IGNOU Admission 2025: Eligibility, Application Process & Dates

K Krishna Priya

Updated on - Dec 16, 2024

IGNOU Latest Updates

December 16, 2024

• IGNOU January 2025 Session admissions are now open. The last date to submit the form is January 31, 2025. Applicants must apply using a DEB ID on the official website of IGNOU- ignou.ac.in. 

December 12, 2024

• IGNOU has made it easier by implementing a procedure for learners to generate their DEB ID, which is a must while enrolling in courses of ODL and also through online mode. For DEB ID, the learner is required to follow strict rules and regulations as mentioned on the official website of IGNOU

December 10, 2024

• The IGNOU B.Ed 2025 application process is now open. Eligible candidates can apply for the application form on the official website of IGNOU. This course provides a route to professional teaching careers. Applicants should go through the eligibility criteria, ensure that all details are correct, and submit the form before the deadline to get a chance for admission into this prestigious program.

December 02, 2024

• IGNOU TEE December 2024 begins today. More than 27,000 students from different countries are appearing for the term-end exam of several diploma and degree courses. The last exam for the session is scheduled for January 9, 2025.

IGNOU admission 2025 for the January 2025 cycle will soon begin with registration. IGNOU offers various UG, PG, doctoral, diploma, PG diploma, certificate, PG certificate, and advanced certificate courses. 

Indira Gandhi National Open University admission takes place twice a year: January and July. Candidates can pursue both online and ODL (Open and Distance Learning) programs at IGNOU. The selection criteria for IGNOU admission are based on merit (marks obtained in the qualifying exam) for most of the programs. However, for some courses like B.Ed, BSc Nursing, MBA, and PhD, selection is based on valid scores in the IGNOU entrance examination.  

The entrance exams accepted for MBA and B.Sc Nursing admission are OPENMAT and OPENNET, respectively. The institute conducts its entrance exams for B.Ed and PhD programs. Online admissions at IGNOU are precise, with its portal single-handedly managing all student data. Here's more on campus life and student insights at GetMyUni Verdict.

Table of Contents

• IGNOU Admission: Important Dates
• IGNOU UG Admission
• IGNOU PG Admission
• IGNOU Application Process
• IGNOU Helpline

IGNOU Admission: Important Dates

Candidates can check all the important dates and events related to IGNOU course admission 2025 in the table below:

IGNOU UG Admission 2025

Indira Gandhi National Open University admission for UG courses is provided to the eligible candidates. More information on the various programs offered for IGNOU UG admission 2025 is provided below.

IGNOU PG Admission 2025 

IGNOU admission 2025 to PG programs is offered to candidates holding a bachelor's degree in the relevant subject field. Candidates must make sure to meet the IGNOU eligibility criteria to get admission to the institute. More information on the few programs offered for IGNOU PG admission 2025 is provided below.

IGNOU Doctoral Admission 2025

IGNOU admission 2025 will be offered for PhD courses in a variety of specializations. From management, technology, and computer science to agriculture and education, there are various PhD courses offered by the institute. Candidates can opt for any of the fields based on their area of interest. Know the fee and IGNOU admission criteria for PhD admission below.

IGNOU Diploma Admission 2025

IGNOU provides diploma courses in a wide array of fields, including agriculture, management, continuing education, foreign languages, and many more. More details on Indira Gandhi National Open University admission for diploma courses can be checked below:

• Total Fee: INR 3,800 to INR 12,700. It must be noted that the fee varies for each diploma course.
• Eligibility Criteria: The minimum requirement is to pass 10+2. For admission to the Diploma in Event Management, candidates must have studied English as a subject in class 12th. Also, studying Mathematics is important in 10+2 to pursue a Diploma in Smart City Development and Management. 
• Selection Criteria: Merit-Basis

IGNOU PG Diploma Admission 2025

Candidates can opt for a range of PG diploma courses at IGNOU. For most of the PG diploma courses, the eligibility criteria is to complete graduation in a relevant discipline. Check out the various PG diploma courses offered by IGNOU, their fee structure, and more:

• Total Fee: The PG Diploma course fee ranges from INR 1,600 to INR 21,600. It must be noted that the fee varies for each diploma program.
• Eligibility Criteria: The basic requirement for admission to PG diploma courses is a bachelor's degree. However, the eligibility criteria can differ from one course to another. For instance, to get admission to the PG Diploma in Computer Application, the applicant must have studied Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
• Selection Criteria: Selection is based on merit. However, for admission to certain PG diploma courses, the institute considers relevant work experience.

Read More: IGNOU PG Diploma Admission

IGNOU Certificate Admission 2025

Candidates who wish to take up short-term courses can look into the certificate courses available at IGNOU. Here are some more details about the IGNOU certificate courses, including fee details and eligibility criteria.

• Total Fee: It costs around INR 1,400 to INR 5,000 to pursue certificate courses at IGNOU. Candidates must note that the fee differs for each diploma course.
• Eligibility Criteria: Most certificate courses offered by IGNOU require candidates to have passed 10+2. However, for admission to certain certificate courses, candidates must complete a bachelor's degree in the relevant field. For the Certificate in Food and Nutrition, no formal qualification is required but the candidate must be at least 18 years of age to apply. For programs like Certificate in Bee Keeping, candidates who have qualified for class 8th can also apply. 
• Selection Criteria: Selection is based on merit. However, for admission to a few of the certificate courses, the institute considers relevant work experience as the selection parameter.

IGNOU PG Certificate Admission 2025

IGNOU offers PG certificate admission in areas like Agriculture Policy, Cyber Law, Climate Change, Industrial Safety, Geoinformatics, Power Distribution Management, etc. The duration of these courses is generally 6 months. Candidates interested in pursuing PG certificate courses from IGNOU must look into the following details.

• Total Fee: INR 1,800 to INR 6,000
• Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Selection Criteria: Merit-Basis

Read More: IGNOU PG Certificate Admission

IGNOU Advanced Certificate Admission 2025

IGNOU admission 2025 is also granted for advanced certificate programs. Candidates can opt for advanced certificate programs in Power Distribution Management, Information Security, etc. Learn more about the IGNOU Advance certificate admission here:

• Total Fee: INR 5,400
• Eligibility Criteria: For an advanced certificate in Information Security, the minimum eligibility criteria is the completion of class 10th. However, to pursue an advanced certificate in Power Distribution Management, a candidate must have a bachelor's degree/diploma in engineering.
• Selection Criteria: Merit-Basis

Read More: IGNOU Advance Certificate Admission

IGNOU Application Process 2025

Candidates interested in any of the courses offered by IGNOU can apply online or offline. The application process varies as per the course desired and the entrance exam required for IGNOU admission 2025; however, the candidates must meet the IGNOU eligibility criteria before applying for any program.

For IGNOU online admission 2025 and to acquire the application form, candidates must register on the official website. To know more about the course-wise fee structure, refer to the IGNOU Courses and Fees page. The IGNOU application form fee must be paid through Demand Draft at the respective study centers/offices.

Steps to Apply for IGNOU Admission 

IGNOU online admission 2025 is open for the next academic session. The steps below will help candidates register online for the IGNOU admission process and apply for the desired program.

• Step 1: Visit the official IGNOU website.
• Step 2: Click on “Register Online”.
• Step 3: Register yourself by filling in the required registration details.
• Step 4: The username and password will be created and sent to the registered Email ID and Phone number.
• Step 5: Log in to your account.
• Step 6: Fill the application with legit information.
• Step 7: Upload the scanned copy of the documents asked for.
• Step 8: Pay the application fee and submit.

Documents Required for Application Process 

After submitting the IGNOU application form, the following documents should be scanned before starting the Indira Gandhi National Open University admission process.

• Signature (less than 100 KB)
• Passport size photo (less than 100 KB)
• Proof of age (less than 200 KB)
• Educational Qualification (less than 200 KB)
• Experience Certificate (if any) (less than 200KB)
• Category Certificate if SC/ST/OBC (Less than 200 KB)
• A scanned copy of the BPL certificate is below the poverty line (less than 200 KB)

IGNOU Selection Process 2025

IGNOU selection criteria are based on both merit and entrance examinations. Moreover, for some of the courses, candidates are required to have valid work experience. More information about the IGNOU selection process is given below:

• For admission to management programs like MBA and other diploma courses in management, OPENMAT scores are considered for admission.
• Admission to BSc Nursing is granted based on valid scores in the OPENNET exam conducted by IGNOU.
• IGNOU conducts entrance examinations for PhD admissions at the national level. Therefore, candidates must get valid scores to get selected for PhD admission.
• For B.Ed and M.Ed courses, selection depends on the entrance tests conducted by the university.
• For all the other courses, the selection criteria is based on merit. Work experience is also taken into consideration for higher-level courses.

IGNOU Entrance Exams 2025

IGNOU conducts entrance exams for some courses like B.Ed, MBA, M.Ed, BSc Nursing, and PhD. Check out the IGNOU entrance exams for the respective courses here:

IGNOU Admission Helpline 2025

For further guidance or assistance concerning the admission process, refer to the below-mentioned IGNOU Admission helpline contact details.