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| Feature | Details | 
| Name | Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) | 
| Established | 1985 | 
| Type | Central University (Distance/Open Learning) | 
| Location | Maidan Garhi, New Delhi | 
| Approved By | UGC, AICTE, NCTE, INC, NAAC A++ | 
| Event | January Session | July Session | 
| Admission Start Date | November 2024 | May 2025 | 
| Last Date to Apply | January 31, 2025 | July 31, 2025 | 
| Re-Registration Deadline | January 31, 2025 | July 31, 2025 | 
| Term-End Exam Form Submission | March 2025 | September 2025 | 
| Term-End Exam Dates | June 2025 | December 2025 | 
| Admit Card Release | May 2025 | November 2025 | 
| Result Declaration | August 2025 | February 2026 | 
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
IGNOU admissions are held twice a year: January and July sessions. Admission Process: 1. Eligibility Check: Depending on the program; most UG courses need 10+2, PG courses need a bachelor's ...
IGNOU provides fee waivers and scholarships to economically weaker section students, SC/ST students, and differently-abled students. Scholarship Type Deta...
IGNOU may not have a traditional placement cell, but it facilitates employability through the following: Major Recruiters (for MBA and professional programs): LIC, Max Life Insurance, HDFC Life, NG...
IGNOU is recognized globally for its pioneering initiatives in open and distance learning.
IGNOU is a leader in open education and is recognized worldwide for its innovations in distance education.
| Feature | Details | 
| NAAC Accreditation | A++ Grade by NAAC in the first cycle of accreditation (very high rating) | 
| UGC Recognition | Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) | 
| Distance Education Council (DEC) | Approved | 
| International Standing | Partnered with several institutions across 40+ countries | 
| Academic Strength | Offers more than 200 programs in undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate levels | 
| Student Base | Over 3 million active learners, making it the largest university in the world by enrollment | 
| Innovation & Quality | Operates a Centre for Internal Quality Assurance (CIQA) to constantly enhance academic standards | 
| Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility | 
|---|---|---|
| B.ED | ₹2K ( 1st Year Fees ) | Pass Graduation with 50% | 
| MA | ₹5K ( 1st Year Fees ) | Post Graduation | 
| BA | ₹4K ( 1st Year Fees ) | 10+2 |