About Indira Gandhi National Open University
Welcome to Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), a premier institution established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 with the mission to democratize education in India and across the world. Empowered by the IGNOU Act, the University carries a unique mandate to provide inclusive and equitable access to higher education throughout the nation as well as through its overseas learner support centres, reflecting its broad jurisdiction and global vision. IGNOU proudly stands as the Number 1 Open University in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) and is the first Open University to receive the prestigious A plus plus accreditation from NAAC. These honors highlight its excellence in the open, distance, and online learning system. With more than 69 Regional Centres, over 2000 Learner Support Centres across India, and 25 Overseas Study Centres in 15 countries, IGNOU reaches even the most remote regions and supports a diverse range of learners, including marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, and international students. 1489
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Key facts and institutional overview
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Indira Gandhi National Open University Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure and facilities overview
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| Live & Recorded Lectures | Classes via video platforms, plus recordings for revision anytime. |
| Learning Management System (lms) | A central portal for notes, assignments, quizzes, and announcements. |
| Digital Study Materials | eBooks, PDFs, lecture slides, and multimedia content. |
| Online Assessments | Quizzes, exams, and assignments submitted digitally (sometimes with remote proctoring). |
| Virtual Doubt-clearing Sessions | Live Q&A or discussion forums with instructors. |
| Mentorship Programs | Assigned mentors for academic and career guidance. |
| Email/chat Support | Direct communication with faculty or support staff. |
| Digital Libraries | Access to journals, research papers, and databases. |
| E-books & Audiobooks | Available anytime without physical borrowing limits. |
| Research Tools | Citation tools, plagiarism checkers, and academic databases. |
| Interactive Platforms | Quizzes, polls, simulations, and virtual labs. |
| Mobile Apps | Study on-the-go via apps. |
| Cloud Storage | Save and access assignments and notes online. |
| Recorded Sessions Archive | Rewatch lectures anytime. |
| Discussion Forums | Peer interaction and group discussions. |
| Virtual Clubs & Events | Webinars, competitions, cultural activities. |
| Group Projects | Collaborative tools like shared documents and breakout rooms. |
Admission
Course-wise eligibility and selection process
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