Online Education at IGNOU
Access quality education through multiple digital platforms and modes
Online Programmes (IOP)
45 fully online programmes delivered through IGNOU's own LMS – study from anywhere, anytime.
SWAYAM Courses
268 MOOC courses on SWAYAM platform with optional credit transfer facility, available for free.
Virtual Classes & SWAYAM PRABHA
Live virtual classes, recorded lectures, and 24×7 DTH-based educational television channels.
IGNOU Campus Gallery
Glimpses of IGNOU Headquarters, New Delhi — spread across 151 acres
Welcome to IGNOU
Welcome to Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), a premier institution established by an Act of Parliament in 1985. Empowered by the IGNOU Act, the University holds a unique mandate to provide inclusive and equitable access to higher education across the nation.
IGNOU proudly stands as the No. 1 Open University in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) and the first Open University to receive the prestigious A++ accreditation from NAAC. With over 69 Regional Centres, 2,000+ Learner Support Centres pan-India, and 25 Overseas Study Centres in 15 countries, IGNOU reaches the remotest corners of India.
With 333 programmes and 45 online academic programmes, the University aligns with NEP 2020 to meet emerging educational and professional needs.
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Browse Our Programmes
333+ programmes across diverse disciplines
CIT – Certificate in Information Technology
ODL Mode | 0.5 Yr
DECE – Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education
ODL Mode | 1.0 Yr
PGDCA – PG Diploma in Computer Applications
ODL Mode | 1.0 Yr
BAG – Bachelor of Arts (General)
ODL Mode | 3.0 Yrs
BCOMG – Bachelor of Commerce (General)
ODL Mode | 3.0 Yrs
BCA – Bachelor of Computer Applications
ODL Mode | 3.0 Yrs
LLB – Bachelor of Laws
ODL Mode | 3.0 Yrs
BSCG – Bachelor of Science (General)
ODL Mode | 3.0 Yrs
Schools of Studies
21 specialized schools covering a broad spectrum of academic disciplines
How to Apply?
Simple 4-step admission process for all IGNOU programmes
Choose Programme
Browse 333+ programmes and select one matching your goals and eligibility criteria.
Register Online
Create account on IGNOU Admission Portal (samarth.edu.in) and fill the application form.
Pay Fee & Upload Docs
Pay the programme fee online and upload required documents including photo and certificates.
Get Enrollment
Receive your enrollment number and study materials. Start your IGNOU journey!
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Student Testimonials
Hear from IGNOU learners across the globe
IGNOU allowed me to balance work and study simultaneously. The flexible schedule and supportive faculty made my MBA journey incredibly rewarding.
The quality of course materials at IGNOU surpassed my expectations. Completing my Bachelor's through ODL was a transformative experience.
IGNOU was a great avenue to rekindle my educational journey at my own time and pace, with flexible learning environment.
Age is just a number! Thanks to IGNOU, I pursued my BCA at 45 and completed it successfully while continuing my professional work.
IGNOU's distance learning format let me balance work, family, and studies. The online resources kept me motivated throughout.
Pursuing MSW through IGNOU gave me invaluable knowledge and fieldwork experience that solidified my passion for social work.