Admissions close at DU’s SOL with over 1.15-lakh enrolments

The School of Open Learning (SOL) at Delhi University has recorded over 1.15 lakh enrolments this year, marking a significant rise from the previous academic session and reflecting the growing preference for flexible learning options among students.

According to the university, traditional favourites such as B.Com (Hons), BA (Hons) Political Science and MBA continued to draw large numbers of applicants, while the Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA) course saw a marked rise in admissions, indicating increased interest in management-oriented studies.

The BA Programme, B.Com (Hons), BA (Hons) Political Science and BA (Hons) English emerged as the most sought-after courses.

Officials also noted a surge in enrolments for technical and skill-based courses this year — a trend highlighting the shift towards career-focused education even within open and distance learning formats.

Professor Payal Mago, director, SOL-DU, said, “The steady increase in admissions reflects the trust students place in the quality and flexibility of our programmes. We are constantly upgrading our digital learning platforms and introducing new courses that align with the changing needs of the job market. This year’s response clearly shows that SOL has become a preferred choice for learners who want to balance education with other responsibilities.”

The response reinforces SOL’s expanding role in offering accessible and inclusive higher education to students nationwide.