IGNOU July admissions 2026: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for fresh admissions to the July 2026 academic session until August 16, 2026 for all notified programmes offered through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online modes. With the revised schedule, candidates can now apply for a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, postgraduate diploma, and certificate programmes offered by the country’s largest open university.Applicants interested in Open and Distance Learning programmes (ODL) must submit their applications through the IGNOU Samarth ODL Admission Portal, while candidates seeking admission to fully online programmes are required to register through the Samarth Online Programmes Portal.

IGNOU July 2026 admission: Steps to apply

Candidates can follow the steps elucidated here to apply for the IGNOU July 2026 admissions: Step 1: Visit the relevant IGNOU Samarth Admission Portal for ODL or Online programmes.Step 2: Click on ‘New Registration’ and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.Step 3: Verify the registered details through the OTP received.Step 4: Log in using the generated username and password.Step 5: Select the preferred programme and fill in the online application form.Step 6: Upload the required documents, including a recent photograph, signature and educational certificates in the prescribed format.Step 7: Pay the applicable programme fee, submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for the IGNOU July admissions 2026.Candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official website to get the complete details of the IGNOU July admissions 2026.