- IGNOU extended the January 2026 admission and re-registration deadline to February 15, 2026
- Applications can be submitted online at iop.ignouonline.ac.in for the January 2026 session
- Online programme students must use digital platforms and have a laptop with internet access
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced a fresh extension of the application deadline for January 2026 admissions and re-registration. Candidates can now apply or re-register for the January 2026 academic session until February 15, 2026 by visiting the official website at iop.ignouonline.ac.in.
Apart from this IGNOU has also issued an important advisory for online programmes.
1. Students enrolled in online programmes must study through digital platforms.
2. A laptop or computer with reliable internet access is mandatory.
3. Learners should be comfortable using online learning systems and tools.
4. IGNOU will not provide physical study materials for online programmes.
5. All course content and learning resources will be available in digital format only.
6. Students who prefer printed study materials and direct academic support should opt for ODL programmes.
7. ODL programmes follow a more traditional learning approach.
8. Complete details and admission guidelines for ODL programmes are available on the official portal: ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.
Steps to apply
- Visit the official IGNOU website at ignou.ac.in.
- Click on Register Online and select Fresh Admissions.
- Choose New Registration and complete the registration details.
- Create a username and password and submit the form.
- Log in using the credentials sent to your email and mobile number.
- Fill in the application details, select the desired programme, and submit the form.
