IGNOU Extends July 2026 Admission Deadline for ODL and Online Programmes to August 31
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the application deadline for its July 2026 admissions for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online programmes to August 31, 2026. Candidates can apply online via the official portals ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in and ignouiop.samarth.edu.in. Applicants must register, provide personal and academic details, upload required documents, and pay the application fee before the deadline. The extension aims to accommodate more applicants for various advertised courses.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 17 Aug, 07:38 am. Other outlets followed.