Indira Gandhi National Open University
The People's University
The People's 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 beyond. Empowered by the IGNOU Act, the University holds a unique mandate to provide inclusive and equitable access to higher education across the nation and through its overseas learner support centres, reflecting its expansive jurisdiction and global vision.
Vice Chancellor, IGNOU
IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) offers a wide range of Online/ Distance Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, and Certificate Programs at an affordable price.
Earn a prestigious degree from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) โ India's largest and most trusted Open University, approved by UGC-DEB and accredited with the highest NAAC A++ grade. IGNOU degrees are legally equivalent to regular full-time university degrees under the UGC Act and are fully valid for higher studies, government jobs, PSU recruitment, competitive exams like UPSC, SSC and Banking, private sector employment and career opportunities abroad.
Every IGNOU certificate is issued with a unique enrolment number and is verifiable through the official DigiLocker and IGNOU verification portal, making it 100% authentic and tamper-proof. The degree is signed by the Registrar and Vice Chancellor, embossed with the official IGNOU seal and printed on secure watermarked paper. With flexible learning, affordable fees and worldwide recognition, an IGNOU degree opens doors to lifelong career growth, promotions and higher education across India and internationally.
Online distance courses with Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) are well-suited for a variety of individuals. Working professionals can upgrade their skills without disrupting their careers, while parents can pursue degrees while managing family commitments. Those students in remote areas or with limited access to traditional education can benefit from IGNOU's remote learning options.
IGNOU extends higher education access to 3 million+ Indian students, transcending societal barriers.
IGNOU's affordable programs span the entire country, especially benefiting marginalized groups.
Innovative, high-quality programs cater to diverse educational needs at various levels.
The institution actively shapes and maintains open and distance learning benchmarks across India.
