Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University

Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University
Mottoज्ञानगंगा घरोघरी
TypePublic
Established1989; 37 years ago (1989)
AffiliationsUGC
ChancellorGovernor of Maharashtra
Vice-ChancellorDr. Sanjeev Sonawane
Location
Nashik
,
Maharashtra
,
India
Campus
Websiteycmou.digitaluniversity.ac

Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) is a state, open university, located in Nashik, Maharashtra, India. It was established on July 1, 1989 under the Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University Act, 1989.

Academic schools

All academic programs and students registration official academic website

  1. School of Agricultural Science
  2. School of Architecture, Science and Technology
  3. School of Commerce and Management
  4. School of Computer Science
  5. School of Continuing Education
  6. School of Education
  7. School of Health Science
  8. School of Humanities and Social Sciences
  9. School of Multidisciplinary Studies
  10. School of Vocational Education & Skills Development
  11. Certification in Foreign Languages

Notable alumni

Following are the notable alumni of, who is graduated from YCMOU University

Key-highlights and facts

Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) has implemented advanced blockchain technology. Blockchain technology was implemented in 2023 becoming India's first University.

Physics Wallah has partnered with Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) to offer online degree programs, like MBA, MCA, MA English, and BCA. The collaboration aims to expand access to higher education through a Four-Quadrant MOOC model combining self-paced learning, live classes, and assessments. The initiative focuses on creating flexible, digitally inclusive pathways aligned with NEP 2020.

References

  1. ↑ "Brief Resume of Vice Chancellor". ycmou.ac.in. Retrieved 5 October 2021.
  2. ↑ "Universities in Maharashtra". www.ugc.ac.in. Retrieved 5 October 2021.
  3. ↑ "History of Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University". ycmou.ac.in. Retrieved 26 February 2025.
  4. ↑ "Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University Act, 1989" (PDF). Government of Maharashtra. 2 May 1989. Retrieved 5 October 2021.
  5. ↑ "Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University". ycmou.digitaluniversity.ac. Retrieved 26 February 2025.
  6. ↑ "YCMOU issues block-chain-based QR code certificates". The Times of India. 26 December 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
  7. ↑ "PhysicsWallah partners with YCMOU to launch online UGC-compliant degree programs". The Hindu. 12 July 2025. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 24 February 2026.

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