- 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
