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IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University)

India's Pioneer Central University with Government Recognized Open Degrees

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About IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University)

IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University), part of Government of India Central University, is a central university founded in 1985 and based in New Delhi, Delhi. India's Pioneer Central University with Government Recognized Open Degrees The university holds a NAAC A++ accreditation (3.56 CGPA) and its online degree programs are approved under UGC-DEB regulations, carrying full parity with on-campus degrees. With 3,000,000+ learners enrolled and a network of 150+ hiring partners, it is one of the more established names in Indian online higher education.

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Empowering 3,000,000+ Online Learners

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Degree carries no "Online/Distance" caveat on the main diploma as mandated by the UGC Regulation 2020.

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Online Degree Programs & Fee Breakdown

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Postgraduate Most Enrolled

Master of Business Administration (Online & ODL)

schedule Duration: 2 Years (Max 4 Years) • fact_check Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with min 50% marks (45% for reserved category)

Total Course Fee ₹62,000

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HRFinancial ManagementMarketingOperationsServices Management

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Every program conducted by IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) is legally recognized under the UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020. By statutory decree, degrees conferred online hold 100% equivalence to degrees completed via traditional on-campus delivery.

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Career Outcomes

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150+ Active Enterprise Recruiters

Graduates from IGNOU leverage dedicated placement drives, live interview bootcamps, and direct referral opportunities across multinational tech conglomerates, big-4 consulting firms, and BFSI leaders.

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Student Queries

Frequently Asked Questions • IGNOU

Is a degree from IGNOU valid for Government Jobs & UPSC?expand_more

Yes, absolutely. Under University Grants Commission (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, degrees awarded through online mode by UGC-DEB recognized universities are treated as equivalent to traditional campus degrees for all Central and State Government jobs, UPSC, SSC CGL, PSUs, and defense recruitments.

Does the degree mention "Online" or "Distance Education"?expand_more

As per the official UGC mandate, the degree certificate awarded by IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) is identical in nomenclature and stature to on-campus degrees. It does not carry stigmatizing distance-mode labels, ensuring seamless corporate acceptance.

Do I ever need to visit New Delhi or a physical exam center?expand_more

No. The entire lifecycle — including admissions, live classes, digital assignments, project submissions, and semester term-end examinations — is conducted 100% online. Exam mode: Pen & Paper Term-End Exam at Designated Study Centers Across India.

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What is the eligibility for the MBA at IGNOU?expand_more

Bachelor's degree with min 50% marks (45% for reserved category)

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