IGNOU BA Admission 2026 – Status, Last Date, & Fees

IGNOU has started the admission process for the BA programme for the July 2025 session. If you want to study Bachelor of Arts through distance learning, IGNOU is one of the best and most affordable choices in India. The university offers more than 30 BA specializations, and the last date to apply is 15 October 2025.

The BA programme is handled by the School of Social Sciences, and the Programme Coordinator is Prof. Uma Medury (email: bagsoss@ignou.ac.in).

In this guide, you will find simple and complete information about the admission process, eligibility, fees, important dates, document list, and more.

Latest Announcements for IGNOU BA 2026

IGNOU Date Sheet 2025: Exams for various courses will begin on 1 December 2025 and end on 14 January 2026.
Assignment Submission Last Date: For December TEE, the last date to submit assignments is 20 November 2025.
Next Admission Cycle: BA admission for July 2025 is closed. The January 2026 session will open soon.
DEB ID Required: Students applying for ODL mode must create a DEB ID using their ABC ID.

IGNOU BA Admission 2026 Overview

Admission for the BA July 2025 session started on 6 June 2025, and the last date to apply was 15 October 2025. Students can choose from 31 different BA specializations and apply through the official website: ignou.ac.in.

A BA from IGNOU helps students build a strong base for careers in public service, journalism, teaching, research, and administration.

To apply, students must pay a ₹300 application fee and have passed Class 12th from a recognised board.

IGNOU BA Programme Highlights 2026

Feature	Details
Programme Name	Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Mode	Open Distance Learning (ODL)
Duration	3 years (max. 6 years)
Medium	English & Hindi
Eligibility	10+2 from a recognised board
Annual Fee	₹4,400 per year (other fees extra)
Practical Fee (if applicable)	₹600 per year for Psychology
Application Fee	₹300
Coordinator	Prof. Uma Medury

IGNOU BA Eligibility Criteria 2026

To take admission in the BA course, the student must:

Have passed 10+2 from a recognised state or central board.
Have valid documents to prove educational qualification.
There is no age limit for applying to IGNOU BA.

Documents Required for IGNOU BA Admission

Students must upload the following documents while filling the online form:

Scanned passport-size photograph
Scanned signature
Aadhar Card / PAN / Driving License (any valid ID)
Class 10th mark sheet
Class 12th mark sheet or equivalent certificate
Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)

IGNOU BA Admission Process 2026

Follow these steps to apply online:

Visit the official admission portal: ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in
Click on “New Registration”.
Enter your details (name, email, mobile number).
Create your login ID and password.
Log in and fill the complete form (personal, academic, and communication details).
Upload all required documents.
Pay the ₹300 application fee.
Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future use.

How to Check IGNOU BA Admission Status

To check your admission status:

Visit ignou.ac.in.
Go to the admission portal.
Log in using your credentials.
Open the My Application / Admission Status section.
Enter your control number or enrollment number.
Your admission status will be displayed.

IGNOU BA Study Material

IGNOU provides study material in both online and offline forms: How to Download Study Material (PDF):

Visit the eGyankosh portal.
Search for “BA Self Learning Material”.
Select your subjects.
Download the PDFs.

Students who choose printed material will receive books by post.

IGNOU BA Admission FAQs

What are the fees for IGNOU BA?

₹4,400 per year, plus registration and other fees.

Is there any age limit for BA in IGNOU?

No, anyone can apply regardless of age.

Is there any entrance exam for IGNOU BA?

No, admission is based on Class 12th marks.

Can I finish BA in 2 years at IGNOU?

No. The BA programme takes a minimum of 3 years and can be extended up to 6 years.