-based system based on a student’s performance in the 10+2 or comparable qualifying examination. It also provides integrated MA Economics (Honours) and M.Sc. Economics programmes (Mathematics).
Chaudhary Devi Lal University – (CDLU Distance), the University Centre for Distance Learning (UCDL), Sirsa is a well-known distance learning university. The NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) has accredited it. Some Undergraduate and Postgraduate Distance Learning Programs are available through CDL University’s University Centre for Distance Learning (UCDL). UG and PG programmes in Arts, Computer Applications, Commerce, Management, Mass Communication, and Science are currently available through CDLU Distance Education. Diploma and Post-Graduate Diploma programmes are also available at the university. The courses are filled based on the first-come-first-served principle.
Chaudhary Devi Lal University Program and Specialization
Courses offered by UCDL (University Centre for Distance Learning, Chaudhary Devi Lal University) are as follows:
MA | |
History | Education |
Mass Communication | Hindi |
Sanskrit | English |
Punjabi | Â |
PG Diploma | |
Mass Communications | Computer Applications |
BA | |
B.Com. | |
BCA | |
BMC (Mass Communication) | |
MBA | |
M.Com. | |
M.Sc. (Computer Science) | |
MCA | |
Diploma in Computer Science & Technology | |
PGDBM (Business Management) |
The regular academic programmes provided by the university in various disciplines are listed below:
Bachelor of Arts | |
Mass Communication | General |
MA | |
Hindi | Mass Communication |
Sanskrit | Geography |
Punjabi | Public Administration |
Economics | English |
Instrumental/Vocal Music | Education |
History | Â |
M.Sc. | |
Energy and Environment | Computer Science |
Mathematics | Environmental Science |
Zoology | Physics |
Botany | Chemistry |
Food Science and Technology | Biotechnology |
MBA | |
Business Economics | General |
PG Diploma | |
Business Management | Journalism and Mass Communication |
Computer Science | Computer Applications |
M.Phil. | |
Management | Physical Education |
Mathematics | Commerce |
Biotechnology | Public Administration |
Chemistry | Physics |
Environmental Technology | English |
Ph.D. | |
Biotechnology | Chemistry |
Education | Journalism and Mass Communication |
Computer Science and Applications | Law |
Business Administration | Commerce |
Public Administration | Mathematics |
Physics | Food Science and Technology |
Physical Education | Economics |
English | Energy & Environmental Planning |
BA + LLB / BA + MA (Hons.) – Economics | |
B.Sc. + M.Sc. | |
B.Com. (Tax procedure & practice, General) / M.Com. | |
BCA | |
LLB / LLM | |
BBA + MBA | |
B.Ed. | |
B.P.Ed. / M.P.Ed. | |
MCA / MCA – Lateral | |
M.Tech. (Computer Science & Engineering) | |
MTTM (Tourism & Travel Management) | |
Diploma in Computer Science & Technology | |
Diploma in Physical Education |
Admission Procedure Of Chaudhary Devi Lal University
The admission procedure is merit based, depending on performance in the qualifying exams. Those who have been chosen will be contacted to verify their documentation. After document verification at the university within the specified time frames are guaranteed admission.
Steps to Apply:
- Candidates can obtain an application form from the University.
- The application form is also available online.
- Candidates must complete the form and attach the necessary documents along with DD and submit it at the university’s official address by post or in-person.
Required Documents are:
- Marksheet/Certificates of 10th / 12th (self-attested)
- Copy of UG Degree / Identification & Address Proof / Provisional Certificate (self-attested)
- Proforma Certificate (as per the guidelines)
- DD, Payable at Sirsa and Should be addressed to Registrar, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa.
Chaudhary Devi Lal University Fee Structure
Courses (Distance Learning) |
Fees (for 1st year) |
BA |
₹4,050 |
B.Com. |
₹4,050 |
BCA |
₹8,000 |
BMC |
₹6,000 |
M.A |
₹6,000 |
M.Com |
₹10,000 |
MBA |
₹11,500 |
MCA |
₹14,500 |
PG Diploma |
₹10,000 (Total Fees) |
Courses (Regular) |
Fees (for 1st year) |
BA |
₹6,000 |
BCA |
₹8,000 |
B.A + L.L.B |
₹27,800 |
LLB |
₹ 8,500 |
MA |
₹ 5,650 |
MBA |
₹22,400 |
M.Sc. |
₹12,400 |
M.P.Ed. |
₹ 8,400 |
MCA |
₹ 13,400 |
B.Ed. |
₹16,450 |
M.Tech. |
₹ 24,400 |
B.P.Ed. |
₹18,000 |
M.Phil. |
₹ 32,400 (Total Fees) |
PG Diploma |
₹ 10,000 (Total Fees) |
Admission Important Dates 2023
Registration begins UG/PG 2nd August, 2023 Deadline for UG Registration 20th August, 2023
Deadline for B.P.Ed/ M.P.Ed/D.P.Ed. registration 19th September, 2023
(Extended) Deadline for PG registration 22nd September, 2023
First Counselling for B.P.Ed/ M.P.Ed/D.P.Ed. 24th September, 2023
First Counselling fee deposit 26th September, 2023
Second Counselling for B.P.Ed/ M.P.Ed/D.P.Ed. 28th September, 2023
Second Counselling Fee Deposit 29th September, 2023
Third Counselling for B.P.Ed/ M.P.Ed/D.P.Ed. 30th September, 2023
Third Counselling 1st October, 2023
Physical Counselling & Fee Deposit 5th October, 2023
Commencement of Classes for B.P.Ed/ M.P.Ed/D.P.Ed. 1st October, 2023
Eligibility Criteria Of Chaudhary Devi Lal University
Admission to UCDL (University Centre for Distance Learning), Chaudhary Devi Lal University – (CDLU Distance), Sirsa the courses is done on a first serve first-come basis.
Courses | Eligibility |
BA | 10+2 in relevant stream from an acknowledged board. Selection would be based on merit. |
LLB | Graduation with 45% marks and selection would be based on merit. |
MA / M.Com. / MCA / PG Diploma | Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline from an acknowledged university. Selection would be on merit, based on previously qualifying examination. |
M.Sc. | Graduation in relevant field from an acknowledged university and MDU CET |
MBA | Graduation in relevant field from an acknowledged university and CMAT |
M.Tech. | B.E. / B.Tech. in relevant field from an acknowledged university and GATE Score |
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Review & Ranking of Chaudhary Devi Lal University
- Sabarmati University is Gujrat’s first distance education university approved by DEB. It is a member of AIU.
- It is among the top 15 Universities in Ahmedabad.
- It has received the rating of 8.5/10, in the student’s survey.
- A well-known university in Ahmedabad, Sabarmati University prides itself in providing high-quality education.
Chaudhary Devi Lal University FAQS
Q1. What is the CDLU’s return policy in the event that a student wants to drop out?
Ans. According to CDLU’s laws and regulations, the applicant’s fee will be repaid to the students. The applicant must fill out and submit an application form in order to receive a refund, and the money will be repaid once the application has been processed and approved.
Q2. Does self-study material provided by CDLU Distance, Sirsa?
Ans. Yes, CDLU Distance, Sirsa offers self-study materials to its students. Students can obtain the materials by going to the institute’s official website and selecting their programmes.
Q3. What are the most popular CDLU courses?
Ans. B.A., B.C.A., and MBA are some of the most popular courses offered at CDLU. Students get admitted to UG courses based on their merit scores in the 10+2 level board test.
Q4. Can a candidate apply for multiple courses at CDLU Distance Education at the same time?
Ans. At CDLU Distance, Sirsa, a candidate can apply for many courses at the same time. The options available are as follows:
- A diploma and a certificate.
- A Bachelor’s degree and a Diploma/ Certificate / PG Diploma
- Two PG Diplomas
- PG Diploma and a Diploma / Certificate.
- 2 Certifications or 2 Diplomas
Q5. What is the structure of the MDU CET entrance exams for CDLU admission?
Ans. The exam structure for MDU CET is as follows:
- The admission examination will be 90 minutes long.
- There will be a total of 100 questions in the form of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Each correct answer will receive 1 mark, while each incorrect response will receive 0.25 marks in negative grading.
Q6. Does CDU provide scholarship?
Ans. Various scholarship programmes run under the university’s curriculum for the improvement of society and to spread quality education to all of society’s socially and economically disadvantaged people. The major guidelines for the scholarship programmes can be found by visiting the university’s official website. The university’s scholarship programmes include
SC-BC Scholarship, Post-matric Scholarship and PMS-SC Scholarship.