IGNOU Registration 2023 | Last Date, Status, Login & Details

IGNOU Registration 2023: IGNOU Registration has started for the January 2023 session at the official portal. One can fill out the registration form for UG, PG & Diploma courses till 31 January 2023. Students take entry to UG, PG degree, diploma, and certificate programs such as BA, BCom, BSc, MA, MCom, or MBA. Applicants can register themselves for IGNOU January 2023 session with the help of the Samarth Portal www.ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in. Late entry will include the charges of additional fees. 

IGNOU registration fee for the present academic year session has been increased from INR two hundred to three hundred for the various courses. Candidates can deposit IGNOU registration fees by following methods such as Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. Registration fee exemptions are applied for some special categories such as ST/SC. The PhD Registration is ongoing at @www.ignouphd.samarth.edu.in.

The registration process of IGNOU can also be followed in an offline mode. The offline application form of IGNOU can be collected from any authorized regional center of the university. The filled form of IGNOU must be submitted at the same center with affixed photos, and academic/professional documents. A receipt will be shared as confirmation of the IGNOU Registration form submission. 

IGNOU Registration Dates 2023

As stated earlier, IGNOU invites students to register for the two sessions, January and July. IGNOU registration dates for the January 2023 session have been released by the institution. As per the notifications released by the institution, IGNOU January 2023 registration started on 28 December 2022. The schedule of registration is depicted in the table given below:

IGNOU Registration 2023

Registration is the first and foremost step before seeking fresh courses at Indira Gandhi National Open University. At the time of registration, one must be prepared with all the necessary documents and details required while filling out the registration form. IGNOU Registration 2023 is now conducted online, which will involve filling in the details, uploading the documents, and fee payment. Detailed information about the registration procedure has been covered in the next section.

IGNOU Registration process commences in two sessions: Academic and Calendar year. The January session of admission registration is known with a term of the calendar year. But, the July session will be sounded with the name of the Academic year.

IGNOU Registration 2023 Last Date

As of 28 December 2022, students who want to enroll in IGNOU courses do not have to wait until the 31st of January 2023 to register, as the registration portal will be available from 28 December 2022 to 31 January 2023. A student who wishes to enroll in the program should visit the registration portal and complete the form by following the correct path and following the correct procedure.

IGNOU Registration Process 2023 [How To Register?]

Students interested in the IGNOU Registration 2023 need to go through the 7 steps given below: 

• Go to the official web portal of IGNOU.
• Click on the ‘Register Online’ dropdown icon.
• Select the “Fresh Registration” option.
• A new screen will appear showing Registration Portal January 2023.
• Hit the “Click Here for New Registration”
• Now, fill in all the personal details as required.
• Finally, Click on the “Register” button.
• For multiple logins, applicants must have their username and password.

After registration, the next task will be the application form-filling process. The steps to fill out the application form are as follows:

• Once registration is completed, Login in using your Registered Username and Password.
• Now, fill in all the personal and educational qualifications.
• Next, provide all the details for the opted program.
• Upload all the required documents properly.
• Preview/edit the incorrect details if any. 
• Make the payment through Debit Card/Credit Card/ Net Banking.
• Save and print the form for future use. 

Registration Fee: The fee paid for the registration will be Rs 300, which is non-refundable. It is informed to the students that this fee will be paid along with the first-semester program fee.

Details Required for IGNOU Registration:

While filling out the registration form, students must enter the following personal details correctly :

• User Name (8 to 16 characters)
• Full Name 
• Email Address 
• Password (alphanumeric with 8 to 16 characters)
• Contact Number
• Documents Required  after Registration

After completing the registration successfully, the students are transferred to the next process, the Application Process. One must have a scanned copy of the following documents:

• Class 10th/12th Marksheet
• Character Certificate
• Age Proof
• Address Proof
• Signature
• Passport-sized photograph
• Category Certificate (if any)
• BPL Certificate (if any)

IGNOU UG Registration 2023

BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, B.Ed, and B.Lis are some courses available at the UG level. For UG registration, the first and very important thing is to be aware of the eligibility criteria that need to be fulfilled by the students. The basic eligibility criteria for each of the courses have been described below:

• BA: There are 14 specializations provided under the BA program. To register in either specialization, one must have passed Class XIIth.   
• B.Sc: Those who have completed 10+2 with science subjects are eligible to register for B.Sc
• BCA: Aspirants must have done Class 12th from a standard board.
• B.Lis: Students must possess a UG degree with at least 50% marks. However, Graduates with Diploma or work experience are also eligible for B.Lis.  
• BCom: Those who have completed Class 12th can apply for B.Com. Those who are not 12th passed out but completed BPP from IGNOU can register themselves for the same.

IGNOU PG Registration 2023

IGNOU has a variety of courses at the PG level. It includes MA, M.Com, M.Lib, MCA, MSW, MBA, etc. Students interested in pursuing PG courses from IGNOU have to meet certain eligibility criteria specified by the university. Such criteria have been given below:

• MA: To be eligible for MA, one must have earned a BA degree from a valued university.
• M.Sc: Aspirants with a B.Sc degree in the related field can register for the multiple specializations under M.Sc 
• M.Com: For M.Com, Bachelor’s degree in related subjects is required from a renowned university.
• MSW: A Graduation degree is required to apply for MSW (General) and MSW (Counselling).
• MCA: Those who have done Graduation are eligible to opt for MCA. Also, they must have studied Mathematics either at 10+2 or UG level.  

IGNOU Ph.D/M.Phil Registration 2023

IGNOU Ph.D. registration’s last date was 25 December 2022 for the 2023 session. After registration, students have to appear the entrance examination. IGNOU Ph.D. registration fee is Rs 1000, which is non-refundable.

The registration process for IGNOU Ph.D/M.Phil courses are conducted by the university once in a year and that in the January session. The registrations are conducted by the university at its official website and students are required to first complete the login process.

By using the login credential created in the login portal the students would be able to get access to the registration form. 

IGNOU Diploma Registration 2023

DECE, DNHE, DPLAD, DEVMT, and DTS are some courses available at the Diploma level. For IGNOU Diploma registration, the first and very important thing is to be aware of the eligibility criteria that need to be fulfilled by the students. The Basic eligibility criteria for each of the programs have been 10+2 or equivalent to register themselves for this program.

IGNOU Registration Status 2023

When students register, they receive a confirmation email or SMS on their registered email address and contact number. Otherwise, students may check the registration status online. However, this takes 1-2 months.

How to check IGNOU Registration Status 2023?

Follow the steps below to check the status on the IGNOU website:

• Open the official website of the University at www.ignou.ac.in.
• Select “Know Your Registration Details” from the menu.
• Once you have completed the steps outlined above, the following window will appear on your screen:
• Candidates must enter their 9-digit enrollment number and program code to check the status of their application.
• A student can now view his or her registration status at the university by clicking on the “Submit” button.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date for IGNOU Registration in January Session 2023?

Ans. The last date to register for IGNOU in January 2023 Session is 31 January 2023.

Q2. Which mode is made available for registration at IGNOU?

Ans. At IGNOU, students can register online mode.

Q3. How long does IGNOU take to announce the Registration status?

Ans. It takes 1-2 months for IGNOU to announce the registration status.

Q4. Which details are needed to check the IGNOU Registration Status?

Ans. An Enrollment Number and Program Code will be required for IGNOU Registration Status.

Q5. Who can all participate in IGNOU Registration 2023?

Ans. It is open for the aspirants for UG, PG, Ph.D., Diploma, and Certificate courses.

Q6. Which details are required for IGNOU Registration 2023?

Ans. Only the personal details, including Full Name, Email Id, and Contact Number, are enough to register at IGNOU.

Q7. What amount should be paid as an IGNOU registration fee?

Ans. Students are subject to pay Rs 300 as the registration fee.