Welcome to Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), a premier institution established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 with the mission to democratize
education
in India and beyond. Empowered by the IGNOU Act, the University holds a unique mandate to provide inclusive and equitable access to higher education across the
nation
and through its overseas learner support centres, reflecting its expansive jurisdiction and global vision.
IGNOU proudly stands as the No. 1 Open Universityin the National Institutional Ranking
Framework (NIRF) and the first Open University to receive the prestigious A++
accreditation from NAAC, these are recognitions of its excellence in the open, distance and
online learning system. With over 69 Regional Centres, 2,000+ Learner Support Centres
pan-India, and 25 Overseas Study Centres in 15 countries, IGNOU reaches the remotest
corners of India and serves diverse learners, including marginalized communities, persons
with disabilities, and international students.
As a torchbearer of innovation, IGNOU integrates technology with education through
initiatives like MOOCs on SWAYAM, SWAYAM PRABHA channels, and e-Gyankosh,
ensuring quality education is both accessible and affordable. With 325 programmes,
including Four-Year Undergraduate Programmes (FYUP) and skill-based courses, the
University continues to align with the National Education Policy 2020 to meet emerging
educational and professional needs. IGNOU offers 45 online academic programmes through
its own Learning Management System (LMS).
IGNOU has attained a significant milestone in the realm of innovation and has been ranked
among the top ten "Institutes of National Importance and Central Universities" due to its
endeavors to promote entrepreneurship and innovation. Furthermore, it has been positioned
within the 151-300 range of overall rankings according to the NIRF-Innovation rating-2023.
The role of the university in shaping India’s educational landscape is immense. Through
strategic collaborations, groundbreaking research, and its unwavering commitment to
quality, IGNOU reinforces the pillars of access, affordability, equity, and excellence in
education.
We invite you to explore IGNOU’s unparalleled legacy and be part of a vibrant journey
toward academic and professional growth.
Prof. Uma Kanjilal
Vice Chancellor, IGNOU