At Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Patiala (Punjab), we believe that education is the key to transforming lives and building a progressive society. Online and Distance Learning (ODL) has become an essential component of education in today’s world. With rapid digital innovations, education has become more flexible, accessible and inclusive, catering to the needs of every learner.

ODL enables students to pursue education wherever they are, with or without being physically present in a classroom. This approach is invaluable for individuals who lack access to traditional forms of education due to financial constraints and other challenges. Education under ODL mode contributes significantly to the democratization of education worldwide due to its exclusive flexibility.

Open Universities movement has played a transformative role in expanding access to higher education for all segments of society, including working professionals, defence personnel, learners with disabilities and even incarcerated individuals. In this spirit, JGND PSOU has emerged as a distinguished institution of inclusive and accessible higher education, steadfast in its mission to reach every section of society, particularly those who are deprived from education. We remain deeply committed to extend our reach across every region of Punjab, ensuring that diverse learner groups-marginalized communities, persons with disabilities, jail inmates, working professionals and lifelong learners are provided meaningful opportunities to pursue quality education.

Our learner-centric approach empowers individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary for excellence in their chosen fields. Through strategic collaborations, quality research and a commitment to high academic standards, the University stands firmly on the pillars of access, affordability, equity and excellence in education.

We are here to support your dreams, aspirations and growth at every step. I encourage you to make the best use of the opportunities and resources provided by JGND PSOU to build a better future for yourselves, your families and society at large. Through strategic collaborations, groundbreaking research and an unwavering commitment to quality, JGND PSOU continues to reinforce the pillars of access, affordability, equity and excellence in education. We at our University endeavor to uphold the ideology of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It is our conviction, determination and motto to do SEWA for All—Skill Enhancement, Employability, Wisdom and Accessibility. The committed efforts of our team are directed toward achieving our vision and mission, which focus on community development through inclusive, Open, Distance and Flexible higher education. Innovative and global best practices are adopted to positively transform the teaching-learning pedagogy, enhance students’ skills, promote languages, arts and culture, foster a holistic learning environment and meet the evolving needs of higher education. It is our continued commitment to achieve new milestones for society.

I wish each of you great success in your careers.