The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has officially opened the re-registration window for the January 2026 academic session. The process, applicable to all Open and Distance Learning (ODL) as well as Online programmes, begins on 1 December 2025.
According to the announcement, learners can submit their re-registration forms until the last date: 15 January 2026. Students are advised to complete the process at the earliest to avoid last-minute technical issues or delays.
Re-registration is mandatory for students moving into the next year or semester of their respective programmes. The university has further recommended that learners carefully review their programme details, select courses as per the curriculum, and make payments through the official re-registration portal: ignou.ac.in, ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in, or ignouiop.samarth.edu.in.
The January 2026 cycle is expected to see increased participation across various programmes, continuing IGNOU’s commitment to accessible and flexible education for learners across the country.
Steps to Apply for IGNOU Re-Registration, January 2026 Session
1. Visit the Official Re-registration Portal
Go to the IGNOU re-registration website: https://onlinerr.ignou.ac.in/
2. Login with Your Credentials
- Use your enrollment number
- Select your programme
- Enter your password
If you are a first-time user for re-registration, click on “New Registration” to create an account.
3. Fill in the Re-registration Form
- Choose the correct programme
- Select the courses/subjects for the next semester or year
- Carefully verify all details before proceeding
4. Verify Your Details
Re-check your personal information, course selection, contact details, and study centre.
5. Make the Payment
- Pay the fee online using Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
- Wait until the transaction status shows SUCCESS
6. Download the Confirmation
After successful payment, download and save the confirmation page or receipt for future reference.
7. Check Status After Submission
You can log in anytime to track your re-registration status on the same portal.
Required Documents At the Time of Filling out the Form
For IGNOU Re-registration, students usually do not need to upload new documents, because re-registration is only for continuing to the next semester/year of an existing programme. However, you must keep the following items ready to avoid issues:
- Enrollment Number – Your 9 or 10-digit IGNOU enrollment number is mandatory for login.
- Registered Mobile Number – For OTP verification and receiving payment/status updates.
- Registered Email ID – Required for login support, confirmation receipt, and notifications.
- IGNOU Login Password – Needed to sign in to the re-registration portal. (You can reset it if forgotten.)
- Payment Details – Keep one of the following ready for fee payment: (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
IGNOU offers 200+ programs across disciplines, including undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses. Admission to most programs is merit-based (qualifying exam marks), while professional programs such as B.Ed., MPhil, PhD, and Post-Basic BSc Nursing require candidates to qualify through entrance exams.
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