IGNOU Opens Fresh Admissions for January 2026 ODL Programmes; Apply by January 31

The last date to submit applications is January 31, 2026.

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced admissions for January 2026 session for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programmes. Last date to submit applications is January 31, 2026.

IGNOU in its official notice has informed candidates that admission portal is now live for all the eligible programmes offered in distance mode. Applicants have been advised to refer to this portal for list of courses available for January 2026 cycle.

As per official tweet by IGNOU, last date to submit applications is January 31, 2026.

Its notice states that candidates looking for admission should complete online application process within stipulated timeline, as applications will not be accepted after this deadline. Programme wise eligibility criteria, fee details and other admission related instructions are available on IGNOU official website.

IGNOU conducts admissions for its ODL programmes twice a year providing flexible learning opportunities to students across country. Students can check official admission portal: https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/