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.
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Febin K
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I COMPLETE PG 2019 BUT I HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE CERTIFICATE.WHAT I DO?
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Hello Sir,
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Ritika Kalra
166488347
Sir from when the online payment for 34 convocation will start. It is showing not starting not started what.
This my enrollment no 194785635
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Sir I have completed my P G course eg MEG
in year june 2015.I have neither attended convocation nor received my degree from IGNOU. Now after promotion, I required my degree .sir how can I get it now?
Sir help me pls.
Hello Sir,
I have completed my course in Year 2016 , but have not applied for Convocation and neither received any degree or certificate from the university, I only have online printed marksheet.
How can I get or apply for original Marksheet and Degree.
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Nazimah ali
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I M DOING BA TOURISM IN IGNOU.
Sir/Mam
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Mene BPCCHN course, December 2018 mein pass kiya,lekin original certificate abhi tak nahi mila, kya karu.
Sir/Mam
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33 convocation registration ID 315113.
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I had missed 33rd convocation, please suggest
Write a letter to IGNOU Delhi office (sedrc@ignou.ac.in)
To,
Dr. V.B. Negi
Registrar (SED)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi New Delhi
110068
If I have completed Diploma from iGNOU in 2020 so i will applicable for to get that original diploma certificate from this university.
When Online for 34th Convocation will start, please let me know…?
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Hello sir/mam,
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Hello sir
I have already paid for degree certificate 600/- but I haven’t received yet,
My enrollment No.is 159535717
Hello Sir,
I have already paid for degree certificate 600/- but i haven’t received yet,
My enrollment No. Is 168376113
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Kamlesh kumar Mishra
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