Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) conducts its Convocation each year at the Baba Saheb Ambedkar Convention Centre, IGNOU HQ, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, along with simultaneous ceremonies at all Regional Centres across India and selected overseas centres. The University held its 38th Convocation on 5 March 2025 for students who successfully completed their programmes in the December 2023 and June 2024 Term-End Examination (TEE) sessions. A recorded webcast of the event is available through IGNOU’s official channels.
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IGNOU 38th Convocation 2025 – Live Updates
Many students eagerly await each convocation to receive their original degree certificates. IGNOU opened the online registration for the 38th Convocation for all eligible learners, and fees were payable online only.
Students who completed their programme in the December 2023 or June 2024 sessions were eligible for the 38th Convocation.
Missed registration? Students who were unable to register for the convocation can still apply to receive their degree certificate by post through the IGNOU Degree Delivery Portal.
Clarification: Students who missed registration for the 37th or any earlier convocation can also register on the Degree Delivery Portal and pay the requisite fee (if applicable) to receive their certificate from IGNOU Head Office or the respective Regional Centre.
IGNOU 38th Convocation 2025: Dates & Venue
The University organized the 38th Convocation at IGNOU’s main campus in New Delhi, with parallel events held at Regional Centres across the country. The convocation was also broadcast live through official channels.
| Events | Official Dates & Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Registration | January 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Registration | 25 February 2025 |
| Fees for IGNOU Convocation | Rs. 600 per certificate (Degree/Diploma) and Rs. 200 per certificate (PG Certificate/Certificate) |
| Date of IGNOU 38th Convocation | 5 March 2025 (Wednesday) |
| Convocation Timing | 11:00 AM |
| Venue | IGNOU Headquarters, New Delhi, and respective Regional Centres |
| Chief Guest of Convocation | Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Union Education Minister of India |
| Dress Code for Male Candidates | White or cream-coloured Indian attire |
| Dress Code for Female Candidates | White or cream-coloured Salwar Kameez, Sari, or Kurta set |
Note: Eligible students were required to register within the deadline to ensure timely issuance of their certificates. Students who missed registration can now apply through the Degree Delivery Portal to receive their certificates.
Who is Eligible for the 38th Convocation?
All candidates who successfully completed their degree or diploma programmes in the Term-End Examinations held in December 2023 and June 2024 were eligible to register for the 38th Convocation and receive their original degree certificates.
Where to Attend the 38th Convocation?
Learners were invited to attend the convocation at their respective Regional Centres or the IGNOU Headquarters as per their registration details.
Students who opted not to attend in person but paid the registration fee will receive their certificates by post after the convocation.
IGNOU Convocation Registration Procedure 2025
Registration for the 38th Convocation was conducted online. Candidates needed to log in using their 9-digit or 10-digit enrollment number, fill out the registration form, and pay the fee online through debit card, credit card, or net banking.
For non-registered or undelivered cases: Students can now apply through the IGNOU Degree Delivery Portal to receive their certificates by post after paying the applicable fee.
IGNOU Convocation Fee 2025
- Rs. 600 per certificate for PhD, MPhil, Master’s, Bachelor’s, PG Diploma, and Diploma programmes.
- Rs. 200 per certificate for PG Certificate and Certificate programmes.
For students who completed Certificate or PG Certificate programmes between the 20th and 33rd Convocations, there is no fee for receiving certificates. Those who completed during the 34th to 38th Convocations must pay Rs. 200 per certificate.
IGNOU Convocation Status 2025
Students who registered online can print their acknowledgement after successful payment of the convocation fee. If the acknowledgement is not visible immediately, IGNOU advises students to wait up to 48 hours before trying again.
IGNOU Degree Certificate Not Received?
If you missed the convocation registration or have not yet received your certificate, you can still obtain it using the following steps:
- Visit the IGNOU Degree Delivery Portal (for 20th to 38th Convocations) and apply online.
- Verify whether your certificate is available at your Regional Centre or Headquarters.
- Pay the requisite fee (if applicable).
- For payment-related queries, contact 011-29572209 or email convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in
- For Certificate or PG Certificate queries, contact 011-29572224 or email convocation@ignou.ac.in
- For Degree or Diploma queries, contact your Regional Centre.
IGNOU Convocation 2025: FAQs
Q1. Can I obtain my degree certificate without registering for the convocation?
No. Registration is mandatory to receive the original IGNOU degree certificate. If you missed the registration window, you can apply through the Degree Delivery Portal.
Q2. Is it possible to apply for convocation offline?
No. All registrations and payments must be completed online.
Q3. Do I have to attend the convocation in person to get my certificate?
No. Attendance is not compulsory. Your degree certificate will be sent to you by post if you selected that option during registration.
Q4. Who was eligible for the 38th Convocation?
Students who completed their programmes in the December 2023 and June 2024 Term-End Examinations.
Q5. What were the convocation fees for 2025?
Rs. 600 per degree/diploma and Rs. 200 per certificate.
Q6. Who was the Chief Guest of the 38th Convocation?
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Union Education Minister of India.
Q7. When was the IGNOU 38th Convocation held?
On 5 March 2025, at IGNOU Headquarters, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, and Regional Centres across India.
I am sayeda Afsha students of ignou regional center is Ludhiana i have completed my master degree in higher Educations .now how can I receive my original certificate.
I am Komal Shah, a student from IGNOU Study Centre, L.D. Arts College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, bearing Enrollment no: 175432986. I have completed my DNHE but I missed convocation registration date. Now how can I get my original degree certificate. An early reply will be highly appreciated.
I am sajad lone, student of ignou regional center Srinagar Kashmir. I have completed my masters degree in English in June 2018.i was not able to register for convocation. Now how can I get my original degree certificate.
I m Nita Rajak , A student from Ignou Regional center Kolkata ,bearing Enrollement no. 130595715
I have completed my m.com degree in year 2016, but i have not received any convocation letter, so please tell me how can I get my m.com final degree.
Please take a look and give me any solution to resolve the issue.
An early reply will be highly appreciated.
Hi Sir/Madam
I am Suresh, a student of IGNOU
My Enrollment:166635427 and Program Code:MEG. I have completed my program month of june 2018 but so far I have not got any certificate. Please any one help me, how to get my certificate…I contact to Delhi but no one is picking up my phone….And I emailed but no reply….
I am Arpita Jain , A student from Ignou Regional center Indore (Christian eminent clg ) Bearing Enrollement no. 146056987 ,
I have completed my mca degree at year 2018 , but i have not received any convocation letter , so please tell me How can I get my mca final degree …
Please take a look and give me any solution to resolve the issue ..
An early Reply will be highly Appreciated..
good mornings sir
i have completed m.a in hindi from ignou in 2017.
now what is the procedure to collect my degree pls suggest.
ASAP
sir, I have not registered 32 convocation . I have completed BA on june 2018, so please tell me what should i do now.
hello Friends i am Sudeep Chakraborty I have registered 32 IGNOU Convocation at Ranchi Namkum and I will Complete B.Com graduate Degree So that’s University In commerce programme is Very fine but Very vast & critical Study So My Advise If You Study in Commerce So Please Keep deeply Knowledge in All Course in Blocks.
Sir, it’s been long I have registered for the 31st convocation and unfortunately couldn’t attend it and I haven’t got my degree certificate by post also. How long should I wait? Kindly let me know.
Sir can u confirm when the next convocation (33rd) will declare
SIR I HAVE COMPLETED MCA IN JUNE 2018 AND MISSED TO FILL THE 32ND CONVOCATION FORM THIS YEAR .HOW CAN I RECEIVE MY ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE . CAN I FILL FORM IN NEXT CONVOCATION. PLZ SUGGEST.
Sir I am the student of ignou BA enrollment is 156686932, so I have a big problem so my marks is not added in the grade card and my grade card is also not update till today,how can I do please can you solve my problems. Thank you.
What about those who couldn’t attend due to whatever reason? When will the original degree be dispatched to permanent address?
can i carry my mobile phone,because i am not resident of delhi and staying far away,as it is mentioned not to carry any electronic gadgets.,,,,,
Sir actually I forgot to register for the 32 convocation ,so please help me
Sir, I have passed my B.Sc Nursing last year. Missed to apply for 32 convocation. What is the procedure to get the original certificate? Do we need to wait till the next convocation?
sir, I have passed MPA from IGNOU (Regional Centre, Khanna) and have applied for the 32nd convocation and have paid Rs.600/- online. Kindly convey me the date and time of 32nd convocation at Regional Centre, Khanna as I have to reach there from Bathinda, which is at a distance of 180 KM.
Thanks sir,
Kulwinder Singh,
# Z-7-08862, Lal Singh Nagar,
Bathinda-151001.
Sir/Madam,
i have completed my BA course in June 2018 and i have received the Mark sheet and Provisional Certificate but i haven’t received my Degree original Certificate.
further, registration for 32nd Convocation is also closed and hence i couldn’t apply for the same. is it possible to get the original certificate without registering for the 32nd convocation?
if so, than kindly guide me in this matter.
Thanks & Regards,
I have to collect my BA certificate but not filled online form for 31st convocation,and today I knew that online registration is closed .now I m worried how to get my certificate,can I go to my regional center Siliguri on the convocation day directly as and can I get my certificate there??
Or please tell me about the way to get the same.
Sincerely thanks.
Respected sir my friend complete her bed in the year 2016 December but she not collect her convocation please tell me sir how can she collect her convocation please sir
Sir,
i completed MCOM from ignou on dec 2017 except one subject and i wrote that arrear subject on dec 2018 . i passed every subject now it updated in grade card too .what is the next procedure .so how i will get my cerificate because this 32 convocation is only for dec17 and june 2018 . and my enrollment no is not taking for convocation registration. also there is a spelling mistake in my address provide to ignou i want to change that to
plz guide me
whn was the convocation of Dec 2018 exms Of ignou
Sir,
My RC is Khanna. Since currently I’m residing at Mumbai, for 32nd convocation,I’ve applied online for Mumbai RC.
Can I attend convocation at Mumbai RC?
Are all or only shortlisted candidates being called for convocation.
Please reply.
Sir l have already registered in convocation registration form through online mode bearing enrollment no.150691960 on dt.11-06-2018 to get my B.ed University certificate but till now I didn’t get any certificate from IGNOU as I needed urgently.
Sir l have already registered in convocation registration form through online mode bearing enrollment no.119081030 on dt.11-06-2018 to get my BDP-BSc University certificate but till now I didn’t get any certificate from IGNOU as I needed urgently.
sir i have completed my mca 2018 june passed out i got result too i have passed all subject when to apply for convocation 2018 june passed out and still i did not receive my marksheet 1st to 6th sem, but when i check in ignou website they mention like will get the marksheet to our address but still i did not receive, please help me on this.
Hi gayathri,
If you not received ur marksheet . please visit to ignou university maidhangarhi. and collect ur marksheet & provisional degree and other releated document .
Sir i already register 31st convocation and enable to attend and paid 600rs fee so after how much time it take to sent by post
Please help me on
Any tentive date for 31st convocation.I completed my McA in Dec 2016 still waiting for my original degree.I have submitted the fees and in any way is it possible to get it before convocation as I need it urgently.
Hi
We have registered for 31st convocationin sept 2018, it is about 4 to 5 months but date of convocation was not finalised yet. Can you let us know when it was going to be finalised.
Regards
Ravi Saini
Sir when l get my degree certificate
I have completed MBA during June 2017 and got the provisional certificate. But, I am waiting for the date of 31st Convocation for receiving my original certificate from RC, Cochin . Enr. No.160400127
V.K.UNNIKRISHNAN NAIR.
dear sir,
i completed MBA from ignou in 2017 ,can anybody let me know that when i eligible for getting My certificate document through Ignou convocation.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO TAKE ALL ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES FROM UNIVERSITY BEFORE 31 CONVOCATION? BECAUSE I NEED IT CURRENTLY.
Hi sir. I completed B.Ed at 2016.I forgot to apply for convocation 31. What can I do sir? When will apply for convocation? Please help me.
Hai I am nuthanshree from Mysore, I completed my M.A in English and got grade card on the month of February 2018 but how to get convocation certificate and when shall I want to apply to get that please inform me sir.
I have completed BA in June 2017 received provisional degree certificate but not received original final degree certificate which date will be 31 convocation. please sir tell me
Acknowledgement
Enrollment No.: 131813254
Name: GURPEJ SINGH
Program: BA(MAJ)ESO
Control No.: 372583
Fee Amount: 600/-
Get Information 31st CONVOCATION 2018
I AM BIRENDRA KUMAR GUPTA .A STUDENT FROM IGNOU REGIONAL CENTRE RANCHI, JHARKHAND (MARD) ENROLLMENT NUMBER 151734699 .I HAVE COMPLETED MY DEGREE AND NOT RECEIVED PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATE . I HAVE ONLINE PAYMENT 31st CONVOCATION 2018. SO WHEN I AM COLLECT THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE & HOW CAN I GET THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE. SO GIVE ME ANY SOLUTION & WHEN ORGANIZE 31st CONVOCATION 2018
I had completed my B.COM A&F Course in June 2017, so I was eligible for 31st convocation, when i tried to register for the same it always showed me server error. I tried contacting Ignou people numerous times through mails and phone but they never responded. Now the registration has been closed. How should i get my original degree certificate now?
When will be held 31th convocation ?
when will be the 31st convocation (dates)?
how many days they take to issue original degree?
I am lalatendu naik bearing enrollment 151010960 have completed my bed in December 2016.Till now I have not received any convocation letter or message.so how can I get the original bed CERTIFICATE? Please help
I completed my b.ed in December 2016 . May l know the details about 31 convocation and when it will be held..plz……
Sir l am Ansu Jacob from kerala.I completed my graduation in december 2016 . May l know the details about 31 convocation and when it will be held..plz…reply .l have already got the provisional certificate and mark list but l need my original one…plz..reply must …
I am a student of MCA programme and completed it in Dec 2016. I have paid Rs.600 through online mode in August 2018 but still have not received my degree. Enrolment no 137899234. Kindly help.
Sir i m vineetha priya from kasaragod. i forget to register in 31st convocation.the dates are already gone. Please help me. How can i get my original certificate sir?..
Hi, my name is Anjelina Gloria Ekka & my enrolment number is:- 146946369. I have completed M.COM in December 2016. Can you please tell me that when is my 31st Convocation? As I’ve already paid the registration fees for the same on 9 Aug 2018. I’ve already got the provisional certificate. I need the Degree at the earliest. Pls, tell me the 31 convocation date.
Thanks
Anjelina
Please send me 31st convocation date sir
When will be held 31th convocation.
Please reply me
Hi, my name is Reema Chatterjee & my enrolment number is:- 126387130. I have completed B.COM from Dinabandu Andrews College in December 2016. Can you please tell me that when is my 31st Convocation? As I’ve already paid the registration fees for the same on 11th June 2018. I’ve already got the provisional certificate with marksheet in March 2017. I need the certificate at the earliest. Pls, get back to me at the earliest.
For any info contact me:-
REEMA CHATTERJEE
Hi I am parshant Sharma I passed pg economics in August 2018 and Can u please tell me in which month on which date online form will be filled
I m sadaf irshad..mene 2017 m ignou with b.ed kiya tha…or degree k registration bhi online kradiya tha..but meri degree ab tk ni mili mujhe..plz help nd reply