Center for Online & Distance Education in Chennai
Flexible academic pathways for students and working professionals in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, across India and abroad, with program-specific academic guidance and support.
Study While You Work. Continue Learning Wherever You Are.
Saisha Institutions' Center for Online & Distance Education presents undergraduate, postgraduate, technical and open-schooling pathways for students, employed professionals and returning learners. The catalogue below reflects the existing Saisha online and distance education page.
Depending on the awarding institution and the chosen program, eligible learners may explore online, open-and-distance-learning (ODL), or other permitted study arrangements. Saisha provides guidance on program selection, admission requirements and applicable academic support.
Online, Distance & Flexible Education for Different Learners
Working Professionals in Chennai
Explore suitable MBA, management, computing and other academic pathways while continuing employment, subject to program rules.
Students Across Tamil Nadu
Understand available undergraduate, postgraduate and flexible study options and the requirements of each awarding institution.
Learners in India & Abroad
Seek guidance on eligibility, online access, geographic restrictions, identity verification and examination arrangements.
Returning Learners
Explore continuing education and eligible academic progression routes after an interruption in studies.
Courses Offered Through the Center for Online & Distance Education
Browse the existing programme catalogue by academic level. Availability, mode and awarding authority are confirmed separately for each program.
Technical & Engineering
B.Tech, M.Tech and technical diploma pathways.
Explore catalogue →Postgraduate
MBA, MCA, MSW, PGDBA, MA, M.Com and M.Sc.
Explore catalogue →Undergraduate
BBA, B.Com, BSW, BCA, B.Lit, BA and B.Sc.
Explore catalogue →Open Schooling
Secondary and senior secondary education pathways.
Explore catalogue →Technical and Engineering Programmes
The existing catalogue lists B.Tech / M.Tech engineering pathways in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), Computer Science (CSC), Information Technology (IT), Automobile and Biotechnology.
Technical Diploma Programmes
Listed study areas include Mechanical, Fire & Safety, Civil, EEE, ECE, CSC, IT, Automobile and Biotechnology.
Postgraduate Programmes for Graduates & Working Professionals
MBA & Management
MBA — General, Finance, Human Resources (HR), Marketing and Systems, as listed in the existing catalogue. University, specialisation and delivery mode are subject to confirmation.
Computing & Professional
Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Master of Social Work (MSW) and Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA).
Arts, Commerce & Science
MA, M.Com and M.Sc in available subject areas and specialisations, subject to university offerings and eligibility.
Undergraduate Programmes: Business, Computing, Arts & Science
Business, Commerce & Computing
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) and Bachelor of Literature (B.Lit).
Arts & Science
BA and B.Sc across available major streams, subject to the relevant university's program catalogue, recognition and admissions criteria.
Flexible School Education Pathways
The existing Saisha catalogue lists the following open-schooling and school-completion pathways:
- National Open School
- State Board — Private Mode (coaching support)
- Rural Institute of Open Schooling
- GMVSS — Grameen Mukt Vidhyalayi Shiksha Sansthan
- South Indian Board of Schooling
Resume Your Education & Explore Further Qualifications
Learners who have discontinued their studies can seek guidance on resuming education, pursuing higher qualifications or applying through eligible academic pathways.
Credit transfer, lateral entry and recognition of previous academic qualifications are subject to the rules of the respective university, board or awarding institution. No admission or credit-transfer outcome is guaranteed.
Request Eligibility GuidanceFrequently Asked Questions
What courses are listed under Saisha online and distance education?
The existing catalogue includes technical and engineering pathways, MBA, MCA, MSW, PGDBA, MA, M.Com, M.Sc, BBA, B.Com, BSW, BCA, B.Lit, BA, B.Sc and open-schooling options. Each program’s available mode and awarding institution must be verified.
Can I pursue an online MBA while working in Chennai?
Saisha provides guidance on flexible MBA pathways for working professionals. An online MBA degree must be offered by a university with the applicable UGC entitlement for the specific program and academic session.
Are recognised online or ODL degrees equivalent to conventional degrees?
Under applicable UGC regulations, degrees awarded through duly recognised or entitled online or ODL programs are treated as equivalent to corresponding conventional degrees. This does not automatically apply to autonomous qualifications or unrecognised programs.
Does Saisha offer part-time or weekend classes?
Academic guidance, classroom or weekend support may be available for selected programs. Confirm any such support and the official university-approved delivery mode, attendance and examination rules before enrolling.
Can working professionals living abroad apply?
Learners outside India may enquire about eligible programs. University rules, country restrictions, identity checks, online access and examination arrangements must be confirmed before admission.
Can I study engineering online or through distance education?
The catalogue lists engineering pathways, but this does not mean an engineering degree is approved for online or distance delivery. Request the exact approved mode, awarding institution and applicable regulatory approvals.
Can I resume studies after an education gap?
You can request guidance on eligible re-entry and progression pathways. Credit transfer, lateral entry and acceptance of earlier qualifications depend on the awarding institution and its regulations.
How do I verify the university and program recognition?
Ask admissions for the awarding university, exact program, academic session and mode, and verify the relevant recognition or entitlement through the applicable official regulatory records before enrolling.
Where is Saisha Institutions located?
Saisha Institutions lists its registered office at No. 621, Bazaar Road, Ram Nagar South, Madipakkam, Chennai – 600091.
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