Extension of Last Date for Fresh Admissions of July 2026 till 31.07.2026

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for submission of Fresh Admission applications for the July 2026 Session till 31st July 2026 for all notified programmes offered through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes.

The extension provides another opportunity for aspiring learners across the country and abroad to enrol in IGNOU's wide range of academic programmes and pursue quality higher education through the University's flexible and learner-centric education system.

Applications can be submitted online through the following Samarth admission portals:

• ODL Programmes:
  https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/

• Online Programmes:
  https://ignouiop.samarth.edu.in/

Prospective learners are advised to visit the respective admission portals to view the list of notified programmes, eligibility criteria, fee details, and other admission-related information before submitting their applications.

IGNOU offers a comprehensive range of Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate Programmes in disciplines such as Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Education, Social Work, Library and Information Science, Tourism, Rural Development, Languages, Journalism, Health Sciences, Agriculture, Vocational Education, and several other emerging and professional fields.

Some of the popular programmes offered during the July 2026 admission cycle include Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Rural Studies (BFRS), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics (MSCDSA), and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (MSCAIML), along with a wide range of career-oriented diploma, postgraduate diploma, and certificate programmes designed to meet the evolving educational and professional aspirations of learners.

As India's largest Open University, IGNOU continues to provide accessible, affordable, flexible, and quality higher education to millions of learners. The University's Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system enables learners to pursue education at their own pace while balancing professional, personal, and family commitments.

Why Choose IGNOU?

• Flexible learning through Open and Distance Learning and Online modes.

• Affordable fee structure with quality education.

• UGC-recognized degrees and programmes approved by the relevant statutory bodies.

• NAAC A++ Accredited University.

• Comprehensive Self-Learning Materials in print and digital formats.

• Robust learner support through a nationwide network of Regional Centres and Learner Support Centres.

• Technology-enabled teaching-learning ecosystem with online counselling, digital resources, and student support services.

• Programmes aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, promoting flexibility, multidisciplinary learning, and lifelong education.

IGNOU has consistently empowered learners from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, including working professionals, women, rural learners, differently-abled persons, and those residing in remote and underserved areas, by making higher education accessible without geographical or time constraints.

Prospective learners are encouraged to make use of this extended opportunity and complete their admission process well before the revised deadline of 31st July 2026.