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I wanted to know about the legal status of Rabindra Mukta Vidyalaya (RMV), West Bengal. Is it university, regular university or distance university or open school? Which courses does they offer?

Rabindra Mukta Vidyalaya (RMV) is a state open university in West Bengal, India. It was established in 1997 and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. RMV offers various courses in arts, science, commerce, and vocational subjects at the secondary, higher secondary, and undergraduate levels through distance learning mode. The university also offers diploma and certificate courses in different fields.

It is important to note that while RMV is recognized by the UGC, it is not a regular university in the traditional sense. It is an open university that provides distance education, meaning that students do not have to attend classes on campus and can study at their own pace.

Rabindra Mukta Vidyalaya (RMV) in West Bengal is a state open school that provides distance education programs to students who are unable to attend regular schools. RMV is not a regular university, but it is recognized by the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education, UGC, and AIU. It offers flexible and self-paced programs from primary to higher secondary education, as well as vocational courses and degree programs in various fields. RMV conducts exams and issues certificates and degrees to students who successfully complete their programs.


Courses offered by RMV:

Secondary Education (class 10 equivalent)

Higher Secondary Education (class 12 equivalent)

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)

Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS)

Master of Arts (MA)

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Master of Commerce (M.Com.

Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.)

Certificate course in Computer Application (CCA)

Certificate course in Human Rights (CHR)

Certificate course in Disaster Management (CDM)

Certificate course in Environmental Studies (CES)