IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University Delhi Answered Questions

You should choose BSc at IGNOU for its flexibility, affordability, and accessibility. IGNOU offers various specializations within the B.Sc programme and is a recognised university with degrees accepted by employers and other educational institutions. However, it requires self-discipline and may lack face-to-face interactions and practical training.

Visit the official IGNOU website.Click on the "Admissions" tab and select "Online Admission System".Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.Upload required documents, including a passport-sized photograph, signature, and academic certificates.Pay the application fee through online payment modes.Submit the application form and take a printout of the acknowledgement receipt.Wait for the admission confirmation and further instructions from IGNOU.

To apply for admission to the PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology Programme at IGNOU, you will need the following documents:
1. Bachelor's degree (regular mode) with General Psychology courses in all three years
2. Master's degree in any branch of Psychology either in regular or distance mode
3. Master's degree in Counselling Psychology either in regular or distance mode (with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate)
4. Graduation certificate
5. Photo
6. Signature
7. Proof of age
8. Category certificate (if applicable)

1. PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) – SociologyYou may be eligible, depending on the school board and job notification. Here's how:General Eligibility for PGT Sociology:Master's degree in Sociology with at least 50–55% marks  (depending on board).B.Ed.  (Bachelor of Education) is usually mandatory.Some schools or states accept MSW as equivalent to Sociology, especially for related social Science positions — but not always.With an MSW:You can apply for PGT Sociology only if the school/recruiting body recognizes MSW as a relevant subject.For example:KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan) and DSSSB do not accept MSW as an equivalent to an MA in Sociology.Private schools or some state boards may consider MSW, especially if the role is loosely categorized under Social Science / Humanities.2. TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) – SociologyTGT posts are for teaching up to Class 10, and they require a graduation (not postgraduation) in the subject concerned.Sociology is typically not taught at the TGT level, as it's usually part of the senior secondary curriculum  (Class 11–12).So TGT Sociology doesn't exist in most standard school structures.

The college is strict when it comes to the eligibility requirements of PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology Programme at IGNOU. The eligibility criteria include a Bachelor's degree with General Psychology as a subject in all three years or a Master's degree in any branch of Psychology, with at least 55% marks.

Yes, you can pursue a B.Ed from IGNOU. They offer a very respected course through distance learning which makes it accessible for students from all over India.Below mentioned is a quick overview that the interested candidates can check:Eligibility: Hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50 percent marks.Entrance Exam: You need to take the IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Exam that is conducted once a year.Duration: The programme is 2 years long but you have a maximum of 5 years to complete it.Specializations: Choose from various specializations such as English, Hindi, Mathematics, Social Sciences etc.

The M.Sc. in Chemistry eligibility criteria do not differ for the reserved category candidates at IGNOU. The eligibility criteria for M.Sc. in Chemistry at IGNOU are:
Graduates with B.Sc. (Major/Honours) Degree in Chemistry from a recognised university.Graduates with a B.Sc. Degree (or equivalent) from a recognised university with Chemistry as one of the three Science subjects with equal weightage.Graduates with a B.Sc. Degree from an Open University with a minimum of 20 Credits of Chemistry courses.
There is no specific mention of different eligibility criteria for reserved category candidates.