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IGNOU MA Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Admission 2025, Placements, Curriculum

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IGNOU MA Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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Total Tuition Fees 14K - 27K
Median Package 3.4L
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Q:   What is the admission cycle of IGNOU?
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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.

Q:   What are the top 5 courses in IGNOU?
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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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₹ 14 K - 27 K
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Q:   What is the fee for M.A. at Central University of Himachal Pradesh?
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In Central University of Himachal Pradesh the Total fees for MA which has total 14 different courses is about 4000 to 5400. And eligibility criteria is graduation with minimum 50% and entrance exam CUET- PG. Different courses such as MA in Political Science, Hindi, English Language and Literature, Economics, Sociology, History, Journalism, Punjabi, New media and Communication and many more such courses. And all these courses has 33 seats. And course fees of 4k . With average package of 2.5 Lakh. 

Q:   How does the distance education through IGNOU work? How is the submission of assignments done and how are the semester and exams conducted?
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Once you get admission in IGNOU in distance education, students have to submit assignments, appear for term end exam and if required submit practical file. 

  • Assignments: Students can check the assignment on the official website of IGNOU as per their year of admission. Students have to submit the assignment within the specified time to their designated study centre. Some study centre might accept online submission. However, it is advised to submit a hard copy as well. Assignment has weightage of 30%.
  • Term End Exam: Term End Exam are conducted two times a year-one in December and other in June. Candidates can check the datesheet for the same on the official website of IGNOU.
Q:   What is the IGNOU admission process for NRI student?
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IGNOU offers only very selective programmes to international students through its overseas partner institutes. These partner institutes render student support services to such students. Such students aspiring to pursue IGNOU programmes must contact the concerned partner institute in their vicinity and fill out the admission form along with the requisite fees within the stipulated time. Click here to view the list of partner institutes along with their contact details.

Q:   What is the time frame to get admission confirmation from IGNOU?
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All the admission forms submitted via the Online Admission System are scrutinised and confirmed for admission subject to the fulfilment of eligibility criteria. These forms are processed region-wise on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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IGNOU MA Admission Dates 2025

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16 Aug '26
M.A. (ODL/Online mode-Jul 2026) Fresh registration last date
16 Aug '26
M.A. Re-registration (July Session)
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Q:   What is the last date to apply for IGNOU MA fresh admission?
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Indira Gandhi National Open University application deadline has passed. The admission have been closed now. Students seeking admission should wait for next intake.

Q:   Can I pursue 2 courses offered at IGNOU at the same time?
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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.

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One certificate programme with any
other Programme
Admission in both programmes can be taken in the same
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One UG + One PG ProgrammeAdmission has to be taken in two different
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*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.

Q:   What are the career scopes after pursing online course from IGNOU?
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IGNOU offers Degree, Diploma and Certificate courses in the fields of Language studies, Humanities, Computer Science, Social Work, Tourism, Journalism, etc. Students pursing these career-oriented courses can land jobs in the corporate as well government sector. For more information on IGNOU online courses, students can visit the official website.

Q:   Can I take admission in IGNOU in August? What is IGNOU admission last date?
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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.

IGNOU MA Admission 2025: How to Apply?

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Q:   How can I apply for the Term End Exam (TEE) of IGNOU?
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Candidates can fill out exam form IGNOU on the official website of university. The Term End Exams are held twice in a year-June and December. Candidates are required to appear once. The students need to visit official website and register with an application fee for term end exam. The registration fee varies with course. After filling out form and paying application fee, aspirants are confirmed for sitting for term end exam. 

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Q:   What after IGNOU application process is over?
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Students who have applied for B.Ed, MBA or PB BSc Nursing must appear for the required entrance and check if they've qualified it. Followed by application, application fee payment and entrance, students who have completed their registration can check their status by entering their registration number on the IGNOU admission status page. The university also notifies students about their admission confirmation or rejection through an email and a text message in the next two months.

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Q:   What should I do after taking online admission in IGNOU?
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Candidates who are selected for admission need to confirm their seat by paying the course fee. Here are few things that students will recieve after taking admission in IGNOU:

  • Once a students get admission into IGNOU, he or she will recieve the enrollment number and ID for future login to the samarth portal of the university.
  • Based on the choice made by the candidate while filling the application form, he or she will then recieve the study material. Soft copy is available on the official website of the university. 
  • Registered students also recieve a mail from the regional or study centre for counselling. It is an induction ceremony where the course is introduced to the students.
  • A schedule of classes is also shared through mail. For any query regarding classes, students must contact their study centre.
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Q:   What is the qualification required to join IGNOU?
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Candidates must meet eligibility to apply for a course at IGNOU. The minimum eligibility for UG courses is Class 12, whereas graduation is required for PG programmes. Check below IGNOU eligibility criteria for popular courses:

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Eligibility Criteria

MBA

Any UG degree with 50% aggregate

B.Ed

Any UG/PG degree with 50% OR BE/BTech with 55%

BSc

Class 12 with Science subjects

MSc

UG degree in Science stream

MA

Any UG degree

BA

Class 12

PG Diploma

Any UG degree

MCA

Any UG degree with 50% + Maths in Class 12 

BCA

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BCom

Class 12

B.L.I.Sc

Any UG degree with 50% aggregate

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IGNOU MA Curriculum

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M.A. in English,IGNOU
M.A. in Economics,IGNOU
M.A. in Jyotish,IGNOU
M.A. in History,IGNOU
Discontinue-(May- 2025)- M.A. in Psychology,IGNOU
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Q:   Do classes take place in IGNOU?
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Yes, Indira Gandhi National Open University conducts its classes in its study centres, under the guidance of regional centres. However, IGNOU doesn't run any classes in the main campus. When a student registers for a course in IGNOU the student picks a Study Centre and a Regional Centre according to their choice. The books are obtained from the selected study centre. Also, IGNOU offers a facility called IGNOU Online' which gives its students an opportunity to study online for programmes and courses which are not available in the area where they live in.

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IGNOU MA Placements 2024

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Based on 476 Student Responses
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Students get substantial industry exposure

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Higher in core jobs

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Majority opted in India

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Students are expected to reach out to companies themselves

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Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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IGNOU vs DU SOL vs SCDL Pune

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Q:   Which is better among DU SOL and IGNOU for an MA course?
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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:

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Total Fee (MA)

IGNOU

INR 9,000 - 25,600

DU SOL

INR 2,000 - 76,000

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

Q:   Which is better IGNOU or DU SOL in terms of placements?
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IGNOU and DU SOL, both are government-approved reputed distance learning universities in India. They have dedicated career placement cell that connects potential recruiters with students. In terms of regional reach, IGNOU has more centres spread across the country as compared with DU SOL. IGNOU has a larger set of courses as compared to DU SOL that has courses primarily related to Humanities and Commerce. According to unofficial sources, the starting salary of IGNOU students start from 3.5 LPA. The top recruiters of IGNOU in recent past included leading companies such as HCL, Wipro and Parle. It will depend upon students’ priority in terms of location, study centre and course-selection to choose between IGNOU and DU SOL.

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M.A. in English - Batch of 2022
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Learning Experience: Course, study procedure, and exam procedure are smooth. In any course at the University, one can get so much knowledge and information. I am so grateful to the University for all these. After my admission, I received study materials and books from the study center. IGNOU sends all study material by post and also a project guide, which is very convenient for the student. It's an open university, so there's no campus placement, but it's the best open university. The evaluation of marks is a bit tough, but it's considered equal to regular universities. Exams are conducted in exam centers.
Placements: College helps you get interviewed by different hotels for the 6-month industrial training program. The stipend offered is approximately 3000. The placement scenario is not that good. According to me, getting a placement depends on a student's academic career: how he has performed in exams, how attentive he was in class, how active he was in group discussions, and so on. Placement depends on all these criteria. Only a deserving child gets a placement. There are ample opportunities for graduates and post-graduates to select the best career for themselves. The placement depends on oneself.
Faculty: All the faculty members were very supportive and friendly. There were both male as well as female faculty members, but everyone was like a real friend, a real teacher, and a real path-showing person. They all treated us, students, as their own children and never made harsh words with any of the students during my study period. The structure of the course was very good and well-organized, but it was on the tough side. Very little focus was given to practicals, but I had to submit 8 assignments in total in the 2-year M.A. course.
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Master of Arts in Population and Family Health Studies - Batch of 2023
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College provide industrial visit frequently.
Learning Experience: offers internship opportunities in following companies- Google Kaggle NPTEL Capgemini Hacker Rank etc. These intership span multiple discipline, provide students with practical experience with industry exposure.
Placements: Placement of college is very good and one of the best in chhattisgarh, highest 28 LPA and average is 6.5 Lacs Per Year. 80% Students get placed, major recruiters are Microsoft, Adobe,Hacker Rank, Tech Mahendra.
Faculty: Faculty to students ratio is 1:10. Course structure is well defined for all the department. Facilities are very helping. There are two test conducted in complete single semester. By which taking average of both tests and send it to the university.marking scheme is transparent, accurate and deserving.
Course Support: Course curriculum is well structured and provides a basic foundation in subjects.covering the wide range of topics which give ideas and knowledge about all topics.curriculum has also opportunities for intership, projects etc.
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M.A. in Political Science - Batch of 2023
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3.0Placements5.0Faculty5.0Value for Money
I have completed the course during my UPSC preparation.
Learning Experience: Teachers are decent in nature.
Faculty: Spectacular faculty.
Course Support: Books are thoroughly designed.
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M.A. in Hindi - Batch of 2026
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It is the best university for distance education.
Learning Experience: The training experience is not so good. So many courses are available in this college. It is a NAAC A+ graded university. All facilities depend on the type of college you choose at the time of admission. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus.
Placements: There is no such assurance of placements with IGNOU but there are many career options. Top companies are not visiting in our college and internships are not available. Only assignments and project work are available. The duration of the course is 2 years with average salary of Rs. 13,200 per month.
Faculty: All teachers are very helpful and well-qualified. The course curriculum is relevant. After completing this course, you will be able to pursue a career in education or become a good professor. Students need to submit assignments and projects before appearing for the exam. The exam is held once a year. The pass percentage is at least 45%.
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M.A. in Political Science - Batch of 2022
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Great learning experience.
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M.A. in History - Batch of 2021
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Very best college for pursuing M.A.
Placements: For campus placements, students are eligible to sit for interviews and apply for jobs during the final semesters. A few companies that have visited the campus for placements in the last decade are: Line Group, Dabur India, Reliance Industries, Tata Motors, SPCL, and Infosys, to name a few. The highest package has been 18–20 LPA, and the average ranges from 8–12 LPA. Approximately 75% of students get placed in major companies in their first few years. In my case, I am preparing for the UGC NET exam to secure the minimum qualification for the post of assistant professor.
Infrastructure: No, I am not staying in a hostel but I know very well about the condition of the rooms and the food given to students in the hostel. The hostel provides separate rooms for every student but those rules, which are bigger, were shared by the two individuals. They know they don't have PG every month for food and login; it costs around INR 5,000. The food is good but not up to par.
Faculty: We have a semester pattern being followed and 4 semesters for 2 years of study. Each semester, we have 4 theory papers and 1 skill development paper. In the first year, we study the ancient history of the world and our nation. In the second year, we study the modern history of India and the role of history in the tourism department. We also have vivas at the end of each semester. The syllabus system motivates us to learn. Class size:-45 Course fee: INR 17000 per year.
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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+.'

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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:

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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:

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  • Indian Society: Images and Realities
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