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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 9K - 27K
Median Package 3.4L
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Q:   Can I do PhD after MA from IGNOU?
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The Open University provides PhD programmes in different areas of specialisation. IGNOU PhD course admission is done based on accepted exam scores, followed by an interview round. Aspirants can check out more details aboutthe  PhD at the Open University, here. Interested candidates should go through the eligibility and selection requirements before proceeding with the application formalities.

Q:   Which subjects are taught in the IGNOU MA in Economics course?
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IGNOU MA course curriculum include subjects related to the field of Economics. The two-year course is divided into four semesters. There is a certain credit attached to each subject. Mentioned below are some of the subjects covered in the course:

  • Micro Economics
  • Macro Economics
  • Public Economics
  • Indian Economy, etc.
Q:   What is the current fee structure for the M.A. course at IGNOU?
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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.

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IGNOU MA Admission Dates 2025

DatesPast Events
15 Oct '25
M.A. (ODL/Online mode-July 2025) Fresh registration last dateOngoing
30 Sep '25
M.A. (ODL/Online mode-July 2025) Re-registration last date
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Q:   How to get admission for MA at IGNOU?
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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. 

Q:   Which subjects are taught in the first semester of IGNOU MA in English course?
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IGNOU MA in Education is a two-year course, divided into four semesters. There are a list of subjects included in each semester. The subjects taught in the first year of IGNOU MA in Education programme as per its curriculum are:

  • Educational Resarch
  • Understanding Education
  • Education: Nature and Purposes
  • Learning, Learnerer, and Development
  • Societal Context of Education
  • Operational Dimensions of Education
Q:   What is the last date to apply for IGNOU MA fresh admission?
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Indira Gandhi National Open University has extended its application deadline from Jul 15 to Jul 31. Candidates seeking admission to the MA courses can apply in Jul session till the extended date. Additionally, the candidates who are pursuing the course can re-register as well. The IGNOU re-registration date is extended till Jul 31 as well.

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 the university. Term End Exams are held twice in a year-June and December. Candidates are required to appear once depending on their admission year. Aspirants need to visit the official website of IGNOU and register with an application fee for term end exam. The registration fee varies with course. After filling out the form and paying the application fee, aspirants are confirmed for sitting for term end exam. 

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IGNOU MA Curriculum

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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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INR 9,000 - 25,600

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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. In addition, both have their dedicated career placement cell that connects potential recruiters with students. However, in terms of regional reach, IGNOU has more centres spread across the country as compared with DU SOL. Further, 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 generally start from INR 3.5 LPA. Further, the top recruiters of IGNOU in recent past included leading companies such as HCL, Wipro and Parle. To conclude, it will solely depend upon students’ priority in terms of location, study centre and course-selection to choose between IGNOU and DU SOL.

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The placements offered at IGNOU are decent as top companies like Reliance Life Insurance, HCL Technologies, Amazon, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Deloitte, YouTube, etc., come here.
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Since this is a part-time course, mostly working professionals take this course, so there are no campus placements.
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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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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 English - Batch of 2022
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My review about this college
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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M.A. in Hindi - Batch of 2026
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5Placements5Faculty5Value for Money
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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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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IGNOU MA 2025 FAQs

Q:   Which course should I pursue after completing MA in Hindi from IGNOU?
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You can do PhD in Hindi or an M.Phil in Hindi after completing an MA Hindi course from IGNOU. These courses are useful for you to pursue your career in the teaching profession. You can get a Lecturer job after completing the PhD in Hindi. You can also do an MBA in Finance or Marketing course after an MA in Hindi. If you do it from a reputed institution then there are more job opportunities. The above given are some of the best courses to pursue after an MA in Hindi. You can apply online or offline for admission to the course. The candidates with MA Hindi with 55% marks are eligible for the PhD in Hindi course. Admission to the course will be done through an entrance test and personal interview (on the research subject).

Q:   Does IGNOU offer scholarship to its students?
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Yes, IGNOU offers scholarships to students based on merit and needs. The institute offers scholarships to the reserved category like SC/ ST. Students are also eligible for goverment scholarships. 

Q:   How do I apply for admission in IGNOU?
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IGNOU application is completely online. The step-by-step process of filling IGNOU registration form is as follows:

  • Visit the website.
  • Click on 'New Registration' and fill the required details.
  • Click on the 'Submit' button. 
  • Click on 'Login' button and fill out the online application form.
  • Pay application fee and submit the form. 
Q:   How can a student pursue an MA at IGNOU? What is the procedure of the same?
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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. 

Q:   What is the last date to apply for IGNOU admission 2024?
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The last date for fresh admission and re-registration for IGNOU July 2024 session is extended till Sep 10, 2024. Candidates can apply online on the official website of the university. Candidates shall ensure that they submit their application on or before the prescribed deadline. Besides, the date sheet for June 2024 TEE online is available for students registered under E-Vidya Bharti. 

Q:   What are the career scopes after pursing M.A in Economics from IGNOU?
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IGNOU MA graduates can find job opportunities in government or private sector. The criteria may vary for certain job profiles. There is a good demand for candidates with MA in Economic degree, the graduates can find jobs as Economic Researchers, Analysts, Consultants and Strategists. Some of the job opportunities available in the government sector are financial manager, economic consultant, and financial risk or investment analysts. 

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For the IGNOU BEd Application Form 2026, the scanned passport-size photo should be in JPEG format, usually between 20KB–100KB. The scanned signature must be clear, in JPEG format, between 10KB–50KB. Uploading the correct size ensures smooth submission of the online BEd registration form.

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The IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted at multiple centres across India. The exact list of exam cities is released in the official notification. Candidates can select their preferred exam centre during the application process, subject to availability of seats at that centre.

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No, once allotted, the IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Centre 2026 cannot usually be changed. Candidates are advised to carefully select their preferred city while filling the application form. In rare cases, IGNOU may allow changes, but only under specific conditions mentioned in the guidelines.

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