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KUK CDOE vs Shoolini Online: Fees, Approvals & Which Is Better

An objective, parameter-by-parameter comparison of Kurukshetra University (CDOE) and Shoolini University Online for online learners.

Last updated 2026-08-19
KUK CDOE
Kurukshetra, Haryana
Shoolini Online
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
KUK CDOE rating
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Shoolini Online rating
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Shared programmes
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Both UGC-entitled
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KUK CDOE or Shoolini Online? The short answer

Cheaper: KUK CDOE — ₹72,661 against ₹1,00,000 — ₹27,339 less across the full programme. Better recognised: KUK CDOE (UGC Recognised by the University Grants Commission, UGC-DEB Distance Education Bureau recognised, AICTE Approved programmes). Pick KUK CDOE if cost decides it; pick KUK CDOE if the approval stack and career support matter more.

Cheaper
KUK CDOE
₹72,661 against ₹1,00,000 — ₹27,339 less across the full programme.
Better recognised
KUK CDOE
UGC Recognised by the University Grants Commission, UGC-DEB Distance Education Bureau recognised, AICTE Approved programmes

Reviewed 1 October 2026. Figures are taken from the universities' own published material.

Which one suits you, by learner type

KUK CDOE vs Shoolini Online — recommendation by learner type
You arePickWhy
On a tight budgetKUK CDOELowest published cost of ownership: ₹72,661 against ₹1,00,000 — ₹27,339 less across the full programme.
Working professionalShoolini Online4 specialisations against 1 — more room to match the programme to the job you already do.
Fresher, first degreeKUK CDOEStrongest approval stack on this page: UGC Recognised by the University Grants Commission, UGC-DEB Distance Education Bureau recognised, AICTE Approved programmes. That is what a first employer checks.
Government-job aspirantKUK CDOEKUK CDOE is a state/open university with UGC Recognised by the University Grants Commission, UGC-DEB Distance Education Bureau recognised, AICTE Approved programmes — the paperwork recruitment boards ask for is straightforward.
Wants placement supportShoolini OnlineShoolini positions its online MBA around mentorship from senior industry practitioners, and its recruiter board leans towards consulting, BFSI and FMCG employers.

What you actually pay — B.B.A.

Tuition is only part of it. This is the full published outgo, including registration and examination fees.

Cost of ownership: KUK CDOE vs Shoolini Online
Cost headKUK CDOEShoolini Online
Programme / tuition fee₹72,661₹1,00,000
Registration fee₹1,000Not published by the university
Examination feeNot published by the universityNot published by the university
No-cost EMI fromNo EMI plan publishedNo EMI plan published
Total outgo on published figures₹73,661₹1,00,000

What is still missing

  • KUK CDOE does not publish its examination fee for this programme.
  • Shoolini Online does not publish its registration fee, examination fee for this programme.

We publish the gap rather than an estimate. Ask the admission desk for it in writing before you pay.

Side-by-side comparison

Kurukshetra University (CDOE) vs Shoolini University Online
ParameterKUK CDOEShoolini Online
Established19562009
LocationKurukshetra, HaryanaSolan, Himachal Pradesh
ApprovalsUGC Recognised by the University Grants Commission · UGC-DEB Distance Education Bureau recognised · AICTE Approved programmes · NAAC Accredited with A++ grade · WES Evaluated by World Education ServicesUGC UGC-recognised private university; online degrees entitled by UGC-DEB · UGC-DEB Recognised by UGC-DEB for online programmes · NAAC NAAC accredited · NIRF Ranked among India's leading private research universities in national and international rankings · Accreditation Degrees carry the same value as on-campus degrees under UGC notification for online mode
Fee band₹72,661 – ₹1,02,000Fee pending verification
Programmes tracked76
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Type
Key strengthRecognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC); online programmes described as UGC-entitled, subject to verification for the specific programme/sessionUGC-recognised private university; online degrees entitled by UGC-DEB

Fee comparison

Fee bands by programme
ProgrammeKUK CDOEShoolini Online
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)₹72,661 – ₹1,02,000Fee pending verification
Master of Business Administration (MBA)₹72,661 – ₹1,02,000Fee pending verification
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)₹72,661 – ₹1,02,000Fee pending verification

Common programmes

Strengths and trade-offs

KUK CDOE

Strengths

    Things to weigh

      Shoolini Online

      Strengths

        Things to weigh

          Which should you choose

          Choose KUK CDOE if you want recognised by the university grants commission (ugc); online programmes described as ugc-entitled, subject to verification for the specific programme/session.

          Choose Shoolini Online if you want ugc-recognised private university; online degrees entitled by ugc-deb.

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          Frequently asked questions

          KUK CDOE stands out for recognised by the university grants commission (ugc); online programmes described as ugc-entitled, subject to verification for the specific programme/session, while Shoolini Online leads on ugc-recognised private university; online degrees entitled by ugc-deb. Both are UGC-entitled, so the decision comes down to fee, specialisation depth and delivery style.

          KUK CDOE sits in the ₹72,661 – ₹1,02,000 band and Shoolini Online in the Fee pending verification band for a full programme.

          Yes. KUK CDOE holds UGC Recognised by the University Grants Commission · UGC-DEB Distance Education Bureau recognised · AICTE Approved programmes · NAAC Accredited with A++ grade · WES Evaluated by World Education Services and Shoolini Online holds UGC UGC-recognised private university; online degrees entitled by UGC-DEB · UGC-DEB Recognised by UGC-DEB for online programmes · NAAC NAAC accredited · NIRF Ranked among India's leading private research universities in national and international rankings · Accreditation Degrees carry the same value as on-campus degrees under UGC notification for online mode, so both awards are treated on par with regular degrees.

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