IGNOU Invites Applications To MBA Programmes For January 2026 Session
The MBA curriculum covers finance, marketing, human resources, operations, and supply chain management.
NEW DELHI: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced admissions to its Master of Business Administration (MBA) programmes for the January 2026 admission cycle.
The programmes are being offered in the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode by the School of Management Studies (SOMS).
The MBA courses are designed to meet present-day industry requirements while maintaining academic rigour and flexibility for learners, the IGNOU said.
Eligibility criteria
Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years duration.
General category candidates need to have secured a minimum of 50 per cent marks in their qualifying degree.
For candidates belonging to reserved categories, the minimum required marks are 45 per cent.
IGNOU has advised eligible candidates to apply within the prescribed timelines for the January 2026 session.
Detailed information about the MBA programme, including admission guidelines and programme structure, is available on the official IGNOU website, ignou.ac.in/schools/programme/MBA.
The MBA programme offered by IGNOU is an AICTE-recognised postgraduate degree.
The university stated that the programme is aligned with the evolving needs of the business and management sectors.
The curriculum focuses on both theoretical knowledge and practical understanding of management concepts, IGNOU said, adding that the programme is suitable for fresh graduates as well as working professionals who are looking to enhance their skills and career prospects.
The MBA curriculum covers a wide range of functional areas in management. These include finance, marketing, human resources, operations, and supply chain management.
The programme also integrates current industry practices to ensure that learners are exposed to real-world business scenarios.
The study material has been updated to reflect changes in the business environment and management practices.
One of the key highlights of the IGNOU MBA programme is its flexible learning structure. Being offered in the Open and Distance Learning mode, it allows learners to study at their own pace. This makes it especially suitable for working professionals, entrepreneurs, and students who are unable to attend regular classroom-based programmes.
The university also emphasised that the fee structure of the programme is affordable, making management education accessible to a wider section of students.