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IGNOU MBA Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Last Date, Application Form

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IGNOU MBA Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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Total Tuition Fees 66K
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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MBA at IGNOU?
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For the IGNOU MBA course, the minimum aggregate is 50% (45% for reserved category candidates). Candidates must hold the pass certificates (original/ copies) at the time of admission. These documents are required for verification purposes. The open university verifies that the applicants meet the eligibility requirements before offering seats.

Q:   How much does it cost to study MBA at IGNOU?
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Canddiates wanting to enrol in MBA at IGNOU have to pay the required first year fee amount. The payable amount is prescribed by the open university. IGNOU MBA tuition fee ranges from INR 6,300 to INR 68,000. This fee amount is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

Q:   What is the fee for MBA at IGNOU?
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The total tuition fee for MBA at IGNOU is INR 66,000. This fee is sourced from the sanctioning body/official website. It is however, still subject to changes and hence, is indicative. For more details, students can confirm the fee from the admission office. Apart from this, a non-refundable registration fee of INR 300 (unless specified otherwise) shall be charged along with the programme fee of first semester/year at the time of admission. 

Q:   What is the IGNOU selection procedure for an MBA?
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Indira Gandhi National Open University offer entrance-based admission to its MBA programmes. Candidates seeking admission have to appear for the university entrance exam. Before applying, the aspirants should check out the course-specific eligibility requirements. The basic eligibility requirement is as follows:

Eligibility: A pass in any bachelor's degree of a minimum of three years duration with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% in case of reserved category candidates)

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Q:   What is the admission process for MBA at IGNOU?
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Students meet the merit requirements for the MBA programme. Appearing for IGNOU MBA is to qualify bachelors degree from the recognised university with 50% marks from the general category and 45% for the SC/ ST category. 

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.

Q:   Are there any scholarships available for IGNOU students?
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Students belonging to SC or ST categories or are physically challenged can apply online on the web portal of the university. IGNOU also provides scholarships to Jail Inmates and Economically Weaker students, weaver community students and transgender in the form of tuition fees.

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.
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IGNOU MBA Admission Dates 2025

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16 Aug '26
MBA/PGDM (ODL/Online mode-Jul 2026) Fresh registration last date
16 Aug '26
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Q:   What is the IGNOU MBA application deadline for Jul cycle?
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IGNOU MBA (ODL/ Online) admissions are open. Candidates seeking admission must register and apply on or before the prescribed deadline. The last date to register for the Jul admission cycle is July third week. Eligible candidates can go to the official website to register and submit the application form. 

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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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:   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.

CourseDetails
One certificate programme with any
other Programme
Admission in both programmes can be taken in the same
admission cycle
One UG + One PG ProgrammeAdmission 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.

IGNOU MBA Admission 2025: How to Apply?

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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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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.

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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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IGNOU MBA Curriculum

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Master of Business Administration (MBA),IGNOU
MBA in Banking and Finance,IGNOU
MBA in Health Care and Hospital Management,IGNOU
MBA in Construction Management,IGNOU
Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital and Health Management,IGNOU Regional Centre, Ahmedabad
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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:   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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Q:   How many seats are there at IGNOU for an MBA?
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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.

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Q:   Can I get a job after doing MBA from IGNOU?
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Yes, as per the details collated from various sources on the internet, the degree from IGNOU University is valid and acceptable in overseas and foreign countries with ease. Also, an MBA degree holder can get a job of as a Team Lead or go for a profile with managerial responsibility for any company or department. A manager’s job profile broadly includes planning, strategising, execution, leading the team, liaison with clients, coordinating with other departments, delegation of work and responsibilities, and reporting to higher authorities regarding projects undertaken. Some of the leading companies that hire MBA pass-outs, include Deloitte, ITC, Samsung and Reliance, among others. 

Q:   How are the placements at 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 students were placed and 34,584 students were selected for higher studies out of total 53,206 graduating students in 2025.

Q:   What are the popular courses offered by IGNOU that assure placements?
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Each and every course offered by IGNOU equip students with knowledge and skill-set in the concerned field. Since, IGNOU is an Open University, it is upon the students to take the responsibility and look for career opportunities in their field of study. It depends upon a student’s interest and aptitude for a particular course that eventually helps in securing the preferred job. As the past trends suggest, students who have pursued BEd, MBA, BSc and Journalism courses from IGNOU have found it easier to find jobs in the corporate sector.

Q:   Can I get job abroad after pursuing IGNOU MBA?
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Yes, you can get a job abroad. There are certain organisations that do prefer full-time graduation but getting rejected everywhere should not be the scenario. IGNOU is recognised globally as a university. There may be other reasons for the rejection like in the current scenario, hiring is very specific, so hence, maybe your qualification does not match. The post may require someone with experience. Your skillset may be lacking for the position that you have applied for. Relook at the job posts that you have applied for and then see if there are any other reasons.

Currently, in COVID 19 situation, the job market is very bleak and since you have just done your graduation and if money is not adequate necessary then try doing some additional courses like digital marketing, graphic design, website development. These would be an added advantage and would increase your job prospects too. Well, IGNOU provides distance learning degrees. If you are a graduate from IGNOU you might be able to take admission into some medium level foreign university but it will be a struggle to cope up with the regular programme that too in foreign.

If you wish you go abroad for MBA, it is advisable to take your graduation in regular mode in reputed universities like LPU and then take your chances in many credit transfer programs which can get you into reputed foreign universities and that too with much less expense.

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Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2018
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I hope this will help and motivate you to take admission in a good college.
Placements: IGNOU placement has witnessed about 80% of its students placed in companies which is a good number to look at. I have a serious from same course which placed in IBM company with a good package. That means you can also get good placement if you work hard.
Infrastructure: The way they design the courses is easy to understand and easy to work with. They have their own books with detailed information and understanding. I recommended my friend and he is my junior now. And the hostel facilities is also good with every bare minimum thing you need while staying their.
Faculty: Faculty is very friendly. I had a problem with my assignment submission. I just call a faculty member and resolve my problem easily and talk nicely with me. Exam of the courses is well designed so that you can get days to prepare for your Next exam.
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Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2023
Offered by Centre for Online Education, IGNOU
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2.0Placements3.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
It is an excellent college for distant learning students.
Placements: In our college, almost 20% to 40% of students got placed. I recommend you join another college. If someone wants to get a degree while working, this is the best college for distance study.
Infrastructure: Our college has excellent infrastructure. There is no Wi-Fi and canteen facility. The library has books. Labs are available for practical purposes. Our college has pleasant atmosphere. Sports facilities are not provided.
Faculty: Our teachers are supportive, friendly, helpful, and well qualified. Exams are conducted regularly.
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Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2025
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2.0Placements3.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
It is an affordable college for management studies.
Placements: There are no placement facilities for students as this is a government college. Students only get their degrees and apply to companies on their own. No internships are provided. Certificates and knowledge are provided for correspondence students.
Infrastructure: There is Wi-Fi, but the network is not that strong. Classrooms are digital with projectors. Computer labs are available. A library is also available for students. The canteen serves good food. It is neat and clean. There is a medical room for students. Sports facilities are also available.
Faculty: Our college has renowned teachers. They are highly educated and qualified. They are friendly. They always solve our queries. Each lecture is for almost one hour. Examinations are semester-wise. Exams are conducted once every six months. Annual exams are conducted for correspondence students.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2015
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3.0Placements3.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
The best open university with ultimate faculty and support.
Placements: As it is an Open University, it won't provide any placements. But it will be beneficial to the people working in government companies for getting a promotion by getting a degree. Most of the companies will prefer to take the students even though it is an open degree because of the quality provided by the IGNOU.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good.The way the classes are conducted and the interest-shown to teach the students for extra hours by the staff is based on student requests, assignments, etc., which will be very good. It is one of the best open University to prefer and is 100% worth of the money. The classrooms and infrastructure are very convenient for the students and the way they organize the classes for all the subjects are very good.
Faculty: The faculty was very good and cooperative. They are always ready to teach and clarify the doubts as much as possible. They are encouraging the students by giving assignments and clarifying the doubts. They also spend extra hours for clearing the student's doubts and ultimately helping and giving support to them. I can say it is 100% worth of the money for its faculty and curriculum. It is one of the best Open University where we can get ultimate knowledge, support and degree.
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A great course for working or busy professionals.
Placements: Placements are not there in my case as this was a distance learning and I was already in employment. However, a major percentage of the students pursuing MBA from IGNOU would have met their goals of employment. It being a distance learning course, the concept of campus recruitment is not a criterion in this case. The roles of the candidates who were in the MBA program were mostly those who wanted to make it into a managerial role within their organization or in another organization of similar nature of the job that they were in. This course is primarily used as a career advancement one by most of the candidates.
Infrastructure: Contact classes are conducted in different colleges that you select. Infrastructure may, therefore, be based on the institution you select. The contact classes are usually held during the weekends. Apart from this, you might go to the regional center of IGNOU for any other interaction (e.g., loss of ID card, etc.).
Faculty: The faculty members are good. They are quite qualified and knowledgeable. Typically, one would need to interact with the faculty during the contact classes to clear ones' doubts. The assignments are also corrected by the faculty and relevant grades are awarded. Apart from this, it could be during the project, if you have worked with a faculty that could guide you with your project in your chosen discipline.
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