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IGNOU MSW Courses & Fees
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IGNOU MSW (ODL/Online mode) admission 2026 is open. Other latest updates are as follows:
- The re-registration portal for Jan 2026 session is open, and the last date to register is Jan 15, 2026.
- The fresh registration portal is also open for Jan 2026 admission cycle, and the deadline is Jan 31, 2026.
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IGNOU MSW Eligibility & Highlights 2024
At the PG level in the field of Social Work, IGNOU offers two two-year MSW courses with a maximum duration going up to four years. Offered via online and distance learning modes, these programmes are offered in both the July and January cycles of IGNOU admission. More details about IGNOU MSW admission are as follows:
- Medium of instruction: English & Hindi
- Duration: 2-4 years; offered in both January & July cycle of admissions
Check out the eligibility and total fee for MSW in the following table:
|
Course Name |
Eligibility |
Total Fee |
|---|---|---|
|
Master of Social Work (MSW) |
Bachelor’s degree or a higher degree from a recognised university
|
INR 36,000 (for full programme) | Year-wise: INR 18,000 per year |
|
Master of Social Work (Counselling) |
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university |
INR 36,000 (full programme) | Year-wise: INR 18,000 |
Read more details about the course in IGNOU Prospectus.
IGNOU MSW Fees 2024
Candidates are required to pay the course fee amount to enrol successfully in IGNOU courses. The total tuition fee for the MSW courses ranges between INR 32,400 and INR 36,000. This fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.
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IGNOU MSWFees details 2026
| Fee components | Amount (for 2 years) |
|---|---|
₹ 32.4 K - 36 K | |
₹ 300 | |
₹ 32.7 K - 36.3 K |
These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.
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IGNOU MSWAdmission dates 2026
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
15 Jan '26 | MSW (ODL/Online mode) (Jan 2026 session) Re-registration last dateOngoing |
31 Jan '26 | MSW (ODL/Online mode-Jan 2026) Fresh registration last date |
IGNOU MSW Admission 2024: How to Apply?
Candidates can fill out the application form online. The university offers admission to MSW based on merit. Candidates have to register with the basic details to get the login details. Aspirants need to fill out the form, upload documents and pay the application fees to submit the form.
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| College | Median Salary | Total Tuition Fees | Ranking |
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| -/- | ₹ 32.4 K - 36 K | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 25.2 K | -/- | |
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| -/- | ₹ 36 K | -/- | |
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| -/- | ₹ 48 K - 70 K | -/- |
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No, even in IGNOU, students need to study and clear the exams. They even need to complete the assignments as 40 marks are given out of it.
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To prepare for the IGNOU BEd entrance exam, understand the syllabus (English, Reasoning, General/Educational Awareness, Teaching Aptitude). Start preparing using a study plan. Attempt previous year and mock papers.
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