IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University

Both DU SOL and IGNOU are popular among students for distance programmes. Candidates can consider factors like course fee, ranking, degree acceptance, and more, while making a choice. The minimum eligibility criteria for MA at both the open learning universities/platforms is a valid bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised board. 

Below table showcases the MA course fee at IGNOU and DU SOL:

NOTE: The aforementioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to change and hence, is indicative.

The first step of the IGNOU MA admission process is to check the eligibility requirements. Candidates who meet the criteria can visit the IGNOU official website to register and apply for the desired MA course. After verification of the application, candidates can pay the fee to confirm admission. To get details regarding the MA programmes, aspirants can also visit the regional centres of the open university. 

Indira Gandhi National Open University admit candidates to its MA courses on a merit basis. The applications are shortlisted based on aggregate in the last qualifying exam, i.e., the bachelor's degree course. Thus, the aspirants who meet the course-specific eligibility criteria can proceed with the registration procedure. There is no entrance exam score requirement. After registration, the candidate's details are verified. Following this, aspirants can pay the required fee amount to confirm their seats. 

No, IGNOU does not offer a PG Diploma in Neuropsychology. However, it offers various courses that involve the study of neuropsychology. You can pursue BA Psychology and MA Psychology in IGNOU. If you have already completed master's degree in Psychology them you can pursue PG Diploma in Mental Health (PGDMH). It is a one-year course. You can pursue this course if you have completed a postgraduate degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing. The course is also open for medical graduates. There is no age limit prescribed for the course. 

Indira Gandhi Open University MA fee structure shall include tuition fee, a one-time fee, and a registration fee. The registration fee amount is non-refundable. Candidates have to pay the fee amount after registration for admission confirmation. IGNOU MA tuition fee ranges between INR 7,000 and INR 25,000. The fee payment can be done online via credit card/debit card/net banking. This fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Indira Gandhi National Open University does not have a fixed seat count for its courses. Thus, the number of seats is equal to the number of applicants in an admission year. The seat allotment procedure for the PG course is now merit-based. Hence, the applicant's performance in the bachelor's degree course is considered for selection. Candidates can get a seat in the programme by registering on the IGNOU admission portal in online mode.

Indira Gandhi National Open University offers two-year MBA course in five specialisation options. Candidates have to choose the desired specialisation in the third semester of the programme. Under each specialisation, certain subjects are offered to choose from. Mentioned below are specialisation-wise subjects that the candidates can choose from:

Financial Management Area:

• Working Capital Management
• Capital Investment and Financing Decisions
• Management Control Systems

Operations Management Area:

• Operations Research
• Project Management
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management

IGNOU MBA (Banking and Finance) course curriculum is inclusive of subjects related to the field of Management and related to the course specialisation. The curriculum include semeste-wise subjects and specialisation courses that can be opted in the third semester of the programme. Some of the subjects covered during the course are:

• Business Environment
• Marketing Management
• Business Laws
• Information Systems for Managers
• International Business Management
• Business Ethics and CSR, etc. 

IGNOU MBA course is offered across different specialisations. It is a two-year course spread across four semesters. The candidates are allowed to choose the specialisation courses in the third semester of the programme. Subjects offered under the Financial Management Area specialisation of the MBA course is as follows:

• Working Capital Management
• Capital Investment and Financing Decisions
• Management Control Systems
• Management of Financial Services

Yes, IGNOU MBA applicants can apply for scholarship schemes offered by the Government of India. Students can apply through the official website. Contenders visit the centre and for fianancial assiatnce.