

IGNOU B.Sc. (Post Basic) Courses & Fees
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IGNOU Post Basic BSc Eligibility & Highlights 2024
In the field of Nursing, IGNOU offers a post-basic BSc in Nursing programme of three-year duration to the students. Candidates seeking admission must have a valid score in the OPENNET exam conducted by the University.
Selection Process
- A merit list for admission is prepared by the regional centres for admission based on marks obtained in the entrance exam
- A counselling round is conducted by the regional centre after advance intimation to all learners
- Candidates offered admission are required to deposit the programme fee (non-refundable) after verification of all the certificates and documents in the counselling round
The following table mentions the minimum eligibility criteria and course fee for this programme:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| BSc Nursing (Post Basic) |
Qualifying exam: OPENNET - Class 12 - 3-years Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) - 2 years of experience (after registration as RNRM) OR - 3-year Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) - 5years of experience (after registration as RNRM) |
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Commonly asked questions On Highlights
IGNOU admission cycle opens twice in a year i.e. January and July. The registrations for January session usually begins in December and close by March. The July session for ODL/ Online programmes begin in May and continue till July. The mode of application is online for all the courses.
Yes, IGNOU has a dedicated Campus Placement Cell, which is popularly known as CPC. The Campus Placement Cell organises campus placement drives from time-to-time. The notification regarding campus placement drives is uploaded online in the placement section of the official website. The job notifications include detailed information regarding no. of vacancies, eligibility, application date, salary package, etc. Apart from this, IGNOU CPC has a strong base of alumni network that helps fellow students to stay updated with relevant job vacancies.
As per the official brochure released, a student is allowed to pursue two academic programmes simultaneously through ODL / Online mode, as per the illustration given below.
| Course | Details |
|---|---|
| One certificate programme with any other Programme | Admission in both programmes can be taken in the same admission cycle |
| One UG + One PG Programme | Admission has to be taken in two different admission cycles *Admission can be taken only in specified courses. Details are available on IGNOU website |
| Two UG Programmes | |
| Two PG Programmes |
Certain programmes are not allowed under the simultaneous registration. Students are advised to visit
the official prospectus for the same. Additionally, there will be no change in the counseling/ assignment submission/ examination schedule in case dates for the above clash for the courses in which a student has taken admission.
One of the leading universities in India, IGNOU offers over 200 UG, PG, diploma, certificate and doctoral courses via open and distance learning (ODL) mode. Candidates interested in IGNOU admission can apply through the online admission portal for ODL programmes, i.e. ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in. In addition, the university launched an Online Education portal under its umbrella and now, it offers more than 40 UG, PG, Diploma and Certificate courses via the same.
Out of all these courses, some of the popular ones are listed below:
- BA
- BCom
- BSc
- MBA
- B.Ed
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IGNOU B.Sc. (Post Basic)Popular courses
Commonly asked questions On All Courses
Hello!
Yes IGNOU can be a good choice for BA Philosphy course. IGNOU is one of most well known and trusted open colleges.
Candidates can see table showing a list of benefits and disadvantages of going for a BA course from IGNOU below -
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Affordable: Many students mention that IGNOU is an affordable option for pursuing a Bachelor's degree. | Limited infrastructure: Some students feel that infrastructure at IGNOU is limited, especially in comparison to traditional universities. |
| Flexibility: With online courses and weekend classes, IGNOU offers flexibility to balance studies with work or personal responsibilities. | Limited interaction: Since it's an open university, students miss out on interacting with peers and experiencing campus life. |
| Good Faculty: Several students praise teaching quality of IGNOU's professors, citing their knowledge and willingness to help. | Teaching styles: A few students express dissatisfaction with certain teachers' teaching styles, finding them unhelpful or unclear. |
| Relevant curriculum: course curriculum is considered relevant to industry, making students industry-ready. | Exam difficulties: Seminars and exams can be challenging, and some students struggle to pass. |
Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.
Hope this helped your query! All the best!
IGNOU cutoff 2023 for the BEd and the Integrated BEd courses is based on the BEd Entrance test. As per the previous year, IGNOU cutoff 2023 ranged between 293 and 339 for the General category All India Quota. Tabulated below is IGNOU BEd cutoff 2023 for General All India:
| Course | Cutoff 2023 |
|---|---|
| Integrated B.A. + B.Ed. in Special Education | 365 |
| Integrated B.Com. + B.Ed. in Special Education | 293 |
| Integrated B.Sc. + B.Ed. in Special Education | 339 |
IGNOU admission is conducted in two cycles, i.e. January and July. While the registrations for the January session generally get over in March, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) admission for the July session opens in June and remains open till Jul-Aug. The admissions are mainly based on merit. Students unable to get admission in the January batch are open for admission in the July batch.
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IGNOU B.Sc. (Post Basic)Admission dates 2026
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
16 Mar '25 | B.Sc. (Post Basic) Entrance Test 2025 |
22 Jan '25 - 28 Feb '25 | B.Sc. (Post Basic) Registration 2025 start and end date |
IGNOU B.Sc. (Post Basic)Curriculum
| Specialization | Curriculum |
|---|---|
| Discontinue-(May- 2025)- B.Sc. in Nursing (Post Basic),IGNOU |
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As per IGNOU NIRF report 2026, the overall median package received during IGNOU placements 2025 was between INR 2.45 LPA and 2.85 LPA. In UG 1-year programs, 640 students were placed and 2560 students were selected for higher studies out of 3765 graduating students.
In UG 3-year course, 6917 studen
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Indira Gandhi National Open University (popularly known as IGNOU) is one of the top names for distance/ part-time education in India. IGNOU is UGC approved & is accredited by the NAAC with Grade 'A+.'
IGNOU online courses make it easy for working professionals to upgrade their academic stature with t
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IGNOU BA course is of three-year duration and is six semesters. The first semester syllabus include topics related to English in Daily Life, Individual and Society. Some of the subjects that the students study in the first semester are:
- Social Small Talk
- Money Matters
- Social Injustice
- Mountaineering in
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IGNOU BA (Hons) English course curriculum include core courses, ability enhancement compulsory courses, and generic electives. The generic electives in the UG course are:
- Gender Sensitization: Society and Culture
- Indian Society: Images and Realities
- Psychology and Media
- Rethinking Development
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IGNOU BA (Hons) English course fee is INR 15,900. It is the total fees for three-year UG course. The given fee is as per the official website or sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.
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