• First Open University in India
  • Role Model for many Open Universities in India
  • Access to large numbers
  • Access to non-formal hitherto deprived groups of learners
  • User friendly Self-instructional quality learning materials
  • Quality Research in Academic disciplines
  • Establishment of GRADE, CIQA and UGC - DEB Affairs
  • Satellite Technology for teaching-learning processes
  • Innovative Undergraduate Programme Design-foundation courses, core courses and Application oriented courses
  • Basic Science Programmes through distance mode
  • Professional Programmes through Distance Mode
  • System of Continuous Learner Support Services
  • Partnerships and Collaborations for Diversification of Programmes
  • Promotion of Research and Training for ODL
  • Library Automation
  • Rich Infrastructure
  • Technology enabled Services and Systems
  • Establishment of RCCs in District Headquarters
  • Huge Network of Centres across the 2 Telugu States
  • Introduction of Online Registration and Fee Payment System
  • 'Help Desk' for Learners' Guidance/Advice