IGNOU July 2026 Admission: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for new registrations for the July 2026 batch to October 13, 2026. This deferment allows extra time for aspirants willing to get themselves enrolled in UG, PG, PG Diploma, and Diploma programs being offered by the university via Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online formats. But it is important to note that this extension does not apply to semester-based courses or certificate programs.
Candidates who wish to pursue their distance learning and online degree courses can get themselves registered through IGNOU’s online admission websites ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in for ODL and ignouiop.samarth.edu.in for Online Learning. During the registration process, the candidate will have to make a student account, fill in all the necessary information and submit scanned copies of their photograph, signature, educational certificates, and make an amount of non-refundable fee of ₹300 plus the program fees online.
How to Apply for The IGNOU July 2026 Admission
To apply for the IGNOU July 2026 Admission follow the steps given below:
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Go to the appropriate IGNOU portal for admissions.
Click on New Registration to register yourself.
Choose the program you want to pursue.
Fill in the required information.
Upload the necessary documents.
Pay the application/program fee.
Submit the form and print the confirmation.
Applicants must verify their eligibility, program details, and fees before applying.
IGNOU July 2026 Admission: Key Highlights
Below are the key highlights related to the IGNOU July 2026 Admission:
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Information |
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University |
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) |
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Admission Cycle |
July 2026 Academic Session |
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Extended Registration Deadline |
October 13, 2026 |
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Eligible Programmes |
ODL & Online UG, PG, PG Diploma, and Diploma courses |
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Excluded Programmes |
Certificate and Semester-based programmes |
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Non-Refundable Application Fee |
₹300 |
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ODL Registration Portal |
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Online Programme Portal |
IGNOU July 2026 Admission Extension
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Extended Registration Period: Students who have an interest in distance learning can apply for themselves using their new applications in the Samarth admissions websites until October 13, 2026.
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Exceptions: The above-mentioned extension of deadlines will not apply to students enrolled in semesters or certificates.
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