IGNOU Extends ODL Admission Deadline To August 31, 2025; Check Important Tips For Applicants

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for registration of its Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programmes up to August 31, 2025. It is an opportunity offered for students who are yet to finish applying on the official website at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Candidates are now able to upload the pending documents in the extended window. Candidates should be aware that no applications will be entertained after the last deadline, reminding aspirants not to wait until the last day in view of possible technical lags due to excessive website traffic.

IGNOU remains a preferred option among students from all over India who are interested in flexible higher education using distance (ODL) as well as online learning modes. Offering a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certification programs, the university educates millions of students, including those residing in far-flung locations as well as working professionals.

Important Tips for Applicants:

-Submit early to prevent last-minute server problems.

-Scan documents with the required dimensions and format prior to uploading.

-SC/ST students pursuing UG ODL courses can be eligible for a fee waiver of 50% if they're not receiving any other benefits.

-In the event of technical failure or delay in payment, wait for 24 hours before reattempting. IGNOU's system auto-refunds repetitive transactions.

This will most likely be the last extension for the July 2025 session. Aspirants are urged to finish registration at the earliest to avoid missing admission in the next academic cycle.

IGNOU Online ODL Programmes: Here's How To Apply

Step 1: Go to the official website-- ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in

Step 2: Click on the IGNOU registration link

Step 3: A new page will appear on the screen, and complete the registration process on the portal

Step 4: Fill out the application form and upload the required documents

Note: Download the IGNOU Online ODL Programmes confirmation page and take a printout for future reference.

Published on: Saturday, August 16, 2025, 06:06 PM IST