IGNOU Last Date: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for applications for the January 2026 session. The previous deadline for applications was February 28th, but now it has been extended to March 15th, 2026. This extension is only for online programs. This extension will not apply to certificate and semester-based courses.

Candidates who have not previously applied can now apply for online courses through the official website, ignou.ac.in. Candidates are advised not to wait for the deadline and complete the process by submitting the application fee in time.

When can you apply?

The last date for applications was February 28th. Now, the last date has been extended, allowing applications until March 15th, 2026.

Various IGNOU Courses

IGNOU offers various courses:

Courses available at the undergraduate level:

BA, BBA, BCom, BCA, BSc, BSW

Courses available at the postgraduate level:

MBA, MA in various specializations, MCA, and MCom.

Required Details for Application

Candidates must have the following documents ready when filling out the form:

Passport-sized photo (less than 100 KB)
Signature (less than 100 KB)
Educational certificate (less than 200 KB)
Experience letter, if applicable (less than 200 KB)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC), if applicable (less than 200 KB)

How to apply for IGNOU?

Step 1: Visit the official website, ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.
Step 2: Click on the 'New Registration' link on the homepage.
Step 3: Complete the registration by entering your basic information.
Step 4: Log in with your registered username and password.
Step 5: Fill out the application form.
Step 6: Upload the required documents and pay the prescribed fee.
Step 7: Submit the form and save its printout.