YCMOU Study Centers in Palghar District: Complete List of 32 Centers (2026)
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) operates one of India’s largest statewide distance learning networks, with study centers spread across every district of Maharashtra to bring higher education within reach of students in urban and rural areas alike. This guide covers all 32 YCMOU-affiliated centers in Palghar district, giving students, parents, and educators a single, reliable reference point for admissions, course enquiries, and center verification.
What Is a YCMOU Study Center?
A YCMOU study center is an institution — often an existing college, school, hospital, or training institute — that is officially affiliated with Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University to deliver its distance and open learning programs locally. These centers act as the university’s ground-level presence for students who cannot attend a full-time campus.
Typically, a study center handles:
- Admissions — receiving and verifying enrollment forms for YCMOU programs
- Contact sessions — organizing periodic in-person classes, workshops, or guidance sessions
- Examinations — serving as an examination venue or facilitation point for term-end assessments
YCMOU classifies its affiliated centers into four broad categories:
- College — a regular degree or junior college offering YCMOU programs alongside its own curriculum
- Institute — a specialized training or professional institute (e.g., nursing, hospitality, computer education)
- University Department — a center directly linked to a YCMOU academic department
- Study Center — a dedicated facility whose primary role is supporting YCMOU distance learners
How to Search for a Center on the YCMOU Portal
Students can filter centers on the official YCMOU website by district, taluka, program/course, or center code. This makes it easy to shortlist the nearest available center before applying, rather than sorting through the state’s full list of affiliated institutions manually.
Complete List: YCMOU Study Centers in Palghar District (32 Centers)
| Code | Study Center Name | Parent Body | Taluka |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35272 | Adarsh Junior College, Vikramgarh, Thane | Government | Vikramgad |
| 1083 | Aksharshilp PIMAAS Pvt. Ltd | Government | Palghar |
| 35209 | Alliance Hospital | — | Vasai |
| 37010 | Anandibai Joshi Nursing Prashikshan Kendra | Government | Vada |
| 3507A | Annasaheb Vartak College | Government | Vasai |
| 37007 | Anutai Wagh Madhyamik and Ucch Madhyamaik Vidyalaya | Government | Dahanu |
| 3504A | Arts, Commerce and Raje Yashwant Jr. College | Government | Jawhar |
| 37006 | Brahma Kumaris, Vada | Government | Vada |
| 31445 | Bramha Kumaris, Vasai, Thane | — | Vasai |
| 35286 | Chima Patil Shikshan Sanstha Kalyani Patil Degree College, Nallasopara(E) | Government | Vasai |
| 35208 | Com. Godavari Shamrao Parulekar College of Arts | Government | Talasari |
| 37012 | Deep Education Society’s A.G.S. of Education (B.Ed.) Boisar | University | Palghar |
| 37013 | Deep Education Society’s Deep Degree College, Boisar | Government | Palghar |
| 37008 | Dr. Shashikala Potnis Arts and Commerce College, Padmabhushan Tarabai Modake Vidyanagari | Government | Dahanu |
| 35207 | Godavari Parulekar Arts College | Government | Talasari |
| 37004 | Gokhale Education Society’s Arts, Commerce & Science College | Government | Jawhar |
| 35191 | Indian Institute of Hospitality Management | — | Vasai |
| 3512A | Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kosbad Hill | — | Thane |
| 35291 | Laxmi Ratan Shah B.Ed. College, Wada, Thane | Registered Society/Charitable Trust | Vada |
| 35241 | Lupin Ltd | Government | Palghar |
| 37001 | Murlidhar Nanaji Mohite Guruji College of Arts, Commerce & BMS Khodala | — | Mokhada |
| 2070 | Protech Computer Education | Government | Palghar |
| 35275 | Rishi Valmiki Junior College, Vasai | — | Vasai |
| 37005 | Sanjeevan Gramin Vaidyakiya Samajik Sahayata Pratisthan Arts, Commerce and Science College, Onde Vikramjad | University | Vikramgad |
| 35232 | Shri R.S. Dubey Jr. College of Arts and Com. | — | Vasai |
| 37003 | Smt. K. L. Tiwari College of Design Studies | Government | Palghar |
| 3502A | Sonopant Dandekar College | Government | Palghar |
| 1181 | USK Agrosciences | Government | Palghar |
| 37002 | V. M. Patil Krushi Pratisthan, Asangaon | Government | Dahanu |
| 35282 | Vidya Vihar English School and Junior College, Virar, Thane | — | Vasai |
| 37015 | Vijayalaxmi Maternity, Surgical and General Hospital, Nalasopara | Government | Palghar |
| 37009 | Wada College of Management and Science | Government | Vada |
Step-by-Step Guide to Finding a YCMOU Center Near You
- Visit the official YCMOU website and locate the “College/Study Center Search” or District-wise List section.
- Select Palghar from the district dropdown menu.
- Narrow results further using the taluka filter — Palghar district covers 9 unique talukas: Vikramgad, Palghar, Vasai, Vada, Dahanu, Jawhar, Talasari, Thane, and Mokhada.
- Cross-check the center code shown on the portal against the list above to confirm you have the correct institution.
- Note the Parent Body column, as it indicates whether the center is government-run, university-linked, or managed by a registered trust.
- Click through to the center’s detail page (where available) for admission timelines and contact-session schedules.
Contact Details and PDF Downloads
For center-specific queries — admission status, contact-session dates, or document submission — students should reach out directly to the respective study center listed above, as YCMOU does not centrally manage day-to-day communication for each affiliate.
For record-keeping, students are advised to download the official district-wise PDF from the YCMOU portal rather than relying on third-party lists, since center affiliations, codes, and parent bodies can be updated periodically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many YCMOU study centers are there in Palghar district? There are 32 YCMOU-affiliated centers currently listed for Palghar district.
Q2. What is the admission process at a YCMOU study center? Students generally apply through the YCMOU portal or directly at the study center, submitting required documents and fees during the notified admission window. Exact steps can vary slightly by program.
Q3. Why is the study center code important? The center code uniquely identifies each institution in YCMOU’s records and is required for admission forms, exam registration, and verifying that a center is genuinely affiliated with the university.
Q4. Where can I find the official, up-to-date list of centers? Always verify center details on the official YCMOU website, as affiliations and contact information may change over time.
