3 min read Last Updated : Jun 10 2025 | 1:03 PM IST
IGNOU 2025 admissions: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has commenced its admission process for the July 2025 session. Students seeking admission to various Online and Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programmes can register through the official portals.
The distance learning courses application can be submitted at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in, while those interested in online programmes should visit ignouiop.samarth.edu.in. The last date to apply is July 15, 2025.
IGNOU Admission 2025: DEB ID is mandatory for applicants
As per the latest notification from IGNOU, candidates applying for any programme must first generate a Distance Education Bureau (DEB) ID. The DEB ID ensures that students are properly registered in higher education institutions as per UGC guidelines.
How to create DEB ID 2025?
Here are the simple steps to create DEB ID 2025:
First, create an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) ID.
Thereafter, visit the DEB ID registration page.
Enter the required details such as your email and mobile number.
Here’s the eligibility criteria for IGNOU July admission:
Undergraduate Courses: Applicants must have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 50 per cent marks from any recognised educational board.
Postgraduate Courses: Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 50 per cent marks from a recognised university.
Diploma and Certificate Programmes: Applicants must have completed their 10+2 from a recognised board.
Admissions are strictly merit-based, except for programmes like PhD, B.Ed., and Post Basic BSc Nursing (PBScN), which may require entrance tests.
IGNOU offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across disciplines such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Education, Social Work, Management, Law, and Health Sciences.