Course Fee

₹ 7,200

The total fee for BA in General is Rs.72,00/-. The fee has to be paid year wise is Rs.2400/- per year. In the first year, the student has to pay a registration fee of 200/- also along with the admission fee. For the latest update of the IGNOU BA course fee visit the official website or the nearest regional office of IGNOU. As compared to other colleges, the fee structures for almost all courses are significantly lower and more accessible. IGNOU is known to provide open learning courses at the lowest fee.

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 Passed

To be eligible for the BA programs at IGNOU one has to be 10+2 passed from a recognized board. Though IGNOU offers numerous BA specializations, the eligibility criteria for every branch remains the same. The specializations of BA consist of all the important topics in social science such as Languages, History, Pol Science Maths and Social Work. IGNOU BA has no age limit. Students irrespective of their age can join the course of their choice. The BA program is designed keeping in mind the current scenarios of society.

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Course Duration

3-6 Years

IGNOU allows working professionals to continue their studies and continue working. That’s why the duration of BA, which generally is a 3-year course, IGNOU allows 3 more extra years to complete the course. This means the maximum duration to complete the BA program at IGNOU is 6 years where 3 years is a minimum. The flexibility and affordability of the program at IGNOU make it the perfect program for individuals who want to learn more along with the jobs. The program is best suited for the students who want to aim for the civil service examination and start preparing for it after they pass out 10+2.

Admission Procedure 2024

IGNOU offers direct access to distance BA courses, so there is no need to take an entrance exam to follow this course from IGNOU. Indira Gandhi National Open University conducts BA admission twice a year for the January and July sessions. IGNOU has established the School of Social Sciences under which the university is offering this course in multiple disciplines.

Syllabus

Indira Gandhi National Open University is well-known for offering a wide variety of courses through open learning and providing students with the best curriculum. The IGNOU BA curriculum is also designed to allow students to gain in-depth knowledge about the art and culture of our country. IGNOU founded the Social Science School in various disciplines where the university offers this course. The course is intended to educate and analyse the world of learners by introducing them to the key themes and topics in the disciplines of science, humanity, and science.

Placement

The BA program at IGNOU makes it the best program for students who want to explore higher-level learning in the future. IGNOU BA helps to get knowledge to set the student purse for MA or even get a PhD in the subject for the doctoral degree. Also, after BA the students are subjected to job profiles in various profiles such as content writer, copywriter, teacher, professors etc. Students can also work in various government undertaken projects and departments including civil services.

Instructional System

IGNOU's approach to education is distinct from traditional universities. The framework of the Open University is more student-driven and the learner participates actively in the process of education. The majority of instructions are conveyed through distance and not face to face. The University has a multimedia teaching approach. It includes: Self-Learning Material, Audio-video programmes transmitted through radio and television, Teleconferencing sessions, Face-to-face counselling at Study Centres by Academic Counsellors, Assignments/ Tutorials/ Practicals/ Dissertation/ Project work.

Term-End Examination

IGNOU conducts term-end examinations two times a year in June and December. You can only take the exam after your course has been completed. As noted previously, the term review is the main component of the assessment scheme and the final outcome has a weight of 70 per cent. Before the latest dates, you must complete and submit your examination form.