IGNOU Jan 2026 Admission Extended Till 15 March for candidates applying to online programmes. Indira Gandhi National Open University has revised the deadline for the January 2026 session. Applicants can now complete the registration process until 15 March 2026. Earlier, the last date to apply for ODL programmes was 28 February 2026. The extension is applicable only to online programmes and does not cover certificate or semester-based courses.
IGNOU Jan 2026 ODL Registration and Important Dates
The university has provided additional time for eligible candidates to submit their application forms. Applicants must complete the process through the official website ignou.ac.in. The revised timeline is as follows:
- Last date for online programme registration: 15 March 2026
- Previous deadline: 28 February 2026
Candidates are advised to verify programme-specific eligibility before submitting the form.
IGNOU Entrance Test Registration for BEd and BSc Nursing 2026
IGNOU has also extended the registration deadline for the entrance examination conducted for select programmes. The entrance test applies to:
- BEd programme
- BSc Nursing (Post Basic) programme
Candidates seeking admission to these courses for the January 2026 session must complete the entrance registration within the revised schedule announced by the university.
How to Apply for IGNOU Jan 2026 Admission Online?
The application process is completely online. Candidates must carefully follow the prescribed steps to avoid errors.
- Visit the official website: ignou.ac.in
- Click on the “IGNOU Jan Admission 2026” link on the homepage
- Select either Online or ODL programme link
- Complete registration by entering required details
- Log in and fill out the application form
- Pay the applicable programme fee
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Applicants should keep a printed copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
IGNOU Jan 2026 Courses Offered
IGNOU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
- At the undergraduate level, programmes include BA, BBA, BCom, BCA, BSc, and BSW, along with honours and specialised streams.
- Postgraduate programmes include MBA, MA in various specialisations, MCA, and MCom.
Candidates must ensure they meet the academic eligibility criteria prescribed for each programme before completing the admission process.