IGNOU Datesheet 2026 - Entrance Test & Semester Exams Date Sheet

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has released date sheet for the December 2025 Term End Examination (TEE) for both ODL and online programmes. As per the schedule, the exams will be conducted in two shifts morning (10 AM to 1 PM) and evening (2 PM to 5 PM), starting from December 1, 2025, and continuing until January 14, 2025. The date sheet is released twice a year, once for the June TEE and once for the December TEE.

To appear in the TEE, students must submit the examination form. The exam form submission began on September 9, 2025. The last date to fill the form without a late fee was October 31, 2025. Students must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria, including valid course registration, assignment submission, minimum study period completion, and timely fee payment. Hall tickets will only be issued to those fulfilling these requirements.

Students can fill out the exam form online via the Samarth portal at https://ignou.samarth.edu.in or through the IGNOU exam website at https://exam.ignou.ac.in. It's advised to select exam centres early as allocation is done on a first-come, first-served basis. After the theory exams, IGNOU will conduct practical and project exams, likely from January 15 to early February 2025, depending on the programme. For course-wise exam schedules, students should refer to the official date sheet PDF available on the IGNOU website.

The IGNOU Date Sheet for Term-End Examination (TEE) December 2025 was released by Indira Gandhi National Open University on its official website. The date sheet helps students know the exam dates, timings, and paper codes in advance.

The IGNOU TEE December 2025 exams were conducted from December 01, 2025 to January 14, 2026. Examinations were held in two shifts every day to cover all courses.

• Morning shift: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• Evening shift: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

The IGNOU date sheet for December TEE 2025 applied to UG, PG, Diploma, and Certificate programmes. Students were advised to carefully check their course codes and exam dates before appearing for the examination.

Students should always refer to the official IGNOU website for the latest updates, revised date sheets, or exam-related notices.

IGNOU conducts entrance examinations for admission to selected programmes such as Bachelor of Education (BEd), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). The IGNOU entrance exam dates for 2026 admissions for BEd, BSc Nursing, and PhD programmes are expected to be announced soon on the official IGNOU website.

IGNOU Entrance Exam Dates 2026

IGNOU releases the IGNOU Exam Form before every Term-End Examination (TEE) session. Students must fill and submit the exam form to be eligible to appear in the examination. Only those students who submit the form within the prescribed dates are allowed to sit for the July TEE or December TEE.

IGNOU exam form is filled online only through the official website exam.ignou.ac.in. International students and students with special needs must also follow the official guidelines while completing the form.

IGNOU charges an exam fee for students appearing in the Term-End Examination (TEE). Students must pay the IGNOU exam fee while filling out the exam form. Without paying the exam fee, students are not allowed to appear in the examination. IGNOU exam fees is paid online only through the official exam portal. The fee amount may change as per IGNOU guidelines, so students are advised to check the latest official notification before making the payment.

Important Points

• Exam fees are paid per course, not per semester.
• The fee is non-refundable once paid.
• Late fees are charged if the exam form is submitted after the normal deadline.
• Students should keep the payment receipt for future reference.

Students are advised to visit the official IGNOU website regularly for updates related to IGNOU exam fees and exam form notifications

Students can check the IGNOU Date Sheet online by following a few simple steps. The IGNOU date sheet helps students understand important details such as exam dates, exam shifts, and course codes.

Steps to Check IGNOU Date Sheet Online

• Visit the official IGNOU website.
• Go to the Student Support or Examination section.
• Click on the link for IGNOU Date Sheet for the required Term-End Examination (TEE).
• Download the PDF date sheet.
• Check your programme name, course codes, exam dates, and exam timings carefully.

Students should keep a copy of the date sheet and regularly check the official IGNOU website for any updates or revised schedules

IGNOU conducts Term-End Examinations (TEE) at many exam centres across India and abroad. These IGNOU exam centres are set up to help students appear for exams near their place of study or residence. Students can choose their preferred IGNOU exam centre while filling the exam form. The final exam centre is allotted by IGNOU and is mentioned on the hall ticket.

Important Points About IGNOU Exam Centres

• IGNOU provides exam centres at its regional centres and study centres. Exam centres are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, so students should fill the exam form early.
• The selected exam centre may change based on seat availability. The final exam centre address is printed on the IGNOU hall ticket.
• Students must carry their hall ticket and a valid ID proof to the exam centre. It is advised to carefully check the exam centre details mentioned on the hall ticket before appearing for the examination.