The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the online application last date for admissions into the BEd, BSc Nursing (Post Basic) and Post Graduate Diploma in Rural and Plantation Management (PGDRPC) programmes. Aspirants now have additional time to submit their forms by 10 March 2026 (up to 6 pm) through the official IGNOU portal.
IGNOU Revised Deadline & Entrance Test Dates
IGNOU’s admissions platform will remain open until 10 March 2026, giving eligible candidates more time to complete the registration process. The entrance tests for all three programmes are set to be held on 29 March 2026 as per the revised schedule.
- Extended Application Deadline: 10 March 2026 (6 pm)
- Entrance Exam Date: 29 March 2026
- Official Website: ignou.ac.in
Prospective applicants must ensure they upload all required documents and complete the application fee payment before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
Who Can Apply & Courses IGNOU Covered?
This extension applies specifically to the entrance tests for:
- Bachelor of Education (BEd)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Post Basic) – BSc Nursing (PB)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Rural and Plantation Management (PGDRPC)
Eligible aspirants interested in pursuing teacher education, nursing or rural management through IGNOU must complete the registration process through the online portal to be considered for the entrance exams.
How to Submit the IGNOU Entrance Application?
Candidates must follow these simple steps to apply before the revised deadline:
- Visit the official IGNOU website at ignou.ac.in.
- Navigate to the Admissions or Entrance Test section.
- Fill out the application form for the relevant programme (BEd / BSc Nursing / PGDRPC).
- Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents and pay the application fee online.
- Review and submit the form before 10 March 2026 (6 pm).
Once the form is submitted successfully, candidates are advised to download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
IGNOU Other Admissions & ODL Programmes
Meanwhile, IGNOU’s Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online admissions for undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes for the January 2026 session are also ongoing. Eligible applicants can apply through the Samarth portal at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in before the respective deadlines. IGNOU continues to offer flexible education opportunities across a range of disciplines, allowing students to pursue higher education through both distance and online modes.