IGNOU Diploma Courses Admission 2024: Fees, Eligibility, Application Process

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IGNOU offers 1-year diploma and postgraduate diploma programs in various departments. Programs are administered by their respective departments and eligibility criteria also vary for each of the offered programs. 

Admissions are based upon merit with basic eligibility criteria of matriculation for admission. Some programs also require students to have field/work experience for selection to their choice of program.

Applications for all diploma programs are accepted for both January and July cycles every year. They can be submitted online through the respective department’s website of IGNOU. Or applications can be submitted online via the common application portal for open and distance learning or for online learning.

IGNOU Diploma Courses Admission Highlights 2023

Type of Programs Diploma; Post Graduate DIploma
Duration  1 year
Maximum Duration for Completion 2 years
Admissions  January & July 
Applications  Online 
Entrance Required No 
Selection for Admission Merit based
Basic Eligibility Passed class X exams
Number of Departments Offering 15

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IGNOU Diploma Courses Details 2023

There are above 35 Post Graduate Diploma courses and more than 20 diploma courses for admission to students. The maximum duration for completion of these programs is 2 years.

The courses are summarized according to their respective schools of administration:

  1. School of Social Sciences
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Library Automation and Networking  Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science Merit based INR 17,000
Disaster Management Graduate in any discipline INR 6,300
Gandhi and Peace Studies INR 3,700
  1. School of Continuing Education
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
Rural Development Bachelor’s Degree Merit based INR 2,400
Counselling and Family Therapy Bachelor’s degree with specialization in subjects like Human Development and Family Studies, Child Development,Human Development and Childhood Studies, etc.  INR 16,800
Diploma Courses
Early Childhood Care and Education 10+2 or its equivalent Merit based INR 3,000
Nutrition & Health Education INR 3,000
Panchayat Level Administration and Development INR 3,600
Event Management  INR 8,000
  1. School of Translation Studies & Training
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
Translation Bachelor’s Degree  Based on merit INR 4,000
  1. School of Management Studies
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Course
International Business Operations Bachelor’s Degree  Merit based INR 8,200
Diploma Course
Retailing Passed 10+2 Merit based INR 8,000
  1. School of Science 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Course
Environment and Sustainable Development Graduate from a recognized University/Institution Merit based INR 7,000
Analytical Chemistry Graduate with Chemistry or B. Pharma./B.Tech. degree holders.  INR 9,600
Applied Statistics Graduation in any discipline.  INR 7,600
Diploma Course
Aquaculture Passed 10+2 Merit based INR 6,900
  1. School of Journalism & New Media Studies
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Journalism and Mass Communication  Bachelor’s in any discipline with knowledge in English and Computers Merit based  INR 12,500
Audio Programme Production Graduate in any discipline INR 10,600
  1. School of Education 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
`PG Diploma Courses
Higher Education Teachers in an institution of higher education or Post Graduate Degree holders in any subject including a Professional Degree Merit based INR 3,000
Educational Technology Graduation from a recognized University INR 6,000
School Leadership and Management  Prospective and In-service Head Teachers/Principal with Graduate Degree from a recognized University
OR
Graduate /Post Graduate Teachers
INR 6,000
Educational Management and Administration  Graduate in any discipline INR 7,000
Pre Primary Education INR 9,600
Adult Education  INR 7,200
  1. School of Vocational Education & Training 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Pharmaceutical Sales Management Graduate degree in any discipline with Science in 10+2
OR
Graduate in any discipline without Science in 10+2 but with 2 years of working experience as a medical representative in pharma industry
Merit based INR 7,400
Information Security  B.Sc. (Computer Science)/ BCA/ B.Tech (Computer Sc.)/ B.Tech (IT) or its equivalent INR 21,600
Diploma Courses
Business Process Outsourcing — Finance and Accounting 10+2 or its equivalent with English as a compulsory subject & 50% aggregate
OR
Bachelor's degree and above (with English as compulsory subject at 10+2 level)
Merit based INR 19,200
Modern Office Practice Passed 10+2 exams INR 6,000
  1. School of Law 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Intellectual Property Rights Graduate in any discipline Based on merit INR 10,200
Criminal Justice Any Graduate/ Graduate in Criminology, Social Work & Functionaries of Criminal Justice Administration.  INR 10,800
Diploma Course
Paralegal Practice Passed 10+2 exams OR BPP from IGNOU Merit based INR 7,400
  1. School of Extension & Development Studies 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Course
Urban Planning and Development Graduation in any discipline Merit based INR 6,000
Animal Welfare Graduates / Those associated with NGO’s for animal welfare Merit based INR 5,600
  1. School of Intra-Disciplinary & Trans-Disciplinary Studies 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Folklore and Culture Studies Graduate in any discipline Merit based INR 2,400
  1. School of Health Sciences 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Hospital and Health Management Medical/Dental graduates from a Medical/Dental Institute of India or other countries recognized by Medical Council of India (MCI)
OR
Graduates in Indian System of Medicine (ISM) and Homeopathy, Nursing & Pharmacy with three years of hospital experience.
Merit based INR 25,200
Geriatric Medicine MBBS  INR 26,000
Maternal and Child Health INR 30,000
HIV Medicine Programme INR 60,000
Diploma Courses
Critical Care Nursing Nursing Professionals (RNRM) with Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)/B.Sc. (N) Based upon merit INR 5,300
Nursing Administration  INR 9,600
  1. School of Agriculture 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Food Safety and Quality Management Graduation in Science with Chemistry/ Biochemistry or Microbiology as one of the subjects.  Merit based INR 14,400
Plantation Management Graduation in any discipline INR 5,900
Diploma Courses
Value Added Products from Fruits & Vegetables Passed 10+2 exams
OR
BPP from IGNOU
Based on merit INR 12,700
Dairy Technology  INR 15,200
Meat Technology INR 12,700
Production of Value Added Products from Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds INR 11,700
Fish Products Technology INR 9,600
Watershed Management INR 10,600
  1. School of Humanities 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Book Publishing Bachelor Degree + knowledge of English & knowledge of word processing Merit based INR 8,000
Women’s & Gender Studies Graduation in any discipline INR 6,500
Diploma Courses
Creative Writing in English Passed 10+2  Based on merit INR 3,800
Urdu  Passed class X with Urdu as one of the subjects or its equivalent or Certificate in Urdu Language from IGNOU INR 1,600
  1. School of Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Studies 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Course
Sustainability Science Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University / Institute Merit based INR 6,200
  1. School of Social Work 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Course
Social Work Counselling  Post Graduation from any discipline from a recognized University.  Based on merit INR 13,200
Mental Health Post graduates in Psychology/Social Work/ Nursing
OR
Medical graduates (Allopathy/Homoeopathy/Ayurvedic/Unani/Siddha)
INR 8,000
Environmental and Occupational Health 10+2 in Science stream and graduation from any discipline  INR 5,900
Diploma Course
HIV and Family Education Passed 10+2 or equivalent OR BPP from IGNOU Merit based INR 1,500
  1. School of Extension & Development Studies 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Course
Development Studies Graduation in any discipline Based on merit INR 5,000
  1. School of Computer and Information Sciences 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
PG Diploma Courses
Computer Applications Any Bachelor's Degree of minimum 03 years from a recognized University
AND
Mathematics as one of the subject at 10+2 level/at graduation level;
Merit based INR 21,600
  1. School of Foreign Languages
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
Diploma Courses
Teaching German as a Foreign Language  DTG for all persons who have a B.A. degree and German B1 level and/or equivalent language proficiency  Merit based INR 6,300
  1. School of Tourism and Hospitality Services Management
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
Diploma Course
Tourism Studies Passed 10+2 exams Merit based INR 4,500
  1. School of Gender and Development Studies (in collaboration with School of Social Sciences) 
Program Name Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Total Fee
Diploma Courses
Women’s Empowerment and Development  10+2 or its equivalent OR Non 10+2 with three years working experience as development workers at any level Merit based INR 3,600

Note: The medium of instruction is either English or hindi or both depending upon the choice of program for admission. 

Selection is based on merit and reservation policy guidelines followed by IGNOU set by the Government of India.

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IGNOU Diploma Courses Fee Structure 2023

Program Name Fee Structure (total course fee)
Diploma Programs INR 1,500 to INR 19,200
Post Graduate Diploma Programs INR 1,400 to INR 60,000

IGNOU Diploma Courses Admission Process 2022

The applicants can download the application form available in the common prospectus.

  • Fill the form and submit it to the department’s address. 
  • Only registration fee has to be paid with the application form. 
  • Programme Fee can be paid after confirmation of admission to the program. 
  • Each applicant should write the choice of the centre(s) in order of preference in the appendix 1(e) and submit the same with the form. 
  • The students will be allotted the Learner Support Centre keeping in view their choice, availability of the centre and seat in the respective centre. 
  • The learner support centre once allotted will not be changed unless there is a vacancy.

FAQs 2023

Ques. Are all Diploma and PG Diploma courses based on merit at IGNOU for admission?

Ans. Yes, All admissions for diploma and PG Diploma courses at IGNOU are merit based, that is, based on scores in 10+2 and graduation respectively.

Ques. Can anyone apply for admission to PG Diploma in Gandhian and Peace Studies at IGNOU?

Ans. Yes, candidates who fulfill all necessary criteria for admission are eligible to apply for both open / distance learning admission to PG Diploma in Gandhian and Peace Studies.

Ques. Can I apply for a Diploma in Tourism Studies in Hindi medium at IGNOU for admission?

Ans. Candidates can apply for the Diploma in Tourism Studies in Hindi medium at IGNOU for admission. This is completely up to them and their comfort.

Ques. Are all Diploma and PG Diploma courses admission at IGNOU offered in July Session?

Ans. No, some courses are offered exclusively in January cycle whereas others are offered in the July cycle. In some cases courses are offered in both the cycles for IGNOU admissions.

Ques. How is the fee structure defined for Diploma and PG Diploma IGNOU admission?

Ans. The fee structure includes the registration fee (or application fee), total tuition fee and the exam fee as per IGNOU rules and regulations for both Diploma and PG Diploma courses admission.

IGNOU, New Delhi Fees & Eligibility

CourseFeesEligibility
B.Ed55,000 (Total Fees) Pass Graduation with 50%
MA7,000 (1st Year Fees) Pass Graduation
BA4,000 (1st Year Fees) Pass 10+2
M.Sc21,600 (1st Year Fees) Graduation
BBA27,000 (Total Fees) Pass 10+2
MBA31,000 (1st Year Fees) Pass Graduation
MCA24,000 (1st Year Fees) Pass Graduation

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6.3 /10

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Eligibility of the course was a minimum of 50% in Graduation. I found the application form on IGNOU Website. The site has all the relevant details regarding the application fees and application dates. No reservation benefits were availed b me for the said course. Classroom size can be improved.

placement: 7/10
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7.8 /10

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The admission process was quite comfortable, without any entrance examination. Students should have passed the 12th exams. I didn't find any reservations. Yes, the admission process needs to improve a little.

placement: 7/10
college: 8/10
course: 8/10
internship: 7/10
campus life: 9/10

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4.7 /10

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this course eligibility has completed the graduation. It's found on Google and its frees are 7000 per year. it's good for studies, no we don't want any improvement its good for doing part-time studies and we can do any job and earn money.

college: 6/10
course: 4/10
campus life: 4/10

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KG
10.0 /10

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Eligibility of the Course is 12th Passed with Commerce. Application Forms are available on the official website of IGNOU and students can fill out online forms and take admission to the said university also I Card is provided to students. University has a separate Student Portal where the student can access all the resources like E-Books, Assignments, Past Year Question Papers and other related things.

placement: 10/10
college: 10/10
course: 10/10
internship: 10/10
campus life: 10/10

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9.0 /10

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Anyone eligible for this course otherwise anyone those are passed the percentage got 45% but there is no restriction on the percentage, application process is very easy and this is a famous college and best for distance learning and placement cells are also good.

college: 9/10
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campus life: 9/10

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7.7 /10

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The admission process is very simple. Needs a graduation certificate for this course. The online application process is very simple. All the documents were processed comfortably. It needs to improve its admission process

college: 8/10
course: 7/10
campus life: 8/10

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Ques. How long does it usually take for IGNOU to confirm admissions taken through their online submission system?

● Top Answer By Manit Joura on 15 Oct 22

First and foremost, you must wait until the last date for admission to that cycle has passed. Following that, you should receive confirmation within two to three weeks. After confirmation, you will receive a message on your registered phone number and via email. After submitting the required documents, the mail regarding admission acceptance is received within an hour. People at each IGNOU regional center are extremely helpful. When contacted, the concerned individual reviewed my brother's form and provided details regarding discrepancies as well as a solution. Overall, it is a quick procedure, and if you have not received your confirmation, please contact your regional center....Read more

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Ques. If I take admission to IGNOU in January session when will my term-end exam be conducted?

● Top Answer By Anuradha Thakur on 17 Oct 22

If you enroll in the January session: Yearly programs — You must submit your assignments by September 30th and your TEE by December 30th. Semi-annual/semester programs — You must turn in your assignments by April 15th, and your TEE by June 30th. If you enroll in the July session. Yearly program—You must submit your assignments by March 31st, and your TEE in June. Semi-annual/semester programs — You must turn in your assignments by October 15th, and your TEE in December. IGNOU exams are held twice a year. In June and December. Occasionally, IGNOU extends the deadline. There's one more thing to think about. Assignments for the July session and the January session (for the following year of that July session) are the same in IGNOU. Also, when you submit the assignments, make sure that they are the most recent available assignments for your course for the current year in which you are submitting them. For example, if you enrolled in January 2021 and did not complete the assignments in the first year, you must complete the newly available assignments for the next year, which are for the January 2022 session....Read more

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Ques. What is the process to cancel a course from IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Mitanshi Vats on 20 Oct 22

You have two options for cancelling your admission. Send an email to your local centre. Visit the regional centre and request that your admission be cancelled. To find the email address of your regional centre, simply login to IGNOU and select the view address option in the regional centre column. You will receive information about your regional centres, such as their email address and phone number. You must include the following information in your email. Your name  Your registration number Your program's title Attach your IGNOU ID and Aadhar card (or any other ID for identification, such as a voter ID) and explain why you are withdrawing. If you are a new candidate who has not yet received your study materials, you will be refunded, but I have no idea if you are an old student. After cancelling your admission, it usually takes 15 to 20 days to receive your refund. Another thing is that you must check your admission status on your own by logging in to your account because they do not notify you via email or text message....Read more

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Ques. Are master's degrees from IGNOU acceptable for admission into Ph.D. courses in top universities?

● Top Answer By Parth Tyagi on 20 Oct 22

It is not only accepted, but it also falls into the H+ category. The H + classification simply indicates that the degrees earned at this institution are transferable to the university sector. It has nothing to do with a preliminary decision on whether this institution's qualifications can be equated with German higher education qualifications. It should be noted that no equivalence determination or evaluation of higher education institutions in Anabin occurs on the Status down.  Contrary to popular belief, the question of whether a foreign institution corresponds to a German university or a German university of applied sciences is not answered. In the field of higher education, equivalence definitions and assessments are conducted solely in terms of final types and degrees....Read more

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Ques. What is the purpose of a study center/regional center in IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Yashoda Joshi on 20 Oct 22

Every state in India may have at least one IGNOU regional centre. Some people may have multiples. Kerala, for example, has two. Regional centres provide admission, textbooks, and results, among other things. Some courses are available for study in regional centres, but they are uncommon. Study centres are typically used for classes as well as the administration of theory and practical exams. There are numerous IGNOU study centres located throughout the state and the country. Typically, each district in a state has at least one IGNOU study centre. However, this is conditional on the state. One issue is that not all study centres offer all IGNOU courses. It is possible that the course you want to study is not available at your nearest study centre. As a result, you must choose a study centre based on your desired course. This is due to the fact that a course that requires practical classes requires a study centre with computer facilities, and so on. You can attend classes at the study centre, and before the exams, the study centre sends all of your information to the regional centre, such as your attendance, assignment submission, and so on. The regional centre then combines all of this information with your term-end exam results to produce a final result....Read more

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