IGNOU MBA (Master of Business Administration)

Indira Gandhi Open University (IGNOU) has been educating students since decades now. IGNOU MBA is one of the most popular courses offered by the university.

IGNOU MBA is a UGC and AICTE approved Master of Business Administration degree program that can be completed through distance learning and online mode of education.

The IGNOU MBA is a popular choice for working professionals and students who want to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to make a career in the field of business and management.

Having notable alumni like Vani Kapoor, Deepika Padukone (Left before completion), Ashok Khemka, Celina Jaitley, and other successful corporate pioneers, IGNOU has survived brilliantly through word-of-mouth only.

The university has excellent programmes designed specifically to nurture a management aspirant across borders with ease.

In this article we will discuss about various distance education MBA courses offered by the IGNOU with their admission procedure, eligibility criteria, fee structure and more.​

Benefits of doing MBA from IGNOU via distance education mode:

1. Ranked as number 1 education providers in distance mode by respectable entities.
2. First open university in India to be accredited with the highest A++ Grade by NAAC.
3. A degree attained from IGNOU has been recognized by many recruiters and HRs of multinational corporates.
4. IGNOU has regional centres in countries like UAE, Singapore, Nepal, Saudi Arabia, and Europe.
5. IGNOU offers good flexibility to any student to pursue MBA. The duration ranges from 2 years - 4 years.
6. IGNOU degree has a global acceptance and companies from all geographic entities accept IGNOU noted in resume.
7. IGNOU has been recognized by UGC, AICTE and DEB (Distance Education Bureau) as well.
8. Recently High Court released an order stating that a degree from IGNOU is valid for getting employment in India.
9. It has the most affordable fee structure in the country.
10. IGNOU MBA degree is recognized by all the member institutions of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

Eligibility Criteria

1. In order to enroll for MBA degree, one must have a graduation degree with at least 50% in aggregate (for general quota), and 45% for reserved categories. Professional experience is an added advantage while pursuing a degree with IGNOU. No age bar in applying for the degree.
2. There is no entrance test required for admission.

Step-by-step process to apply for any MBA course offered by IGNOU in distance education mode:

1. Applying for admission in IGNOU is easy. Students need to register themselves on IGNOU official website for taking the admission in IGNOU MBA program.
2. Before proceeding for registration, students must check their eligibility criteria for the program.
3. Students who meet the eligibility criteria can register themselves on IGNOU website and choose the program they want to pursue.
4. After the registration is completed, students need to upload the required documents and pay the fee for the program.
5. Students will be admitted in the first semester of MBA program, from subsequent semesters, students need to re-register themselves.
6. There is no option for lateral entry in IGNOU MBA program.

Attach the following documents:

● Photocopy of Birth Certificate.

● Photocopy of 10, 10+2 and graduation marksheet.

● Photocopy of Aadhar Card/Passport/PAN card/ Driving Licence/ Electricity or Phone Bill/ or any Bank account statement if none of the above are available in order to submit residential proof.

● Acknowledgement of undertaking for any GAP in education and any supplementary like backlogs. In case students are applying in their last semester then they are required to attach the result-awaited application approved by the college.

● Two colored passport sized photographs.

• Demand Draft of fee.

Admission Cycles

There are two admission cycles that IGNOU follow for admission. The first admission cycles starts from July, and the second admission cycle starts from January each year.

Admissions are invited in both the admission cycles and interested students can visit the IGNOU's official website during the admission cycles  and register themselves for admission.​

Other Benefits of doing MBA from IGNOU:

1. Radio Counselling: IGNOU effectively conducts Phone-in and radio programs. Enrolled students can obtain their schedules from respective IGNOU study centers.
2. Interactive Counselling Sessions: IGNOU conducts around 6 counselling students for their students in each course. These special sessions are managed by Study Center Coordinators of IGNOU.
3. Audio and Video Media Aids: In an effort to make students understand the core concepts of management, IGNOU has created video and audio hearing aids. Designed by Subject Matter Experts, the study material helps enhance the learning experience of students.
4. Printed Study Materials: Unlike other universities, IGNOU sends printed study material to the students on their registered home address.