Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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10 Apr, 2026 Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune PG Diploma Admission is open for July 2026 session. Apply Now! The program will commence on July 1, 2026

Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning offers many online and distance learning programs, suitable for graduates and working professionals. These programs include Certificates, PG Certificates, Diplomas and PG Diplomas in Management, Operations, IT, Finance, Law, and Education, Humanities and Social Science. SCDL, Pune is inviting applications for January, 2026 batch.

Direct Link: Apply for SCDL Pune January 2026 Batch

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Admission Dates 2026

The classes for the January 2026 batch at Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning have already started. However, they are still accepting applications. Check the important dates from below.

Event Date
Last Date to register (January 2026 batch) February 15, 2026
Classes commence January 2, 2026 onwards
Induction Program (January 2026) February 14, 2026February 28, 2026March 14, 2026March 28, 2026
Last date to change program/specialisation February 28, 2026
Last date to submit eligibility documents for provisional admission February 28, 2026
Last date to pay the complete course fee February 28, 2026
Last date to pay the complete course fee (with late fees) March 25, 2026

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Admissions 2026

The admission to Symbiosis Centre for Digital Learning is given on the basis of the scores obtained in 12th standard and Graduation. The eligibility and program details are mentioned in the table below.

Faculty Course Duration Eligibility
Management PG Diploma in Business Administration 2 Years Graduation in any stream from a recognised university *at least 5 years of work experience mandatory.
Diploma 2 Years
PG Certificate 1 Year
Certificate 1 Year
Executive PG Diploma in Management 1 Year 3 Months
Finance PG Diploma 2 Years Graduation in any stream from a recognised university
PG Certificate 1 Year
IT PG Diploma 2 Years Graduation in any stream from a recognised university *UG in IT/Data Science/BCA+ Basic knowledge of Python language.
PG Certificate 1 Year
Certificate 3 Months
Design and Media PG Diploma 1 Year Graduation in any stream from a recognised university *at least 50% marks in English (compulsory subject) *additional 2 Years Diploma with at least 3 years of supervising experience.
PG Certificate 1 Year
Diploma in English Creative Writing 1 Year
Certificate 6 Months
Education, Humanities and Social Science PG Diploma 1 to 2 Years Graduation in any stream from a recognised university * with 50% marks in English (compulsory subject)+ additional 2 Years Diploma with at least 3 years of supervising experience.
Diploma 1 Year
Certificate 6 Months to 1 Year
Law PG Diploma 2 Years Graduation in any stream from a recognised university *work experience preferred
PG Certificate 1 Year
Certificate 6 Months
Diploma 1 Year

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Application Process 2026

The step-by-step process to apply at Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning, Pune is mentioned below.

  • Get the Application Form online or from the campus by paying a non-refundable application fee of INR 1,200.
  • Register on SCDL official website and fill in the details correctly.
  • Upload the necessary documents for the verification
  • Pay the course fee after at once or in installments to reserve the seat.

Note: All the payments must be online or through a Demand Draft, issued in the name of ‘The Director SCDL, Pune’ payable at Pune. The institute does not accept any cash payments.

List of Documents

Candidates must submit the photocopies of the following document in the required format:

  • Recent Passport-size Photographs in Color
  • Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card/Voter ID/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License)
  • Signature and Work Experience Certificate (if required)
  • 12th standard Marksheet
  • Graduation Marksheets and Degree
  • For Applicants under Defence Category- Proof of service certificate (if actively serving)/ discharge book (if retired)/dependent certificate (by son/daughter/wife/husband of defence personnel)

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Admission FAQs

Ques. Can students take provisional admission at SCDL, Pune?

Ans. Yes, students in the final year of their graduation can be admitted to the online distance learning courses at SCDL, Pune through provisional admission. However, they must submit the degree and graduation final semester marksheet once received or before the date specified by the institute, along with other necessary documents to confirm their admission.

Ques. Should the students submit the original documents to SCDL Pune campus for verification?

Ans. No, the students must avoid sending any original documents to SCDL, Pune. Only photocopies signed by the student should be sent for the verification process; or they may come to the campus along with the signed self-attested copies/original documents for the verification and submit the same to the SCDL Competent authority at the campus.

Ques. How to obtain offline forms for admission at SCDL, Pune?

Ans. Students seeking admission at SCDL, Pune can obtain an online form from the campus. They must refrain from ordering the form by post as the institute will not be liable for return/loss of the form.

Ques. What is the payment schedule for program fees at SCDL, Pune?

Ans. The fees must be paid at once for some PG Diploma and PG Certificate courses only. For most of the courses at SCDL, Pune, the fee must be paid in two installments-

  • First: at the time of admission
  • Second: after 45 days from the payment of the first installment/before the last date.

Installment option closes 15 days before the last date of admission.

Ques.How am I informed of the status of my admission at SCDL, Pune? When do I receive the ID Card and study material?

Ans. The student is informed of the status of his/her application form through an email by SCDL, Pune. He/she receives the ID Card within 10 days of processing of application. The study Material is dispatched within 4-5 days after the payment of the complete program fee However, provisionally admitted students are not given ID Cards until their admission is confirmed.

Ques.Can I apply for category change from International/SAARC to General or vice versa at SCDL, Pune?

Ans. Yes, you can apply for a change of category from International / SAARC to General during the continuation of the program at SCDL, Pune. However, the program fee already paid will not be refunded. If you wish to change category from General to International / SAARC, you will have to pay the difference in the program fees in INR or USD (as per prescribed exchange rate) and submit the photocopies of the valid visa and address proof.

SCDL, Pune PG Diploma Admission 2024

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning offers Post graduate diploma Courses in 17 disciplines. The Eligibility Criteria for two years, one and a half and one year Post Graduate Diploma programs is; Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Foreign / NRI /SAARC candidates are also eligible to apply. 

Final year candidates can also apply provided they produce the original degree certificate within the time frame set by SCDL. Acceptable test scores for admission are: MMS-CET/ GMAT/ NMAT/ CMAT/ CAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ XAT

Application forms for admission can be obtained from the SCDL campus or else can be filled online and printed and subsequently send to SCDL, Pune along with necessary documents. Selection is on the basis of the candidate’s performance in the graduation degree course.

Course Specialization Minimum Eligibility Selection Criteria
Post Graduate Diploma Business and Corporate Laws Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university. SCDL-PGDBA Entrance Test OR, 3 years of work experience OR, A valid score in any of the State Level MBA/ MMS-CET/ G-MAT/ N-MAT/ CMAT/ CAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ XAT or equivalent management entrance test at State or National level, valid for current academic year
Personnel Management And Human Resource Development
International Business
Insurance Management
Import and Export Management
Technical Writing in Business Management
Customer Relationship Management
Data Science
Business Administration
Insurance Business Management
PGDM Banking and Financial Services Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
Information Technology
Human Resource Management
Retail Management
Supply Chain Management
PGDBA Business Administration Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
Post Graduate Program Renewable Energy
Project Management

SCDL Pune Certificate Courses Admission 2024

SCDL offers certificate course in five disciplines of 1 year duration. Candidates having 3-year graduation degree in any discipline are eligible for admission. In Certificate programs minimum 3-year of work experience is required at supervisory level. Admission is done on the basis of qualifying exam merit.

Course Specialization Minimum Eligibility Selection Criteria
Post Graduate Certificate Management Accounting

Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University.

Integrated Law pursuing students who are in their 4th or 5th year are also eligible.

On the basis of qualifying exam.
Taxation Laws
Cyber Laws
Event Management
Entrepreneurship Development
Digital Marketing
Certification Buddha’s Teachings & Vipassana Passed 10+2
Yoga

NoteStudents awaiting their final year examination result of Bachelor degree program can also apply, subject to successful completion of their Bachelor degree program.

How to Apply for Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning?

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning, Pune conducts both online and offline application process. Application process is common for all the programs.

Following documents (photocopy) are to be enclosed along with the application form:

  • SSC and HSC Mark sheet and passing certificate.
  • Graduation degree and mark sheets.
  • Work experience documents.
  • Name change documents (if any).
  • 2 passport size photographs.
  • Photo identity proof.
  • Resident proof certificate (for Foreign/SAARC candidates)
  • Admission test score card (if applicable)

Online

Candidates can also fill the application form through online mode. Following steps are to be followed in order to fill the form online.

  • Visit the official website of the institute.
  • Purchase the online application form and E-prospectus of INR 1000/- (USD 100/- for foreign and SAARC candidates) through online banking/ debit card/ credit card/ wallet transaction. 
  • After the purchase, the link will redirect to the application form page. Click on “Fill Application form”.
  • Enter the program and specialisation preferred, personal, work experience, academic and postal address details. 
  • After filling, submit the application form and take a hard copy print of it. 
  • Send the hard copy print of the application form attaching with documents mentioned above to the following address;

Symbiosis Bhavan,
1065 B, Gokhale Cross Road,
Model Colony,
Pune - 411016, Maharashtra. 

NoteInternational / SAARC Students can purchase the prospectus and application form online for USD 100 or equivalent INR 7100/-.

FAQs

Ques. Is SCDL recognized by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)?

Ans. Yes, all of the management courses at Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning (SCDL) are approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Ques. Are the diplomas offered at SCDL accepted by other industries for employment?

Ans. The programs offered by Symbiosis are designed as industry acceptance. It provides education for the leading global corporations such as Airtel, Bajaj Finance Ltd., Bharti Pvt. Ltd., Cipla, Cognizant, Collabera, Eaton Technologies and many more...

Ques. What are the unique things in the teaching methodology at SCDL?

Ans. The highlight of the teaching methodology is the mode of study, materials provided and experienced industry experts as guest lecturers and tutors. Study materials are sent to individual students by courier for each semester at their address.
  • E-Learning modules and E-Mentoring.
  • Online Classroom Sessions including the Virtual Classroom environment where students can attend a live online classroom and interact with an expert faculty via the internet. 

Ques. Where can I purchase the SCDL Application Form?

Ans. Candidates can purchase the Application Form online from the SCDL website for INR 1000/-. International / SAARC students have to purchase the application form online for USD 100 or equivalent INR 7,100/-.

Ques. Can I submit the provisional certificate copy declared by the University on SCDL website?

Ans. Provisional certificate or its photocopy may be considered if the bachelor’s degree is awaited provided you get the internet result copy duly attested from the college principal/registrar with their official seal and signatures. However, the required Bachelors’ degree and certificates must be submitted within the timeline to get confirmed admission 

Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Important Events

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Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Pune Upcoming Important Dates 2026


Expired Events

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Date for Application for Admission 2026 [Certificate in Arts]
Feb 22, 2026
Date for Application for Admission 2026 [Certificate in Computer Applications]
Feb 22, 2026
Date for Application for Admission 2026 [Diploma in Arts]
Feb 22, 2026

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