Indira Gandhi National Open University, (IGNOU) New Delhi

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Highlights

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++

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Important Dates

(Tentative)

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.

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Admission Process

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 degree.

2. Entrance Exams: Only for certain programs such as MBA (OPENMAT), B.Ed, and PhD.

3. Document Upload & Payment: Upload documents and pay the fee.

4. Confirmation: Admission is confirmed through email/SMS upon document verification.

IGNOU has a highly student-friendly and transparent admission procedure.

 

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Scholarship

IGNOU provides fee waivers and scholarships to economically weaker section students, SC/ST students, and differently-abled students.

 

Scholarship Type	Details
SC/ST Student Reimbursement	Fee waiver for eligible SC/ST candidates (based on income criteria)
Minority Scholarships	Offered via National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
IGNOU Fee Exemption	For students with BPL certificate
Scholarships by State Govt.	Applicable for IGNOU students based on domicile and state rules
Special Schemes	Scholarships for Differently Abled, War Widows, Jail Inmates, etc.

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Placements

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, NGOs, EdTech companies, and public sector organizations.

Category	Details
Placement Cell	Campus Placement Cell (CPC)
Placement Drives	Conducted across regional centres
Companies Visiting	Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC, Frankfinn, Aegis, etc.
Salary Range (Average)	₹3 – ₹5 LPA (Varies by course & experience)
Support	Soft skills, resume-building, interview prep sessions

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Rankings

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

Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Courses & Fees

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

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Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... Ratings & Reviews

Academics

9.7 / 10

Faculty

8.8 / 10

Infrastructure

9.4 / 10

Placement

9.4 / 10

Social Life

9 / 10

Accommodation

9.2 / 10

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Indira Gandhi National Open University, ... FAQs

Is IGNOU a recognized university?

Yes, IGNOU is UGC, DEB, and NAAC (A++ grade) recognized

. What is the mode of education at IGNOU?

Distance and online education, with offline support at study centres as an option

Does IGNOU conduct entrance exams?

Only for certain programs such as B.Ed, MBA (OPENMAT), and PhD.

Are IGNOU degrees acceptable for government employment?

Yes, IGNOU degrees are valid and accepted by all major government institutions.

How are exams and assignments administered?

Assignments are submitted offline/online; term-end exams are conducted at centres designated by the university.

Does IGNOU offer placement assistance?

Limited, but job fairs and career guidance are provided for certain programmes.

What is the fee structure?

Very low; for instance, BA programmes cost around ₹6,000–₹8,000 annually.

Are international students eligible to apply?

Yes, via overseas partner institutions or online mode of study.

Is the admission subject to any age limit?

No, IGNOU provides open learning with no age restriction.

Where shall I obtain the study material?

Hard copy by post; soft copy on eGyanKosh and IGNOU website.

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