India, March 2 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
NCVET & Karnataka State Open University (KSOU), Mysuru have signed agreement on 02.03.2026 for NCVET Recognition as Awarding Body (AB - Dual) to KSOU. Through this recognition, KSOU will be eligible to award, assess and certify the learners where training is directly being imparted by the Awarding Body in campuses or training centers owned or fully managed by it for its approved or adopted qualifications.
Dual Awarding Body status to KSOU, marks a milestone for the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) ecosystem in India. This recognition allows KSOU to function with Karnataka State territorial jurisdiction, significantly enhancing access to quality vocational education and skilli...