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IGNOU MFA Courses & Fees 2026

  • A++ NAAC accredited
  • Public/Government University
  • Estd. 1985

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Q:   Is IGNOU good for B.A.?
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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 - 

AdvantagesDisadvantages
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! 

Q:   Is an IGNOU degree valid for UPSC?
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Yes, all IGNOU degrees are valid for any purpose, whether you are appearing for any entrance exams or employment exams. It has recognition at the national as well as international levels. IGNOU is a recognized university under the UGC and a government university. Adding further, an IGNOU degree is approved by the Distance Education Bureau (UGC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) as well. Additionally, IGNOU provides free UPSC CSE coaching to scheduled caste candidates at no cost. Every year, IGNOU invites applications from scheduled caste students for free coaching of UPSC IAS (prelims and mains).
Q:   Is a degree from IGNOU valid?
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IGNOU is a trusted and accredited distance education university. This central university was established by an ACT of parliament in 1985. IGNOU degree is equivalent to a degree granted by any recognised university in India. It is acceptable and valid overseas and in foreign countries with ease. This is because, IGNOU is a recognised university under UGC and is a governmental university too. An IGNOU degree is approved by DEC and AICTE.

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 MFA
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Fee componentsAmount (for 2 years)
₹ 18 K
₹ 18 K
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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 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.

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?
A: 

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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Answered 5 days ago

The total tuition fees for MA is INR 14,000-INR 27,000 at IGNOU. The fees is the highest for MA in Education. For most of language programmes, the fees is at lower end. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 5 days ago

Yes, candidates do not require passing any entrance exam for admission in MA at IGNOU. Aspirants are selected based on their scores in the qualifying exam. Selected candidates have to pay course fees to confirm their seat. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 weeks ago

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Answered 3 weeks ago

To get exam notifications for  IGNOU, SOL and NIOS, you must check the announcement section of the official website and notifications.

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Answered a month ago

Yes, you can pursue a BSc Agriculture after completing Class 12 with Agriculture (RBSE).

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