NEW DELHI: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the application deadline for January 2026 admissions and re-registration.
Candidates can now apply or re-register for the January 2026 academic session until February 15, 2026 by visiting the official website, iop.ignouonline.ac.in.
Advisory for online programme
- The IGNOU has also issued an important advisory for online programmes.
- Students enrolled in online programmes must study through digital platforms.
- A laptop or computer with reliable internet access is mandatory.
- Learners should be comfortable using online learning systems and tools.
- IGNOU will not provide physical study materials for online programmes.
- All course content and learning resources will be available in digital format only.
- Students who prefer printed study materials and direct academic support should opt for ODL programmes.
- ODL programmes follow a more traditional learning approach.
Complete details and admission guidelines for ODL programmes are available on the official portal, ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.
Poster/Flyer for further Extension of last date for January, 2026 Fresh Admission and RR pic.twitter.com/bFAyR9McoC
— IGNOU RC-CHENNAI (@RCCHENNAI1) February 2, 2026
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.