According to the guidelines of the University Grants Commission, the Indira Gandhi National Open University is set to provide dual degrees to the students of the country who want to avail this benefit of the dual degree. Earlier, a student can pursue only one degree or certificate course from an institution. In the 78th academic council, IGNOU has decided to offer dual degrees to the students of the country, said regional director Dr Dharampal.  This new rule of dual degree allows the candidate to pursue a degree from IGNOU even if he/she is enrolled in some other university. The courses are available in both open and distance learning modes.

DUAL Degree Admission Guidelines by Academic Council 

The decision to implement a dual degree system for the desirous candidates is taken in the 78th academic council meeting of the university that is applicable for both the UG and PG degrees. According to a press release by the academic department of IGNOU, if a student is enrolled in regular, distance and online mode for a particular program in an institution other than IGNOU, can easily register themselves for an IGNOU degree in ODL or online mode. The examination dates won’t be changed in any circumstances even if the class dates of both the courses. Visit the institution using ignou.ac.in for more details. 

In case, the candidate wants to pursue both the degrees from the Indira Gandhi National Open University, he/she needs to take admission through two different admission cycles as IGNOU follows two admission sessions: July and December. Candidates can choose alternative courses, and subjects as per the course selection provision of the university to deal with the situation in which students have some subjects the same in two degrees. Candidates can pursue one certificate or diploma program along with a degree course in his/her desired specialization. 

Dual Degree Helps the Candidate in Enhancing Their Skills

This new mandated rule of the University Grants Commission has paved a way for all the students who want to gain extra knowledge and skills along with their academic careers. Now, a candidate can register himself to a career-oriented and skill-based program along with their normal degree or academic career. According to the sources, this rule is made to equip students with new skills and knowledge that will open new doors and opportunities for them. IGNOU also provide various career-based and skill-oriented courses. Candidates can enroll themselves in any admission cycle in July or December. The university will provide admission for all the UG and PG courses through both sessions. 

The dual degree education system will enrich the inner valor of the candidates to achieve their goals for their bright future. It opens the door to multiple job opportunities in various fields of profession. Anyone can visit the university using ignou.ac.in or ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in. 

Technical Courses are Not Under Dual Degree Mode

courses. AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) and NCTE (National Council for Teacher’s Education) said that technical courses are not covered under the dual degree system of education.