IGNOU Extends January 2026 Admission Deadline To February 28

NEW DELHI: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended deadline for admissions to its January 2026 session for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online programmes to February 28, 2026.

The extension provides relief to students who could not apply on time or whose applications were incomplete.

IGNOU has advised applicants to complete the admission process well before the deadline to avoid issues such as heavy website traffic or payment failures.

Candidates can now apply or re-register for the January 2026 academic session by visiting the official website, iop.ignouonline.ac.in.

Courses Open for January 2026 Admission

Undergraduate (UG): BA, BCom, BSc, BBA

Postgraduate (PG): MA, MCom, MSc, MBA

Diploma and Certificate Courses

Professional and Skill-Based Programmes

The university conducts admissions twice a year, in January and July.

How to apply for IGNOU courses

Step 1: Visit the official IGNOU website, ignou.ac.in.

Step 2: Click on Register Online and select Fresh Admissions.

Step 3: Choose New Registration and complete the registration details.

Step 4: Create a username and password and submit the form.

Step 5: Log in using the credentials sent to your email and mobile number.

Step 6: Fill in the application details, select the desired programme, and submit the form.

Complete details and admission guidelines for ODL programmes are available on the official portal, ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Required Documents

• Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
• Graduation degree (for PG courses)
• Passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Valid ID (Aadhaar/other government ID)
• Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.