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Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) - Courses Offered List 2025

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IGNOU Courses and Fees 2025

IGNOU offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and doctorate programs in the streams of Arts, Commerce, Science, Management, and Education. Bachelor of Arts (BA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), and Master of Arts (MA) are some of the popular courses. IGNOU Bachelor of Arts (BA) Fees for 3 years is INR 12,000. 

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IGNOU Fee Structure 2025

The table below lists IGNOU fees for all courses along with their eligibility criteria:

Course NameTotal FeesEligibility Criteria
Bachelor of Arts (BA)INR 12,00010+2 or equivalent
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)INR 12,00010+2 or equivalent
Bachelor of Science (BSc)INR 15,00010+2 with Science stream
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)INR 48,00010+2 or equivalent
Master of Arts (MA)INR 14,000Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Master of Commerce (MCom)INR 15,000Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent
Master of Science (MSc)INR 26,000Bachelor’s degree in Science or equivalent
Master of Business Administration (MBA)INR 62,000Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
Bachelor of Education (BEd)INR 55,000Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and teaching experience
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)INR 72,000Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduate level
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)INR 16,800Master’s degree with 55% marks (50% for reserved categories) and entrance test
Certificate in Information Technology (CIT)INR 6,00010+2 or equivalent
Certificate in Business Skills (CBS)INR 3,00010+2 or equivalent
Certificate in Teaching of English (CTE)INR 3,60010+2 or equivalent
  • IGNOU exam fee: INR 200 per theory course and INR 300–500 for practical/project courses.
  • Registration fee: A non-refundable INR 300 applies for most programs during IGNOU admission.
  • IGNOU fee structure per semester: Fees are typically paid annually or per semester, depending on the program. For example, IGNOU fees for BA 1st year are approximately INR 4,400 (total INR 13,200 for 3 years). IGNOU fee structure for MA ranges from INR 6,000–10,000 per year, and IGNOU fee structure for MBA is around INR 31,000 per year.
  • IGNOU fee structure for PG: Varies by program, e.g., MCom at INR 9,300 per year, MA at INR 6,000–10,000 per year.
  • For a detailed breakdown, download the IGNOU courses and fees PDF from the official IGNOU website (ignou.ac.in).

IGNOU Fee Payment and Related Processes

  • IGNOU fee payment online: Payments can be made via the IGNOU admission portal (ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in) using debit/credit cards, net banking, or UPI.
  • IGNOU fee payment receipt: After payment, students can download the IGNOU fee receipt PDF from the portal for record-keeping.
  • IGNOU fee payment status: Check the status of your payment on the IGNOU student portal to ensure successful transactions.
  • IGNOU exam form: Submit the exam form online with the required IGNOU exam fee to appear for term-end exams. Forms are available on the IGNOU website.
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Entrance Exams Accepted at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

CourseEntrance Exam Accepted
BACBSE 12th
BScCBSE 12th
B.ComCBSE 12th
BBACBSE 12th
DiplomaCBSE 12th
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Entrance Exams Accepted at IGNOU

CourseEntrance Exam Accepted
BACBSE 12th
BScCBSE 12th
BBACBSE 12th
B.ComCBSE 12th
DiplomaCBSE 12th
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25 Courses are offered by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

Fees (Yearly)₹32,000
Number of courses:10
  • MBA in Marketing
  • MBA in Operations Management
  • MBA in Logistics & Suppty Chain Management
  • MBA
  • MBA in Human Resource Management
  • +5 More
Fees (Yearly)₹6,000 - 60,000
Exam Accepted:CBSE 12thCBSE 12th
Number of courses:21
  • B.Sc. in Chemistry
  • B.Sc. in Physics
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics (Hons)
  • B.Sc. in Mathematics
  • B.Sc. in Geography
  • +16 More
Fees (Yearly)₹4,300 - 12,600
Exam Accepted:CBSE 12thCBSE 12th
Number of courses:52
Fees (Yearly)₹10,300 - 20,000
Exam Accepted:CBSE 12thCBSE 12th
Number of courses:3
Fees (Yearly)₹16,600
Number of courses:1
  • BCA
Fees (Yearly)₹4,800 - 7,200
Exam Accepted:CBSE 12thCBSE 12th
Number of courses:4
Fees (Yearly)₹2,300 - 15,200
Exam Accepted:CBSE 12thCBSE 12th
Number of courses:32
  • Diploma in Meat Technology (DMT)
  • Diploma in Agricultural Cost Management
  • Diploma in Nursing Administration (DNA)
  • Diploma in Horticulture (DHORT)
  • Diploma in Urdu (DUL)
  • +27 More
Fees (Yearly)₹7,000 - 30,000
Number of courses:17
Fees (Yearly)₹27,500
Number of courses:1
  • Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
Fees (Yearly)₹6,000 - 43,200
Number of courses:49
  • MA In Translation Studies
  • MA in Drawing and Painting (MADP)
  • M.A in Hindi
  • MA in Hindi Vyavsayik Lekhan (MHD)
  • MA in Jyotish (MAJY)
  • +44 More
Fees (Yearly)₹3,500 - 60,000
Number of courses:74
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Translation
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Sindhi- Hindi-Sindhi Translation
  • Post-Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDFM)
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Development Communication (PGDDC)
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management (PGDDM)
  • +69 More
Fees (Yearly)₹10,000
Number of courses:1
  • M.Com
Fees (Yearly)₹500 - 18,600
Number of courses:108
  • Post Graduate Certificate in Bangla-Hindi Translation
  • Certificate in Japanese Language (CJL)
  • Post-Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Policy (PGCAP)
  • Post Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Policy
  • Certificate Programme in YOGA (CPY)
  • +103 More
Fees (Yearly)₹26,000
Number of courses:1
Fees (Yearly)₹8,000
Number of courses:2
  • Master of Education in M.Ed
  • Master of Education (MEd)
Fees (Yearly)₹12,600
Number of courses:1
  • Master of Philosophy in Commerce (MPHILCOM) (Regular Mode)
Fees (Yearly)₹18,500
Number of courses:2
Fees (Yearly)₹9,000
Number of courses:1
  • Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS)

BSW

Fees (Yearly)₹6,500
Number of courses:2
  • BSW
  • BSW (Hons)

Masters

Fees (Yearly)₹7,500
Number of courses:1
  • Master of Tourism and Travel Management
Fees (Yearly)₹12,000
Number of courses:1
  • Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
Fees (Yearly)₹9,200
Number of courses:2
  • BPA in Hindustani Music
  • BPA in Hindustani Music (Hons)

PDCC

Fees (Total)₹3,200
Number of courses:1
  • Certificate in Anti Human Trafficking

BTHM

Fees (Yearly)₹5,000 - 5,300
Number of courses:2
  • Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management (BTTM)
  • Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management (Hons)

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Reviews

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My journey with IGNOU
By Chandrika | BCA | 2010
July 17, 2025 03:26:12
5

Overall: I have started my journey with IGNOU in the year of 2010 and it was really great full journey they provided will great centre to learn about the goals and they were providing practical classes also. Overall it was great experience to did BCA from

Faculty: The faculty was really awesome from IGNOU. They had really great experience about the course they taught each and everything from the flavours and always motivated students

Faculty

5
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Good College and More Valuation
By Partha Debnath | B.Com | 2021
July 16, 2025 05:06:16
4

Overall: Indira Gandhi open University class is some hard in bcom and valuation of high all are accepted study centre avilable in Kolkata and most common university

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About IGNOU and its ranking....
By Prabhat Adhikari | MA in Sociology (MSO) | 2024
July 13, 2025 08:58:15
5

Overall: Hii, I am Prabhat Adhikari from Rudrapur Uttrakhand and Presently I am enroled in IGNOU as M.A Sociology Learner and overall rating of IGNOU is beyond its ranking as it provides learner with various oportunity

Faculty: IGNOU, the Indira Gandhi National Open University .The university employs around 250 faculty members and 230 academic staff at its headquarters and regional centers.

Faculty

5
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Admission procedure for the ignou
By Samin Yaqub | B.Sc | 2025
July 11, 2025 10:17:51
5

Overall: Admission procedure is very easy and feasible for everyone.I have submitted my application on my phone without visiting anywhere.Thanks to ignou for this easy procedure.

Faculty: Faculty of the university is very well i have learned lot of things.I am very happy for my admission in IGNOU.First of all they provide odl courses we can do lot of things

Faculty

5
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Good game in college
By Amit kumar | B.Com | 2023
July 08, 2025 08:26:34
5

Overall: In the college football game is starting and other sports are also starting and all students are getting ready for college for games and give best examples

Faculty: Faculty members and staff members are expected to attend the meeting and discuss the issue with their students and their staff at the meeting of college

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5
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Excellent university for poor students
By Srinivasarao Patakoti | MBA in Human Resource Management | 2010
July 07, 2025 07:49:02
5

Overall: I gained good knowledge and morvles subject in this university and faculty is good low cast of semester fees and flexible college timings it is better to job holders who are looking for higher studies at thair convenent time

Faculty: University providing experienced faculty to all courses from graduation students to post graduate students and vocational subjects also. They teaching subject with examples mean students can understand the subject easily

Faculty

5
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Curriculum and Course Works, Assignments and other details
By Bharat Bhusan Ojha | MA in English (MEG) | 2024
July 07, 2025 06:13:46
3

Overall: Not enough faculty, Not so much infrastructure, books in coming in time. Assignment result takes so much time for update. Grievances are pending, while trying to call for help no one responded.

Faculty: In every study centre not sufficient faculties are available. For doubt solving we are facing lots of problems. Kindly give sufficient faculties to every study centre.

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Good environment nearby college
By Akash chaudhary | BCA | 2015
April 12, 2025 09:01:01
5

Overall: Lots of facility available near college.medical facility, buses, food, parks,playing ground available for students. And also good faculty and supportive staff.

Faculty: Our college faculty is very nice and supportive. Guide each work very good and support for exam and all over things like function and all our things. All are supportive.

Faculty

5
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Detailed review of pros and cons of ignou study centre 2702.
By Hitesh Chandwani | B.Com | 2024
February 03, 2025 02:11:24
3

Overall: The college infrastructure is looking good from outside but from the inside the infrastructure is quite average for the ignou students. The faculty members are very rude and arrogant. The class rooms quiet big and clean, the library is available but only for regular student of that college not for ignou students the college sports ground are very big but not all sports equipment are available in that college.

Faculty: The faculty members are not supportive and helpful towards the students and they treat students very badly I asked a teacher about assignments but they tell me they don't know very rudely and arrogantly.

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Overall is " Good" experience
By Mohit | Bachelor of Arts (General) (BAG) | 2023
January 31, 2025 07:33:13
4

Overall: The faculties of assignments is average because the process of updating your grade card or update your assignment numbers is very slow

Faculty: All faculty given by the indra gandhi open University was overall Good

Faculty

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IGNOU contact number is 011-29571301or 011-29571528. You can call at this number to get information about courses and admission. Indira Gandhi National Open University is accredited by NAAC with an “A+” grade. Established in 1985, the university offers certificate, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes. BA, BSc, BCom, MA, MBA, MCom etc. are some of the popular courses offered by the university. IGNOU admissions are done on merit and entrance exam basis. The university is one of the best universities in India for distance education. IGNOU fee structure is very affordable and reasonable.

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Dear Rahuldeb

For any queries regarding admission, coursework, examinations, etc., you can contact the helpline number of the Indira Gandhi National Open University which is 0120-2405012, 2405014. Apart from this, you can also submit your query in the form of a message through the official website of IGNOU. To do the same, you can visit the site igram.ignou.ac.in, which is the official student grievance portal of the university. Here, select the category of your query and mention your subject and then click on ‘Submit’. For any other queries, you can also mail to ssc@ignou.ac.in. 

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Dear Student, 

The Indira Gandhi National Open University was set up in 1985. It is a central distance-learning university which offers flexible and quality education in disciplines like arts, commerce, science, computers, nutrition, etc. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the Distance Education Council (DEC). According to UNESCO, it is one of the largest central distance learning institutions in the country which is accredited by the NAAC as well. The IGNOU admission to most of the courses is based on merit, while for some courses like MBA and B.Ed, an entrance test is conducted. 

Courses are delivered in a flexible manner and through digital channels like the E-Gyankosh and E-Content apps of IGNOU, radio broadcasts, as well as online resources. The course fees are affordable and range from Rs 4,000 to Rs 30,000 per year. The university also has thirty-five academic counsellors who assist students for all doubts and queries. Further, the study material is provided through post as well as uploaded on various digital platforms. The material is highly helpful as per the various reviews provided by students. 

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) FAQs

What types of courses does IGNOU offer?

At the UG level, IGNOU offers BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, BPA, B.Lib , etc, while at the PG level, IGNOU offers PGD, MA, MSc, M.Com, M.Ed, MBA, MSW, MCA, M.Phil, M.Lib, etc.

What are the IGNOU courses after 10th?

IGNOU offers Diploma in Value Added products from Fruits and Vegetables and certification Certificate in Waste Management after class 10.Diploma course is 1.0 Years and admission is granted based on CBSE 12th and Interview.Diploma is a 1.0 Years programme, admission to which is granted based on merit of the last qualifying exam.

Which courses are popular at IGNOU?

The most popular IGNOU courses include the BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, BCA and B.Ed programmes. UG courses also include BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, BPA, B.Lib, etc. Some of the popular PG courses include PGD, MA, MSc, M.Com, M.Ed, MBA, MSW, MCA, M.Phil, M.Lib , etc. IGNOU also offers several certificate and diploma courses.

Does IGNOU accept 12th marks?

Yes, passing class 12 is a prerequisite for enrollment in UG courses at IGNOU. Admission to programmes such as BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, BPA, B.Lib and so on is determined by the grades/ marks received in Class 12 qualifying exam.

Is IGNOU easy to get into?

Admission in IGNOU courses are based on valid entrance exam scores. The university conducts its own entrance test to grant admission in Certificate, UG, Ph.D, Diploma and PG courses. Candidates must apply for admission and take the IGNOU Entrance Exam followed by a personal interview session, to secure admission. The university also accepts national-level entrance exam scores for admission which include CBSE 12th etc.

Is IGNOU very expensive?

The annual cost of undergraduate programmes ranges from Rs 7200.0 for B.Com to Rs 60000.0 for BSc. The annual IGNOU fee structure for PG programmes is between Rs 2000.0 for PGD to Rs 62000.0 for MBA.

What is the annual fee of IGNOU?

The annual IGNOU fees fall between Rs 1000 to Rs 62000. Depending on the degree level, duration, and area of specialisation, the fees differ for various programmes. IGNOU courses at the Certificate, UG, Ph.D, Diploma and PG levels are available.Around 223 courses are available under different degree levels; some of the well known ones are BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed, and so on.

What is the IGNOU BCA course fees structure?

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at IGNOU, is geared for students who have an aptitude for tech-related studies and careers. A student will be able to find an entry-level position in the field of IT or ITES after completing the BCA programme. The main goal of the IGNOU BCA course is to provide students who have completed their 10+2 and are interested in pursuing a career in IT or higher education with computer degrees. After receiving a BCA degree from IGNOU, students have the option of pursuing an MCA degree at the university or a Master's programme at any other university or institute. The IGNOU BCA fees is Rs 40,200. The minimum and maximum course duration is three and six years, respectively.

What is the IGNOU MBA course fee?

The School of Management Studies of Indira Gandhi National Open University provides the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme. A minimum of two years and a maximum of four years are allotted for the course. The fees for the IGNOU MBA course is Rs 62,000. An MBA offers a wide range of professional options. Students who get an MBA from IGNOU are prepared for leadership positions in the corporate world and can find employment across a range of sectors. Candidates who are interested in admission must have earned a bachelor's degree that was earned over a minimum of three years. They must have obtained a passing grade of at least 50% (45% for applicants from the reserved category candidates).

What is the requirement for IGNOU course admission?

The Indira Gandhi National Open University course admissions are conducted online, through its dedicated admission portal. There are options for both fresh and already registered students. All the IGNOU courses have a simple admissions procedure. By accessing the official website of the university (ignou.ac.in), students can submit an online admissions application. The admissions take place in two sessions January and July. Students willing to apply for admission must meet the admission criteria as stated by the university for the dedicated IGNOU courses. The eligibility criteria for the preferred course can also be checked via the IGNOU official website as well.

What is the IGNOU BBA course fees?

The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) course at Indira Gandhi National Open University is offered in two specialisations namely Retail Management and Service Management. The minimum and maximum course lengths are three and six years, respectively. Admission is not restricted based on age. Students can enrol in the course of their choice regardless of their age. To secure admission, candidates must have passed the 10+2 qualifying exam from a recognised board. The IGNOU BBA course makes it the ideal programme for business students who want to investigate learning while working. The IGNOU BBA fees structure is Rs 27,000.

What is the IGNOU fee structure?

IGNOU provides numerous distance/ remote learning programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Along with this several diploma and certificate courses are also offered. In India and worldwide, IGNOU has 67 regional centres and more than four million students. The courses that IGNOU offers include a variety of topics and are created to give students a thorough understanding of the subject. The IGNOU programme is ideal for people who wish to learn more while working because it is flexible and reasonably priced. The IGNOU offers courses for students who desire to advance their education or develop their skills. The Indira Gandhi National Open University fees structure ranges from Rs 2,000 to Rs 62,000.

What is the IGNOU BA course fees?

Indira Gandhi National Open University offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) programme. The minimum course duration is three years and the maximum duration is six years. There is no age bar for admission. The IGNOU fees for the BA course is around Rs 6,000. Admission to the B.A course is granted in both formal and non-formal scheme. Students who did not pass the 10+2 exam or an equivalent exam are enrolled in the non-formal stream. They must first successfully complete IGNOU's Bachelor's Preparatory Programme (BPP) in order to be admitted to the degree programme. When a student accumulates 96 credit points throughout three kinds of courses, Elective Courses, Foundation Courses and Application-Oriented Courses, they are awarded an IGNOU BA degree.

What is the fees for the IGNOU BEd course?

The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) course at IGNOU was aimed at candidates willing to go through and develop an understanding of the teaching-learning process. It is important to be aware that a B.Ed is a professional degree course and that one must have finished their graduation in order to enrol in this programme. The course duration is a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 5 years. The IGNOU BEd fees structure is Rs 55,000. Students graduating with a B.Ed degree can find employment at the school level immediately after finishing this course. To secure a job in senior secondary classes a PG degree is necessary before enrolling.

What are the IGNOU courses offered?

Indira Gandhi National Open University offers several programmes in a variety of disciplines. The courses are provided at Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate, Post Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate and Doctoral levels. Being one of India’s largest distance learning universities, the courses here are offered in part time and in distance mode. Candidates who were unable to complete their studies, or are working professionals seeking distance learning often opt for IGNOU courses to complete their higher education. Some of the most popular courses offered at the university are B.A, B.Sc, BCA, BBA, B.Ed, MBA, MCA, M.Sc, M.A, M.Ed, M.Phil and PhD.
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