Status as of 2 October 2026 (source: IGNOU official website)
IGNOU prospectus: current edition
- Common Prospectus July 2026 is published on the official IGNOU website (Student Services > Common Prospectus).
- Ph.D. July 2026: information brochure and entrance-test syllabus were announced on 9 June 2026.
Common Prospectus July 2026 (PDF) | Official IGNOU announcements
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IGNOU Prospectus 2026: Download the current IGNOU Common Prospectus (July 2026) and Student Handbook here before you start studying your chosen programme at IGNOU. The prospectus gives the main details about the University, its schools and programmes, eligibility, fees, important rules, support services and the student portals. All new and existing learners should read it carefully before admission, exam form submission, re-registration or any other procedure at IGNOU.
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IGNOU Prospectus 2026
You can download the IGNOU Common Prospectus July 2026 free of cost from the official website. A one-time registration fee of ₹300 (non-refundable) and a University Development fee of ₹400 are charged at the time of taking fresh admission (in addition to programme fees). The PDF is available in English and Hindi through the official portals.
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List of IGNOU Prospectus
Download the latest student handbooks and prospectuses below:
| List of IGNOU Prospectus | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| IGNOU Common Prospectus July 2026 | Download Here |
| IGNOU Common Prospectus July 2025 (previous edition) | Download Here |
| IGNOU PhD Information Brochure July 2026 | Download Here |
| IGNOU BSc Nursing (Post Basic) Prospectus (January 2025 cycle, previous edition) | Download Here |
| MBA (Specialisations) Prospectus 2026 | Download Here |
Note: The Common Prospectus for the July 2026 session is now available. If you plan to take admission in this session, check the prospectus for programme availability, eligibility, the fee structure and important regulations.
International Students
IGNOU has a separate International Division. International learners should read the prospectus and guidelines meant for them to check the programmes offered, fees and other requirements, and then apply through the portals given there.
How to Download IGNOU Prospectus 2026
- Visit the official IGNOU website.
- Open the Student Services → Downloads section.
- Click Common Prospectus July 2026 to download the PDF.
- Save the file on your device for future reference.
What’s Inside the IGNOU Prospectus?
- About IGNOU, Schools of Studies, and support services
- Summary list of programmes with fees, duration, and medium
- Admission & re-registration rules, eligibility, refund, and category-wise reservations
- Study materials (print & digital), WEAS, eGyanKosh & mobile app details
- Evaluation system, assignment & exam guidelines, hall ticket information
- Important student portals and helplines
Important: FYUP & ME–ME (since July 2025)
From the July 2025 admission session, IGNOU has introduced the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) with Multiple Entry–Multiple Exit (ME–ME). Learners can:
- Exit after 1 year with an Undergraduate Certificate (44 credits including 4 vocational credits)
- Exit after 2 years with an Undergraduate Diploma (84 credits including 4 vocational credits)
- Complete 3 years for a Bachelor’s Degree (Major) (120 credits)
- Complete all 4 years for a Bachelor’s Honours (with Research) (160 credits)
The scheme also enables lateral re-entry (subject to conditions) using credits stored in the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC).
Key Student Portals (Quick Access)
- Fresh Admission (ODL)
- Fresh Admission (Online Programmes)
- Re-Registration (July/January cycles)
- Student Portal (ID Card, account)
- Digital Study Material (eGyanKosh)
- Assignments Download
- Exam Form (June/December TEE)
- Previous Years’ Question Papers
Exam Fees (as per Prospectus)
- ₹200 per theory course (TEE)
- Project evaluation and practical exam fees are charged additionally based on credit value
- Hall tickets are released online 7 to 10 days before the exam; take a valid IGNOU ID card with you to the centre
What Includes in IGNOU Prospectus?
The Prospectus covers what you need to know to go through your programme: admission and re-registration rules, the credit system, assignments, exams, fee support schemes, learner support centres, guidelines for international students, grievance redressal (iGRAM), placement assistance and more.
is mphil in arabic course available in ignou
antiragging affidavit kitne rupees ke stamp pe banata he plz bataye
IS BACHLAOR OF MASS COMMUNICATION IS AVAILABLE IN LUCKNOW
sir, i completed graduation and i have 2 years teaching experience.
can i apply b ed odl mode in IGNOU program.
please reply me 🙏
kya Bathinda ignou reginal centre se bsc ho sakti h please tell me
I SAY THAT IGNOU I HAVE IN PSYCOLOGY MA SO COURSE SUGGESTION IT ME
I want do postgraduate diploma in food safety and quality management . can you tell me which regional center i have to contact in bangalore. it would be helpful if you provide with reply
I had taken admission in MEC course in January 2022 but did not appear for any exam. I don’t want to continue this course now and take fresh admission in MEC course. Can I take fresh admission in MEC? Please help
Plz send me prospectus of MBA in HR .
What’s the difference between IGNOU MCA and IGNOU MCA_New?
M.Ed program is there in IGNOU I want to join
2ND YEAR OF , M.A.IN EDUCATION
PL SEND MY PROGRAM GUIDE
HOW PREPARE – DISSERTATION ??
ZILA MADHEPURA, BIHAR
please anyone mail me the prospectus of m.com
sir पहले मैने mjpru university से B.A कर रखा है क्या अब में इग्नू से पुन B.A कर सकता हु
anyone have prospectus of BA honours in sociology of January 23 admission
sir
my enrollment no 995029035 BTCM COURSE COMPLETED BUT 3 THEORY PAPERS PAPERS PENDING HOW TO COMPLETE MY DEGREE
Namste Sir, after taking long gap once again can we start study, i completed M.Com now if i want to study further which course or programming is course is best for carrier
Good noon Maam? Sir
I want to join post graduate diploma in industrial safety. Let me know the study center for the same.
pranam karta hoon sirji , kya IGNOU se, BPP, B.com & M.com pass karne ke baad direct PhD Indian mythology lekar kar sakta hoon ki nahi ,woh v Hindi medium se taki sahi se Gyan de daku dharti wasiyo ko kyounki god gifted vardan hai mujhe darshan shashtra main mahir aur sarbocho Gyan hai hamari,aur yadi nahi tou kya Financial Administration & Management lekar Doctorert ki upadhi sampurna kar sakta hoon ki nahi.
Though I have done M.A. in history from IGNOU with 52% but my % in graduation was 43. I am an In-service teacher for last 13 years and done D.El.Ed. through distance from IGNOU itself. Am I eligible for B.Ed. Program?
i am looking at Pursuing BBAR. i have clear my 12th with Ignou and in 1st year at maharshtra state board. can i still apply for this and pursue 2 degrees Simultaneously.
is this available for pg in yoga in IGNOU
Need material management prospects with fees & course time
Can I Admission In IGNOU MA Home Science
कृपया मुझे बी पी पी का परोसपैकट भेजने की कृपा करें।
Am From SriLanka. I want to follow the Master of Education. Can I follow the course through online?
Kindly e-mail International students Prospectus for Bachelor of Library and Information Science.
want to take admission for MA in psychology
kindly mail prospectus of PGDAC
Is there any short term course on NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY 2020. If yes, then write here the exact official link address to apply for this course.
I had completed Bsc nursing from IGNOU & I also done MBA HAHM can I apply for PhD in nursing…,
Kindly mail the prospectus for the PGDHHM Course.
Regards
Dr. Rajesh Kotwal.
Hi is their msc chemistry course to study in ignou distance mode in the meghalaya
I have completed PGDIS from IGNOU. Now can i eligible to get admission directly in second year of MCSIS directly?
whats your opinion and suggestion for PGDIS?
Hi Shruti,
I would like to know more about this course, i am interested to join either PG DIS or MS IS directly for 2 years. How hard it was and help for lab and teaching compare to other open / distance universities? I am from Tamil nadu with BBA (maths & Computer Applications).