
| Updated On - Sep 19, 2026
NSOU has extended the registration deadline for FYUG UG programmes and for most PG and BLIS courses for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates can apply online at ug.wbnsouadmissions.com and pg.wbnsouadmissions.com with a fee of Rs 275.

The Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU) has extended its 2026-27 admission deadline. The extension covers the Four Year Undergraduate (FYUG) programmes. Most Postgraduate (PG) courses and the Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) programme are also included. Candidates can apply on the official portals at ug.wbnsouadmissions.com and pg.wbnsouadmissions.com.
The FYUG extension notice was issued on August 27, 2026. The second PG and BLIS extension came on September 9, 2026. PG Zoology (PGZO), PG Geography (PGGR) and PG Environmental Science (PGES) are excluded. Applicants must pay a processing fee of Rs 275 online.
NSOU 2026-27 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PG and BLIS admission window opens | July 25, 2026 |
| FYUG date extension notification issued | August 27, 2026 |
| PG and BLIS second extension notification | September 9, 2026 |
| Extended last date to apply for FYUG | September 25, 2026 |
| Tentative PG merit list release | September 23, 2026 |
Which Programmes Are Covered Under the Extension?
The FYUG stream offers a four-year undergraduate degree across multiple disciplines. Students earn a UGC-compliant honours or research degree at exit. The PG extension covers most postgraduate disciplines offered by NSOU. Only three PG programmes stay outside the extended window this cycle.
The BLIS programme prepares candidates for careers in library and information services. NSOU delivers all these programmes through the Open and Distance Learning mode. This helps working students and rural learners across West Bengal.
How to Apply for NSOU 2026-27 Admission?
Candidates must register through the dedicated admission portals. The steps below apply to both UG and PG applicants.
- Visit ug.wbnsouadmissions.com for FYUG or pg.wbnsouadmissions.com for PG and BLIS.
- Complete new user registration using a valid mobile number and email.
- Fill in personal, academic and programme-choice details in the form.
- Upload marksheets, photograph, signature and identity proof as required.
- Pay the processing fee of Rs 275 through the online gateway.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation slip for records.
NSOU 2026-27 Application Fee and Payment
The processing fee for the online application is Rs 275. Candidates can pay through net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. The fee is non-refundable once the payment is confirmed. Applicants must complete payment before the extended deadline to secure the form.
NSOU is West Bengal's premier State Open University. It holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and UGC 12B recognition. This extension gives working students a fresh window to enrol for the 2026-27 session.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official site wbnsou.ac.in and pick your programme.
- Check the eligibility for the FYUG, PG or BLIS course you want.
- Keep scanned marksheets, photograph, signature and ID proof ready.
- Arrange Rs 275 for the online application processing fee.
- Register and submit the form before the extended deadline closes.
Watch the NSOU website for the PG merit list expected on September 23, 2026. Counselling and seat allotment updates will follow on the same portals soon after.














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