IGNOU Fresh Admission Jan 2026 Online Form - Last Date 28 February 2026 | Courses, Fees, Eligibility & How to Apply

Eligibility by Programme

Undergraduate (UG)

• 12th standard or equivalent from a recognised board. Some programmes may require specific subjects.

Postgraduate (PG)

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Diploma/Certificate

• Eligibility varies by course, typically ranging from 10th/12th to graduation depending on the programme.

Professional programmes (e.g., B.Ed, MBA, Nursing) may involve entrance tests, minimum percentages, or subject prerequisites. Always verify the latest prospectus for exact requirements.

Important Dates

• Admission form release: 16 December 2025
• Start of online registration: 16 December 2025
• Last date to apply (fresh admission): 28 February 2026 (extended; verify on the portal for latest updates)
• Re-registration window: Open separately on the re-registration portal
• Admission confirmation/status: Typically within weeks after submission and fee payment via portal

Note: The last date has been extended to 28 February 2026 for ODL and Online programmes. Please verify any further updates on ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Application Fee

• Registration / Application fee: ₹300 (non-refundable) for fresh admission, payable at the time of form submission.
• Programme fee: Varies by course (per year/semester); details are in the prospectus and on the portal.
• Payment modes: Online via credit/debit card, net banking, UPI, etc.
• Refunds: Fees are generally non-refundable except as per the IGNOU refund policy.

Important Instructions

Documents to Upload

• Recent passport-size colour photograph (scanned)
• Scanned signature
• 10th and 12th mark sheets/certificates (UG)
• Graduation mark sheets/degree (PG/Diploma)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
• Disability certificate (if claiming benefits)
• Government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
• Programme-specific documents (e.g., experience certificate, NOC)

After Submission

• Applicants will receive an enrollment number after confirmation.
• Study materials may be provided in printed form by mail or digitally via eGyanKosh.
• Regular updates will be communicated through email/SMS on the registered contact details.

FAQs Covered in the Post

• Last date for IGNOU Fresh Admission Jan 2026: 28 February 2026 (extended; check portal)
• How to apply: Exclusively on the Samarth portal mentioned above
• Eligibility overview: UG 12th, PG bachelor’s degree, programme-specific rules
• Registration fee: ₹300 (non-refundable) plus programme fee
• Courses available: BA, B.Com, MA, MBA, BCA, diplomas, certificates, and more in ODL/Online modes