University of Mumbai opens CDOE applications for MMS and MCA entrance exams 2025; check details and direct link here

MUMBAI: The University of Mumbai’s Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) has opened the online application window for its postgraduate entrance examinations in Master of Management Studies (MMS) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA).

Applications, which began on June 28, will be accepted until July 17, 2025, via the official portal: forms.epravesh.com/MumbaiUniversity. The entrance exam will be held online on July 20, 2025.The MMS and MCA programmes are both two-year postgraduate degrees offered in online mode through CDOE and are recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). This ensures the courses meet national standards of academic and professional relevance.MMS equivalent to MBA with three specialisation optionsThe MMS programme, which was approved for online delivery by the AICTE and UGC from the academic year 2021–22, is officially recognised as equivalent to an MBA. Students enrolled in the MMS course may choose from three areas of specialisation: Human Resources, Finance, or Marketing. The programme has a total intake capacity of 720 students, offering working professionals and graduates a flexible route into advanced business education.

MCA programme redesigned for industry needsThe MCA programme has been revised into a two-year structure, aligning with the latest industry demands in computing, software development, and IT systems. With an intake capacity of 2,000 students, the programme is designed to accommodate a wide pool of applicants from across the country. Both courses offer learners the opportunity to upskill through a recognised institution while balancing work or other commitments.Details available on university’s official websiteProspective candidates are encouraged to visit the official CDOE section on the University of Mumbai website at mu.ac.in/distance-open-learning for detailed information on eligibility requirements, fee structure, syllabus, and examination guidelines.Professor Shivaji Sargar, Director of CDOE, has urged eligible candidates to complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues. “We encourage all aspirants to review the programme details carefully and complete the online form before the deadline,” said Prof. Sargar.

The initiative reflects the University of Mumbai’s continued efforts to expand access to high-quality, flexible postgraduate education across India through its distance and online learning infrastructure.