The Times of India

IGNOU extends January 2026 admission deadline for ODL and online programmes till March 30

The Indira Gandhi National Open University has extended the registration deadline for the January 2026 admission cycle for both ODL and online programmes to March 30. Applications are open for undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses through the official admission portal. Registration for ODL programmes began on December 16, 2025, and for online programmes on December 24, 2025. Applicants must provide a valid APAAR ID and complete the admission process online through the IGNOU admission website.