1. Are N. L. Dalmia Centre of Distance and Online Management Studies Programmes approved by any Government Body?

Yes, Online Learning and Online Distance Learning (ODL) (refer programme list on website) offered by N. L. Dalmia Centre of Distance and Online Management Studies are approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

AICTE_EOA-Report-2024-25

AICTE_EOA-Report-2023-24

AICTE NOC - 2023-24

Public Notice ODL-OL 3 April 2024

2. What are the eligibility criteria?

• Bachelor's degree holder / Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University.
• International / SAARC Graduate from a recognised / accredited University / Institution (It should be approved by the Association of Indian Universities / Candidate has to bring its equivalency from Association of Indian Universities).
• Students who have appeared for final year of examination of their bachelor's degree programme and are awaiting results can also apply, subject to successfully completing their bachelor's degree programme / graduation within the time period specified by the Institute

3. When are the admissions open?

• The admission process commences every year in the month of May-June for the July session and in September-October for the January Session.

4. How can I apply for admission?

The application form is available on our website: online.nldalmia.in. Students have to fill out the application form online, print the completed application form, and submit it to the institute along with relevant documents and course fees.

Walk-in admissions: Students may walk into N. L. Dalmia Institute with the completed application form, programme fees, and all other required documents. Upon satisfying all admission and eligibility criteria, the student immediately gets admission to the desired programme.

Students are advised to visit the website for admission updates from time to time.

5. Can I speak to an admissions counsellor or get personalized counselling?

Yes, you can speak or chat online with an admission counsellor or get personalized counselling at N. L. Dalmia Campus or via Online Counselling on our website.

6. What are the documents required for taking Admission?

• Photocopy of SSC and HSC / Equivalent Exam Marksheet and Passing Certificate
• Photocopy of Graduation / Equivalent Exam Marksheet and Passing Certificate
• Photocopy of Marriage Certificate & Gazette Notification (for Married women for change in Name)
• One Passport Size Photo
• Photocopy of Aadhaar Card
• Photocopy of Passport for International Learners

Note: All the documents should be attested by the Gazetted Officer.

7. My Degree Certificate is pending, can I submit the internet result copy declared by the University on the website, and would you consider my application?

We require photocopy of bachelor’s degree or graduation completion-related documents that are either the Provisional certificate OR the Bachelor’s Degree certificate, any one.

Your application may be considered if the bachelor’s degree is awaited and your graduation-related mark sheets are Internet print out, provided you get the Internet result copy duly attested from your respective college principal/registrar only, with their clear official seal and signatures.

However, you would be required to submit the required bachelor’s degree or graduation completion-related documents within the timeline specified by us to get confirmed admission. Submission of proper documents as per policies, in the prescribed format within the timelines specified by us, for confirmation of admission, is the sole responsibility of the student.

Note: All the documents should be attested by the Gazetted Officer.

8. What is Provisional Admission?

Provisional Admission is given, when admission-related eligibility criteria are not fulfilled as per our policies and documents have deficiencies like Coloured passport size recent photograph is not submitted, or is not clear. Academic Qualification documents are not proper. Visa / Passport copy (for International / SAARC students) is not enclosed. A name changes document copy (if any) is not enclosed. The application form is not signed / not submitted his signature.

Submission of proper documents as per policies, within the timelines as specified by us, for confirmation of admission, is the sole responsibility of the student.

9. When will I be able to access my Student Services and Learning Facilities?

Students will be able to avail of student Services and Learning facilities like: Online Classes, Online query solving with Faculty, E-Library and E-Learning, Assignments, Personal Contact Programmes and booking for Computer Based Examinations in their student login, only after their admission is CONFIRMED.

10. When is my admission liable to get cancelled? Will I get a refund of fees paid?

It is the sole responsibility of the student to pay all prescribed fees as per the timelines mentioned in the prospectus for the programme in which he/she has enrolled. If a student fails to pay the fees as per the timelines, then in such a case, his/her admission shall stand cancelled. In case of students enrolled on a provisional basis, if the documents required for the purpose of eligibility are not submitted or if submitted with deficiencies (i.e. not in the manner prescribed) and the deficiencies are not made good within the last date specified (refer last date under section Important Dates) or within 15 days of communication to that effect, whichever is later, then his/her admission shall stand cancelled. In an event of not completing the programme within the time / validity period specified by us, the student login shall be locked and admission shall stand cancelled. In all the cases as mentioned above the student is not entitled to any refund of paid fees.

11. What will be my admission date? When do I receive the Admission letter / ID card and Study Material?

Your admission date is the date when you are given admission to the applied programme. You are informed of the status of your application form by email on the date of your admission. Students who fulfil all the admission-related eligibility criteria as per N. L. Dalmia policies get Confirmed Admission and ID Card. Students admitted on a Provisional basis do not receive any ID card until the admission is confirmed. Your Admission Letter / ID card will be dispatched to you within 10 days from the date of processing of your application form. And Study Material is dispatched within 7-8 working days after you pay the complete programme fee as per policies and timelines given by us.

12. What about my admission validity? (If I am unable to clear my exam within the programme duration, how many years will my Registration be valid?)

• For two years Programme, the registration period is valid for four academic years.
• For a one-year Programme, the registration period is valid for two academic years.
• For six months Programme, the registration period is valid for one academic year.

13. What happens if I decide to cancel my admission?

Upon being granted admission, you would be eligible to request cancellation. We will refund your programme fees after levying cancellation charges. (Please refer Brochure).

1. Will you give the Study Material?

• For Online Learning the students are given access to e-study material through a state-of-the-art e-learning platform. After admission is confirmed, students are provided with the study material, which consists of e-books, videos, case studies etc. In case, students want printed books, he/she has to pay ₹-3000/- extra to acquire them. Also, students will get access to the Institute’s e-library with a remote access facility.
• For Open and Distance Learning (ODL), the students are provided with a set of high-quality printed books. The students are also given access to e-study material through a state-of-the-art e-learning platform. Students have access to e-books, remote library access to all e-books, e-journals, e-research material, videos, and quizzes. After admission is confirmed, students are provided with the study material, which consists of e-books, videos, case studies, etc.  Also, students will get access to the Institute’s e-library with a remote access facility.

2. What is the methodology for Programme delivery?

• Online Learning, the methodology of instruction is different from that of the conventional instruction method. The e-learning material of the programme is provided to the learners in the form of e-books, videos, presentations, quizzes, case studies, etc. The E-books contain session-wise reading material. Students can download these E-books at any time and refer to them at their convenience
• For Open and Distance Learning (ODL), the methodology of instruction is different from that of the conventional instruction method.
  • Print Material: The printed study material of the programme is supplied to the learners in the form of a single printed book/e- book, which is divided into sections.
  • Audio-Visual Material Kit: The learning package contains audio and video Programmes for enhanced understanding of the course material given to the student.
  • Contact Lectures: The institute conducts contact lectures for each subject in face-to-face/ online mode for a better understanding of the subject by providing an opportunity to interact with industry experts and faculty members.

3. Are there any Personal Contact Programmes (PCP)?

For Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Programmes, the institute will conduct Personal Contact Programmes (PCP) for students every semester in face-to-face / online mode prior to the mid-term as well as final semester examinations.

During the period, a minimum of 8 to 10 hours per subject will be covered in a classroom environment / online mode. During the PCPs, the course overview with major concepts will be explained.

PCPs are optional but highly recommended since they encourage peer interaction and provide the opportunity to clarify doubts related to the examination or curriculum.

Note: The institute retains the right to add / delete / change PCP dates and delivery modes.

1. How frequently the exams will be conducted for Online Learning?

In Online Learning, in every semester, there is a mid-term exam and a semester-end exam.

2. The exams will be of how many marks?

In Online Learning, both mid-term as well as semester exams are out of 50 marks. However, a mid-term assignment carries about 20% weightage and a semester exam carries 80% weightage. To clear a subject, a student has to secure a minimum of 50% marks which is the total weightage percentage of both exams.

3. During the mid-term exam, students get how many days to appear for online exams?

For Online Learning, during mid-term exams, students get 7-10 working days period to appear for online exams on 24 X 7 basis at any time. Similarly, for end-term exams students get 7-10 working days period to appear for online exams during pre -booked time slot. However, these exams are conducted in proctored environment and students must have webcam facility while appearing for exams. In case of statutory requirement, the end - Term exam may require to be conducted at physical exam centres.

4. Will I be expected to take up any project work during the course of the programme?

In Online Learning, during the fourth semester, each student is required to upload a project report with his/her login credentials. The student is required to prepare the report and upload it as per the guidelines given by the Institute.