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ignou has extended the July 2026 re-registration deadline for ODL and online programs to June 30. This applies to most courses, excluding certificate and semester-based ones. Students can re-register online, with no physical study materials provided for online courses. Scholarship opportunities are also available via the National Scholarship Portal.

ignou will conduct a mega campus placement drive at its Maidan Garhi headquarters in New Delhi, offering over 200 vacancies across multiple sectors. Recruiters including CollegeDekho.com, SarrthiIAS, and Birds Flight India Pvt. Ltd. will hire for diverse roles. The drive is open to final semester students, graduates, and experienced candidates from various streams, with some positions available for Class 12 pass applicants. Candidates must bring essential documents to participate in the recruitment process.

ignou has extended the deadline for submitting the June 2026 Term-End Examination forms. Students can now apply without a late fee until April 26, 2026. A late fee of Rs 1,100 will apply for submissions between April 27 and April 30. This extension aims to provide students with additional time to complete the application process.

Top Maoist leader Sabyasachi Panda, imprisoned in Berhampur circle jail, has successfully cleared his Master of Arts in Sociology from ignou. He also has a graduation degree from ignou and is pursuing another MA in public administration. The jail authorities have facilitated these educational pursuits by opening university centers within the premises.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened applications for the SWAYAM January 2026 semester exams on nta.ac.in. These exams, covering diverse subjects from business management to engineering, will be held in CBT and Hybrid modes from June 17 to June 21, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.

Over 3.2 lakh degrees, diplomas and certificates conferred at 39th convocation

Dashrath Singh, a retired Army veteran from Rajasthan, exemplifies lifelong learning, pursuing education relentlessly even after his service. He has amassed an astonishing array of qualifications, including multiple PhDs and dozens of degrees and diplomas, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to academic growth and a subsequent career in legal advocacy for soldiers.

Indira Gandhi National Open University has extended the registration deadline for its January 2026 admission cycle. Aspiring students can now apply for Open and Distance Learning and online programs until April 10, 2026, via the official portal. This extension applies to most courses, excluding certificate and semester-based programs. Applicants need their APAAR ID for registration.

ignou has released the tentative date sheet for the June 2026 Term-End Examinations on ignou.ac.in, covering exams from June 1 to July 15, 2026. Students must ensure course registrations are valid and assignments submitted. Discrepancies outside specified cases can be reported by March 20. The date sheet can be downloaded from the official website following simple steps.

Indira Gandhi National Open University (ignou) has extended the assignment submission deadline for June-2026 Term End Examinations (TEE). The extension applies to both ODL and online programmes under GOAL and EVBB, allowing students to submit hard and soft copies by April 30, 2026. The Student Evaluation Division (SED) confirmed the change with approval from the Competent Authority. All submission procedures remain unchanged, and students are advised to follow official guidelines to ensure timely and accurate assignment submission.

ignou has released the BEd Entrance Exam 2026 admit cards online ahead of the March 29 test. Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official website using login credentials. The university has advised early access to avoid technical delays, stressing that the admit card is mandatory for verification and entry at the examination centre.

ignou continues to admit students to its MA Psychology program despite a UGC ban on distance learning for courses requiring clinical training. This move potentially invalidates degrees for thousands of applicants, including a teacher who paid fees and attended classes, raising concerns about regulatory compliance and student futures.

Noida's Karishma Chauhan, 28, achieved 17th rank in the UPPSC PCS 2024 exam on her second try. She aims to champion women's education, empowerment, and healthcare in Uttar Pradesh. Women candidates excelled, securing 34% of successful selections and a majority of SDM posts, highlighting a significant rise in their administrative representation.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has opened applications for the June 2026 Term-End Examination, scheduled from June 1 in hybrid mode. Students can apply without late fee till April 10 and with a ₹1,100 penalty till April 24. The university has barred any post-submission changes, making accuracy and timely application critical for candidates.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has extended the registration deadline for the January 2026 admission cycle for both ODL and online programmes to March 30. Applications are open for undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses through the official admission portal. Registration for ODL programmes began on December 16, 2025, and for online programmes on December 24, 2025. Applicants must provide a valid APAAR ID and complete the admission process online through the ignou admission website.

ignou has opened registrations for its June 2026 Term-End Examinations. Students must submit their forms by April 10 without a late fee, or by April 24 with a Rs 1,100 late fee. Exams run from June 1 to July 15, with theory fees at Rs 200 and practicals at Rs 300-500. An ABC ID is now mandatory for all applicants.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has started the application process for the January 2026 admission cycle for its Open and Distance Learning and Online Programmes. Interested candidates can apply through the official admission portals until March 15, 2026, except for certificate and semester-based courses, which follow separate admission schedules.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (ignou) has extended the last date for submitting online applications for its B.Ed, BSc Nursing (Post Basic), and PGDRPC entrance exams. Candidates can now apply until March 10, 2026, for exams scheduled on March 29, 2026. ignou has advised applicants to submit forms early to avoid technical issues. Admissions for other undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for the January 2026 session are also ongoing.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University will close the extended registration window for January 2026 admissions on February 28. Candidates can apply for undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma and certificate programmes offered through ODL and Online modes. Applicants must complete registration on the official portal, upload required documents, and pay the fee before the deadline to secure admission.

Muslim candidates achieved their strongest performance in nearly a decade, with 53 clearing the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. This significant rise, including a top rank of 7, offers encouragement to aspirants. Despite this progress, the representation of Muslims in the civil services remains below their population share, highlighting ongoing challenges.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has begun the January 2026 admission process for its ODL and Online Programmes. Applications are being accepted through the official portals, with March 15, 2026 set as the last date for most courses, excluding certificate and semester-based programmes. Applicants must keep their APAAR ID ready before registration. Eligible students may apply for Government of India scholarships after admission confirmation through the National Scholarship Portal.

Indira Gandhi National Open University (ignou) will conduct a Mega Campus Recruitment Drive on February 25, 2026, at its Maidan Garhi campus for students and alumni. Employers from travel, aviation, Ed-Tech, fintech, IT, BPO, banking, insurance and healthcare sectors will offer multiple roles across Delhi NCR. Openings range from customer service and sales to academic and healthcare positions, with salaries offered as per industry standards.

Indira Gandhi National Open University students can now check their assignment marks online. These scores are crucial as they contribute to the final results. Students should visit the official ignou website to view their marks. The university typically updates these marks within 30 to 45 days after submission.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has begun online registrations for the PGDRPC July 2026 session through the Samarth portal, with March 5 as the deadline. Conducted under RCI norms, admission will be based on a 200-mark offline entrance test. The programme aims to address the growing shortage of qualified rehabilitation psychologists across India.