IGNOU MBA Admission 2026 Now Live: Apply Online by February 15
No Merit-based entry for distance MBA; bachelor’s with 50% required
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has officially kicked off IGNOU MBA admission 2026 for the January session, inviting graduates to apply online until February 15, 2026. This merit-based process skips the OPENMAT entrance exam, making it accessible for working professionals seeking flexible management education.
• Last date: February 15, 2026
• Mode: Online via ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in
• No entrance test; direct merit admission
• Session start: March 2026
IGNOU MBA Admission 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need a bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) from a UGC-recognized university with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD). Final-year students qualify provisionally. No age limit applies, ideal for career switchers or upskillers.
IGNOU MBA Admission 2026: Key Dates & Process
- Visit ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in; register with APAAR ID/email.
- Fill form: Personal, academic details, program choice (MBA general/specialized).
- Upload docs: Degree marksheets, photo, signature, category certificate.
- Pay fee online (₹300 registration + program fee).
- Submit; get confirmation SMS/email. Track status online.
Confirmation by mid-February; study materials dispatched March. Classes via LMS, weekend counseling.
IGNOU MBA Programs & Fees 2026
| Program | Duration | Fee (per semester) |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (General) | 2-4 years | ₹16,000-18,000 |
| MBA (HR/Banking/Finance) | 2-4 years | ₹16,000-18,000 |
| PGDM (specialized) | 1-3 years | ₹12,000-15,000 |
Total ~₹62,000-70,000 + exam fees. Pay semester-wise; scholarships for merit/SC/ST.
IGNOU MBA Curriculum & Advantages
IGNOU MBA admission 2026 covers 21 courses: Management Functions, Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, Business Analytics, Ethics. Project work mandatory. AICTE/DEB approved; valid for govt jobs/promotions. Flexible for employed learners.
Why Choose IGNOU MBA 2026?
- Affordable vs private MBAs (₹10L+).
- 1.2cr+ alumni network.
- 67 study centers; online support.
- NEP-aligned; global recognition.
FAQs: IGNOU MBA Admission 2026
Q: OPENMAT needed? No, merit-based now.
Q: July session? Opens May 2026.
Q: Re-registration? For continuing students by Jan 31.
Q: Helpdesk? 011-29571301 or admission@ignou.ac.in.
IGNOU MBA admission 2026 empowers career growth affordably. Apply soon!
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