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IGNOU Further Extends Last Date for Fresh Admissions and Re-registration till 16th August 2026
MEDIA RELEASE
IGNOU Further Extends Last Date for Fresh Admissions and Re-registration till 16th August 2026
New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has further extended the last date for Fresh Admissions and Re-registration for the July 2026 Session till 16th August 2026.
The extension applies to all notified programmes offered through both the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes, providing learners with additional time to complete the admission and re-registration process.
Fresh Admission Portals:
Re-registration Portal:
The University offers a comprehensive range of Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, and Certificate Programmes across disciplines including Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Education, Social Work, Library and Information Science, Tourism, Rural Development, Languages, Journalism, Health Sciences, Agriculture, Vocational Education, and several emerging and professional fields.
Prospective learners and existing students are advised to complete their Fresh Admission or Re-registration well before the revised deadline of 16th August 2026 to avoid last-minute inconvenience.
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IGNOU Celebrates Six Years of NEP 2020 with ‘Shiksha Sankalp’
IGNOU Celebrates Six Years of NEP 2020 with ‘Shiksha Sankalp’
Experts Deliberate on Innovation, AI, Skilling and Indian Knowledge Systems
New Delhi, July 29, 2026: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) organised a day-long national conclave, ‘Shiksha Sankalp: Celebrating 6 Years of NEP 2020’, at its Headquarters to commemorate six years of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The event brought together eminent academicians, policymakers, industry leaders and technology experts to deliberate on the transformative impact of NEP 2020 and its role in realising the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.
The programme commenced with an exhibition titled ‘Showcasing Innovations for Viksit Bharat’, highlighting innovative projects and startups aligned with the goals of Atmanirbhar Bharat and a knowledge-driven economy. The inaugural session began with the University Kulgeet and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp.
Welcoming the gathering, Prof. Jitendra Kumar Srivastava, Registrar, IGNOU, said that six years of NEP 2020 offer an opportunity to reflect on the progress made and collectively chart the way forward. He highlighted IGNOU’s initiatives in implementing NEP 2020 through flexible learning pathways, the Academic Bank of Credits, skill-based programmes and technology-enabled education.
Delivering the Chief Guest address, Prof. Shashikala Wanjari, Vice Chancellor, NIEPA, extended greetings on the occasion of Guru Purnima and reflected on the transformative journey of NEP 2020. Appreciating IGNOU as the “Jan Jan Ka Vishwavidyalaya”, she said its inclusive approach embodies the spirit of NEP 2020 and emphasized that the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 can only be realised through compassion, ethical values and social responsibility.
In her Presidential Address, Prof. Uma Kanjilal, Vice Chancellor, IGNOU, highlighted that the conclave covered major dimensions of NEP 2020, including Indian Knowledge Systems, skilling, Artificial Intelligence, entrepreneurship and digital public infrastructure. She said IGNOU is contributing significantly towards achieving the national target of 50% Gross Enrolment Ratio by 2035 through expanded access to quality higher education, skill development and innovation.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Prof. Neera Kapoor, who expressed gratitude to the Chief Guest, distinguished speakers, dignitaries and participants for their valuable contributions.
Technical Sessions
The first technical session on “Indian Knowledge System & Digital India Awareness”, moderated by Prof. Jaideep Sharma, featured Prof. Pawan Kumar Singh, Professor, IIM Indore and Former Director, IIM Tiruchirappalli. He emphasized the need for empathetic and rigorous implementation of Indian Knowledge Systems and highlighted multidisciplinary education as the heart of NEP 2020.
The session also featured Mr. Gaurav Khare and Ms. Yashika Sharma, who explained how APAAR ID, Academic Bank of Credits (ABC), DigiLocker and NDEAR are strengthening Digital Public Infrastructure for education.
The second session on “Shaping Viksit Bharat: The Skill & Education Synergy”, moderated by Prof. Paramita Suklabaidya, featured Dr. Neena Pahuja and Mr. Praveen Roy, who highlighted the importance of flexible learning pathways, industry-academia collaboration, internships and industry-relevant skills for enhancing employability.
The afternoon session on “AI, AVGC & the Future of ODL”, moderated by Prof. Gaurav Singh, featured Mr. Munjal Shroff, who highlighted the potential of AVGC-XR technologies in creating immersive learning experiences, and Dr. Neeti Verma, who emphasized responsible AI based on pedagogy, integrity, trust and privacy.
The programme concluded with a panel discussion on “Innovation & Entrepreneurship under NEP-2020: From Policy to Practice”, featuring Mr. Shailendra Jaiswal, Prof. Jitendra K. Das, Prof. Satish Kumar Dubey and Dr. Venugopal S. The panel stressed strengthening innovation ecosystems, incubation support and industry-academia partnerships.
Presenting the summary and way forward, Prof. Pema Eden Samdup, Director, International Division, IGNOU, underscored the need for sustained collaboration among academia, government and industry to accelerate the implementation of NEP 2020 and achieve the vision of a developed, inclusive and knowledge-driven India.
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IGNOU Extends Last Date for Fresh Admissions for July 2026 Session till 31st July 2026
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MEDIA RELEASE
IGNOU Extends Last Date for Fresh Admissions for July 2026 Session till 31st July 2026
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for submission of Fresh Admission applications for the July 2026 Session till 31st July 2026 for all notified programmes offered through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes.
The extension provides another opportunity for aspiring learners across the country and abroad to enrol in IGNOU's wide range of academic programmes and pursue quality higher education through the University's flexible and learner-centric education system.
Applications can be submitted online through the following Samarth admission portals:
ODL Programmes:
https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/
Online Programmes:
https://ignouiop.samarth.edu.in/
Prospective learners are advised to visit the respective admission portals to view the list of notified programmes, eligibility criteria, fee details, and other admission-related information before submitting their applications.
IGNOU offers a comprehensive range of Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate Programmes in disciplines such as Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Education, Social Work, Library and Information Science, Tourism, Rural Development, Languages, Journalism, Health Sciences, Agriculture, Vocational Education, and several other emerging and professional fields.
Some of the popular programmes offered during the July 2026 admission cycle include Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Rural Studies (BFRS), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Computer Applications (MCA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics (MSCDSA), and Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (MSCAIML), along with a wide range of career-oriented diploma, postgraduate diploma, and certificate programmes designed to meet the evolving educational and professional aspirations of learners.
As India's largest Open University, IGNOU continues to provide accessible, affordable, flexible, and quality higher education to millions of learners. The University's Open and Distance Learning (ODL) system enables learners to pursue education at their own pace while balancing professional, personal, and family commitments.
Why Choose IGNOU?
- Flexible learning through Open and Distance Learning and Online modes.
- Affordable fee structure with quality education.
- UGC-recognized degrees and programmes approved by the relevant statutory bodies.
- NAAC A++ Accredited University.
- Comprehensive Self-Learning Materials in print and digital formats.
- Robust learner support through a nationwide network of Regional Centres and Learner Support Centres.
- Technology-enabled teaching-learning ecosystem with online counselling, digital resources, and student support services.
- Programmes aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, promoting flexibility, multidisciplinary learning, and lifelong education.
IGNOU has consistently empowered learners from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, including working professionals, women, rural learners, differently-abled persons, and those residing in remote and underserved areas, by making higher education accessible without geographical or time constraints.
Prospective learners are encouraged to make use of this extended opportunity and complete their admission process well before the revised deadline of 31st July 2026.
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IGNOU Signs Landmark MoU with OSOU to Widen the Horizons of Open Learning
IGNOU and OSOU Enter into Academic Collaboration to Empower Learners Through Innovation, Inclusion & Technology
IGNOU and OSOU Enter into Academic Collaboration to Empower Learners Through Innovation, Inclusion & Technology
IGNOU Signs Landmark MoU with OSOU to Widen the Horizons of Open Learning
Sambalpur, Odisha | 5 July 2026
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) marked a defining chapter in its institutional journey on 4 July 2026 by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Odisha State Open University (OSOU) in Sambalpur, Odisha. The MoU aims to strengthen open and distance learning through academic collaboration, innovation, technology integration and learner-centric initiatives.
Celebrating its Eleventh Foundation Day, OSOU hosted academicians, policymakers and industry leaders. Dr. Mridula T. Pradhan attended as the Chief Guest, inaugurated the Anveshan – Centre for Advanced Vocational Growth, and highlighted the importance of skill-driven and inclusive higher education.
The MoU was signed in the presence of IGNOU Vice Chancellor Prof. Uma Kanjilal and OSOU Vice Chancellor Prof. Shyam Sundar Pattnaik. The event was also attended by Prof. Bhimaraya Metri (Director, IIM Nagpur), Prof. Sukumar Mishra (Director, IIT Dhanbad), Prof. Shyama Rath (Member Secretary, AICTE), and Er. Jagannath Prasad Nayak (President, Aditya Aluminium).
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Uma Kanjilal emphasized the importance of technology-enabled open and distance education, highlighting AI-enabled learning management systems, digital learning platforms, mobile-based education and skill-oriented programmes as the future of higher education.
The collaboration will facilitate the joint development of certificate, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, skill-based and research programmes, with a focus on emerging areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cyber Security, Digital Humanities, Entrepreneurship and Indian Knowledge Systems. The partnership also includes the development of multilingual self-learning materials, digital content and enhanced learner support systems.
The MoU further promotes collaboration in digital learning infrastructure, faculty development, joint research, student counselling and outreach for disadvantaged communities. A joint Monitoring and Implementation Committee, co-chaired by the Vice Chancellors of both universities, will oversee the implementation of the agreement during its five-year tenure.
This partnership strengthens IGNOU's mission of expanding quality education while supporting OSOU's vision of becoming a technology-driven and learner-centric university. The collaboration will provide learners with wider academic opportunities, improved digital learning experiences and enhanced access to skill-based education.
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IGNOU Opens the Door to Doctoral Excellence: Admissions Announced for 36 PhD Programmes
IGNOU Opens the Door to Doctoral Excellence: Admissions Announced for 36 PhD Programmes
New Delhi: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has invited online applications for admission to 36 Ph.D. programmes for the July 2026 session. The application process commenced on June 10, 2026, and will remain open until July 1, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the University's official website www.ignou.ac.in or the admission portal https://ignou-phd.samarth.edu.in/.
The University is offering Ph.D. admissions in Psychology, Anthropology, Political Science, Public Administration, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Life Sciences, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Sanskrit, Hindi, English, Computer Science, Education, Distance Education, Environmental Science, Fine Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Dance, Social Work, Management, Commerce, Nutritional Sciences, Child Development, Home Science, Vocational Education, Development Studies, Gender and Development Studies, Translation Studies, French, Arabic, and Journalism & Mass Communication.
Admissions will be conducted in accordance with the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022. Candidates may apply through four admission categories:
- UGC-NET with JRF
- UGC-NET (Eligible for Assistant Professor and Ph.D.)
- UGC-NET (Eligible for Ph.D. only)
- University-level Entrance Test
Interview/Viva-Voce shall be mandatory for all categories.
IGNOU offers both Full-Time and Part-Time Ph.D. programmes. All admitted scholars will be required to undergo course work at the IGNOU Headquarters, New Delhi, with a mandatory minimum attendance of 80 per cent.
The application fee is Rs. 2,000. Detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, discipline-wise vacancies, reservation policy, admission procedure, and entrance-test syllabus is available on the University's website.
For further details, candidates may visit www.ignou.ac.in or contact the Research Unit at researchunit@ignou.ac.in.
Rajesh Sharma
PRO, IGNOU
IGNOU ने डॉक्टरेट में बेहतरीन शिक्षा के लिए रास्ते खोले: 36 PhD प्रोग्राम में एडमिशन की घोषणा
नई दिल्ली: इंदिरा गांधी नेशनल ओपन यूनिवर्सिटी (IGNOU) ने जुलाई 2026 सेशन के लिए 36 Ph.D. प्रोग्राम में एडमिशन के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन आमंत्रित किए हैं। आवेदन प्रक्रिया 10 जून, 2026 को शुरू हुई और 1 जुलाई, 2026 तक खुली रहेगी। इच्छुक उम्मीदवार यूनिवर्सिटी की ऑफिशियल वेबसाइट www.ignou.ac.in या एडमिशन पोर्टल https://ignou-phd.samarth.edu.in/ के माध्यम से ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं।
यूनिवर्सिटी इन विषयों में Ph.D. एडमिशन दे रही है: साइकोलॉजी, एंथ्रोपोलॉजी, पॉलिटिकल साइंस, पब्लिक एडमिनिस्ट्रेशन, बायोकेमिस्ट्री, केमिस्ट्री, जियोग्राफी, जियोलॉजी, लाइफ साइंसेज, फिजिक्स, स्टैटिस्टिक्स, मैथमेटिक्स, संस्कृत, हिंदी, इंग्लिश, कंप्यूटर साइंस, एजुकेशन, डिस्टेंस एजुकेशन, एनवायरनमेंटल साइंस, फाइन आर्ट्स, थिएटर आर्ट्स, म्यूजिक, डांस, सोशल वर्क, मैनेजमेंट, कॉमर्स, न्यूट्रिशनल साइंसेज, चाइल्ड डेवलपमेंट, होम साइंस, वोकेशनल एजुकेशन, डेवलपमेंट स्टडीज, जेंडर एंड डेवलपमेंट स्टडीज, ट्रांसलेशन स्टडीज, फ्रेंच, अरेबिक और जर्नलिज्म एंड मास कम्युनिकेशन।
एडमिशन UGC (Ph.D. डिग्री देने के लिए न्यूनतम मानक और प्रक्रिया) रेगुलेशंस, 2022 के अनुसार किए जाएंगे। उम्मीदवार चार एडमिशन कैटेगरी के माध्यम से आवेदन कर सकते हैं:
- JRF के साथ UGC-NET
- UGC-NET (असिस्टेंट प्रोफेसर और Ph.D. के लिए योग्य)
- UGC-NET (केवल Ph.D. के लिए योग्य)
- यूनिवर्सिटी-लेवल एंट्रेंस टेस्ट
सभी कैटेगरी के लिए इंटरव्यू/वाइवा-वोस (मौखिक परीक्षा) अनिवार्य होगा।
IGNOU फुल-टाइम और पार्ट-टाइम दोनों तरह के Ph.D. प्रोग्राम ऑफर करता है। सभी चुने गए स्कॉलर्स को IGNOU हेडक्वार्टर, नई दिल्ली में कोर्स वर्क पूरा करना होगा, जिसके लिए 80 प्रतिशत न्यूनतम उपस्थिति अनिवार्य है।
आवेदन शुल्क 2,000 रुपये है। योग्यता मानदंड, विषय-वार वैकेंसी, रिजर्वेशन पॉलिसी, एडमिशन प्रक्रिया और एंट्रेंस टेस्ट के सिलेबस के बारे में विस्तृत जानकारी यूनिवर्सिटी की वेबसाइट पर उपलब्ध है।
अधिक जानकारी के लिए, उम्मीदवार www.ignou.ac.in पर जा सकते हैं या रिसर्च यूनिट से researchunit@ignou.ac.in पर संपर्क कर सकते हैं।
राजेश शर्मा
जनसंपर्क अधिकारी (PRO), IGNOU
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IGNOU becomes the First Open University in India to Launch the Master of Science (M.Sc.) Climate Change programme
IGNOU becomes the First Open University in India to Launch M.Sc. (Climate Change) Empowering Future Climate Leaders
IGNOU has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Open University in India to launch the
Master of Science (M.Sc.) Climate Change programme. It is a significant step towards addressing
one of the most pressing global challenges of our time.
Climate change is increasingly impacting ecosystems, economies, and human well-being across the world.
Recognizing the urgent need for trained professionals capable of developing sustainable and resilient solutions,
IGNOU has designed this innovative multidisciplinary programme to provide learners with a comprehensive
understanding of climate science, climate risks, adaptation and mitigation strategies, environmental governance,
and sustainable development.
The programme explores critical themes such as climate change and water resources, energy systems, agriculture,
disaster risk reduction, biodiversity, waste management, circular economy, health, ecosystem restoration,
environmental legislation, governance, and climate assessment tools. It equips learners with the knowledge and
skills required to address real-world climate challenges and contribute to national and global sustainability goals.
The programme is coordinated by Dr. V. Venkatramanan and
Prof. Shachi Shah, who bring extensive academic and research expertise in the fields of
environment, sustainability, and climate change studies.
The eligibility to enrol in the programme is graduation in any discipline. The two-year programme carries
80 credits and offers flexibility for learners. Students completing the first year successfully
may also opt to receive a Post Graduate Diploma in Climate Change (PGDCCC).
IGNOU invites graduates from diverse academic backgrounds, professionals, policymakers, educators, and
environmental enthusiasts to join this future-oriented programme and contribute towards building a
climate-resilient society.
This pioneering programme reflects IGNOU's commitment to advancing climate education and preparing a new
generation of professionals capable of addressing climate-related challenges through science-based,
sustainable solutions.
Join IGNOU and become a part of the solution for a sustainable and climate-resilient future.
Programme Details:
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Admission Portal:
https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/
IGNOU भारत की पहली ओपन यूनिवर्सिटी बनी जिसने भविष्य के क्लाइमेट लीडर्स को तैयार करने के लिए M.Sc. (क्लाइमेट चेंज) प्रोग्राम शुरू किया
IGNOU ने मास्टर ऑफ़ साइंस (M.Sc.) क्लाइमेट चेंज प्रोग्राम शुरू करके भारत की पहली ओपन यूनिवर्सिटी बनने का एक बड़ा मुकाम हासिल किया है।
यह हमारे समय की सबसे ज़रूरी ग्लोबल चुनौतियों में से एक से निपटने की दिशा में एक अहम कदम है।
क्लाइमेट चेंज दुनिया भर में इकोसिस्टम, अर्थव्यवस्थाओं और इंसानी भलाई पर तेज़ी से असर डाल रहा है। सस्टेनेबल और मज़बूत समाधान विकसित
करने में सक्षम ट्रेंड प्रोफेशनल्स की तत्काल ज़रूरत को समझते हुए, IGNOU ने यह नया मल्टी-डिसिप्लिनरी प्रोग्राम डिज़ाइन किया है।
इसका मकसद सीखने वालों को क्लाइमेट साइंस, क्लाइमेट रिस्क, अनुकूलन और शमन रणनीतियों, पर्यावरण गवर्नेंस और सस्टेनेबल डेवलपमेंट की
पूरी समझ देना है।
यह प्रोग्राम क्लाइमेट चेंज और जल संसाधन, ऊर्जा प्रणालियाँ, कृषि, आपदा जोखिम में कमी, जैव विविधता, कचरा प्रबंधन, सर्कुलर इकोनॉमी,
स्वास्थ्य, इकोसिस्टम बहाली, पर्यावरण कानून, गवर्नेंस और क्लाइमेट असेसमेंट टूल्स जैसे अहम विषयों पर जानकारी देता है। यह सीखने वालों
को असल दुनिया की क्लाइमेट चुनौतियों से निपटने और राष्ट्रीय व ग्लोबल सस्टेनेबिलिटी लक्ष्यों में योगदान करने के लिए ज़रूरी ज्ञान और
कौशल से लैस करता है।
इस प्रोग्राम का संचालन डॉ. वी. वेंकटरामनन और
प्रो. शची शाह कर रहे हैं, जिनके पास पर्यावरण, सस्टेनेबिलिटी और क्लाइमेट चेंज स्टडीज़ के क्षेत्रों में व्यापक
एकेडमिक और रिसर्च अनुभव है।
इस प्रोग्राम में दाखिले के लिए किसी भी विषय में ग्रेजुएशन ज़रूरी है। दो साल के इस प्रोग्राम में
80 क्रेडिट हैं और यह सीखने वालों को लचीलापन देता है। जो छात्र सफलतापूर्वक पहला साल पूरा कर लेते हैं,
वे क्लाइमेट चेंज में पोस्ट ग्रेजुएट डिप्लोमा (PGDCCC) लेने का विकल्प भी चुन सकते हैं।
IGNOU अलग-अलग एकेडमिक बैकग्राउंड वाले ग्रेजुएट्स, प्रोफेशनल्स, पॉलिसी बनाने वालों, शिक्षकों और पर्यावरण के प्रति उत्साही लोगों को
इस भविष्य-उन्मुख प्रोग्राम में शामिल होने और क्लाइमेट-रेज़िलिएंट समाज बनाने में योगदान करने के लिए आमंत्रित करता है।
यह अनोखा प्रोग्राम क्लाइमेट शिक्षा को आगे बढ़ाने और विज्ञान-आधारित, सस्टेनेबल समाधानों के ज़रिए क्लाइमेट से जुड़ी चुनौतियों से
निपटने में सक्षम प्रोफेशनल्स की नई पीढ़ी तैयार करने के प्रति IGNOU की प्रतिबद्धता को दर्शाता है।
IGNOU से जुड़ें और सस्टेनेबल और क्लाइमेट-रेज़िलिएंट भविष्य के समाधान का हिस्सा बनें।
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Rajesh Sharma
PRO, IGNOU
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Mega Placement Drive by CPC held on 29 April 2026 Click to teach IGNOU Mail this conversation is important
PRESS RELEASE
IGNOU Campus Placement Cell Scripts a Landmark Success: 200+ Learners Offered Jobs by Six Recruiters at the Mega Placement Drive with record 3,900 Registrations
A record-breaking on-campus recruitment event at the IGNOU headquarters reinforces the university’s commitment to connecting its learners with meaningful, sector-diverse career pathways.
3,900 Learners Registered
6 Recruiting Companies
200 plus Jobs Offered
New Delhi, 29 April 2026
The Campus Placement Cell (CPC) of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has etched a milestone in its record of learner empowerment, convening a Mega Campus Placement Drive of remarkable scale and sectoral breadth at the B.R. Ambedkar Convention Centre, New Delhi, on Tuesday, 29 April 2026. The event marked a remarkable success as more than 200 learners secured job offers at the placement drive. It witnessed an unprecedented registration of 3,900 IGNOU learners vying for about 200 positions tendered by six recruiting organisations representing the EdTech, Aviation, Hospitality, Services, and NGO sectors, affirming the University’s conviction that geographical distance need never impede professional ambition.
The figure of 3,900 registered candidates is not merely a statistical achievement; it is a testament to the depth of trust that IGNOU’s learner community reposes in the University’s institutional mechanisms for career facilitation. The Campus Placement Cell has, over successive drives, cultivated a reputation for pairing academically prepared learners with employers who appreciate the rigour, resilience, and real-world orientation that the open and distance learning model instils. Today’s turnout represents the single largest registration for an on-campus recruitment event in the CPC’s history, underscoring a growing appetite among IGNOU’s learner base for structured, institution-mediated pathways into the professional world.
Central to the drive’s design was the deliberate diversity of sectors represented. By engaging organisations from EdTech, Aviation, Hospitality, Services, and the Non-Governmental Organisation sector simultaneously, the CPC demonstrated its commitment to sector-agnostic opportunity, acknowledging that IGNOU’s learner base is itself heterogeneous in its professional aspirations, academic backgrounds, and vocational inclinations. Each of around 200 positions on offer was designed to be accessible to graduates whose qualifications have been earned through the open and distance learning mode, signalling a progressive evolution in how mainstream employers engage with ODL graduates as first-choice recruits. EdTech, as a sector, has emerged as one of the most natural destinations for IGNOU graduates, whose educational journey has been mediated by technology and self-directed learning. Aviation and Hospitality offer access to industries characterised by scale, service excellence, and rapid professional growth, while the inclusion of NGO-sector opportunities reflects the University’s abiding commitment to social purpose.
Students participating for the recruitment drive expressed that their expectations for brighter careers germinated after knowing about the previous recruitment drives conducted by the CPC. Candidates who were short-listed have communicated and praised the efforts made by the placement coordination team. IGNOU Vice Chancellor, Prof. Uma Kanjilal, highlighting the 3900 student registrations for the mega placement drive with about 200 jobs offer, said that, “it shows our tireless effort to bridge the distance between a learner’s educational attainment and her or his rightful place in the professional sphere. Through effective placement drives, targeted industry-connect initiatives, and dedicated pre-placement training and support programmes, the Cell has consistently ensured that every IGNOU learner is not merely placed but positioned, equipped with the confidence, competence, and professional acumen to thrive in a competitive employment environment.”
IGNOU’s learner base is one of the most diverse in the world, encompassing individuals from rural and tribal India, working professionals pursuing up-skilling, women returning to education after career breaks, members of the armed forces and paramilitary services, persons with disabilities, and learners from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. It is the CPC’s singular achievement that it has engineered a placement ecosystem capacious enough to serve this extraordinary diversity, one in which the candidate’s mode of study is never a disqualification but, rather, a mark of uncommon determination. The success of any placement drive is ultimately measured not in registrations or vacancies but in outcomes: in the lives changed, the livelihoods secured, and the aspirations fulfilled. The Mega Placement Drive held today has by the scale of its participation and the quality of the opportunities it presents, created the conditions for precisely such outcomes. For learners who may have doubted whether a degree earned through open and distance learning would open the same professional doors as one earned on a traditional campus, today’s event offered a compelling and emphatically affirmative answer. IGNOU’s reach has always transcended geographical boundaries; through the Campus Placement Cell, it now demonstrably transcends professional ones as well. The University remains steadfast in its conviction that distance is no barrier to success, and today’s Mega Placement Drive stands as one of the most eloquent demonstrations of that conviction in the institution’s four-decade history.
‘The Campus Placement Cell of IGNOU continues to demonstrate that the open and distance learning mode is not a detour around opportunity, it is a direct route to it.’
Rajesh Sharma (President of India Awardee for the Best Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover)
Public Relations Officer / Social Media Champion
Block-11 Room No. 13 B
Maidan Garhi, IGNOU Campus
New Delhi-110068
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Conclave on ‘NARI SHAKTI VANDAN ADHINIYAM’
PRESS RELEASE
IGNOU CONVENES THE BIGGEST STUDENTS’ PARTICIPATION FORUM ON NARI SHAKTI VANDAN ADHINIYAM
MP Bansuri Swaraj and NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar Addressed Student Delegates on Women’s Representation in Parliament and State Legislatures
NEW DELHI | 13 APRIL 2026
The gap between India’s democratic promise and its legislative reality has rarely been more sharply visible as women constitute nearly half the electorate, yet fewer than 14 per cent of the seats in the Lok Sabha are theirs. It was precisely this dissonance that IGNOU, the institution Parliament built to democratise learning, and which its millions of students have long called ‘The People’s University’, chose to address by hosting a students’ deliberation forum at its headquarters in New Delhi on Monday, April 13, 2026.
The landmark Students’ Discussion Forum on the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023’, a watershed legislation that reserves 33 per cent of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, was hosted at the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Convention Centre. The event marked one of the most consequential student-led civic deliberations on women’s political representation in recent academic memory. The forum was also conducted across all IGNOU Regional Centres, making it one of the largest student participation initiatives in the country.
Presided over by Prof. Uma Kanjilal, Vice Chancellor of IGNOU, the forum was graced by distinguished Chief Guests Ms. Bansuri Swaraj, Hon’ble Member of Parliament representing the New Delhi Lok Sabha Constituency, and Smt. Vijaya Rahatkar, Hon’ble Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW), Government of India.
Smt. Vijaya Rahatkar, while addressing the gathering, highlighted IGNOU’s commitment to women’s empowerment and stated that the university truly reflects the aspirations of women through education and awareness. She emphasised that greater representation of women is essential for national progress and encouraged young women to actively participate in all spheres of development.
Ms. Bansuri Swaraj expressed her appreciation for the increasing participation of women in the democratic process and acknowledged various government initiatives supporting women’s growth and empowerment. She stressed that political empowerment is crucial for achieving the national vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’.
The forum also witnessed participation from eminent dignitaries including Shri Shyam Jaju, who motivated students to actively engage in policy-making and leadership roles. The discussions were structured around five thematic pillars focusing on social, structural, institutional, and democratic aspects of women’s representation, along with envisioning women as leaders in India’s future growth trajectory.
Designed as a dynamic and participatory platform, the deliberations simulated parliamentary-style discussions and aimed at generating actionable policy recommendations. The initiative reflects IGNOU’s commitment to fostering informed citizenship and encouraging youth participation in nation-building.
In her address, Vice Chancellor Prof. Uma Kanjilal remarked that the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam represents not just a legislative reform but a significant step towards addressing historical inequalities in democratic representation. She emphasised the university’s role in empowering students to become active contributors to policy and governance.
Prof. Nayantara Padhi, Director of the Special Project Unit at IGNOU, concluded the programme with a vote of thanks, reiterating the importance of student engagement in shaping a more inclusive and equitable society.
As one of the world’s leading open universities, IGNOU continues to play a pivotal role in expanding access to education and empowering learners across the country, especially women. Through such initiatives, the university reinforces its commitment to contributing towards a more inclusive and participatory democratic framework in India.
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