Quick Summary
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) conducts Term End Examinations (TEE) twice a year — in June and December. Students must fill an online exam form before the last date to appear for exams. This form confirms your eligibility (assignments submitted, fees paid) and helps the university generate your hall ticket.
Detailed Explanation
1) What is the IGNOU Exam Form?
The IGNOU Exam Form is an online application that students fill out to register for their upcoming Term End Examinations (TEE). It includes details like your course code, exam center, and payment of examination fees.
2) Eligibility to Fill the Form
- You must have submitted all required assignments before applying.
- Your course registration must be valid for the session.
- Payment of exam fee is mandatory; otherwise, the hall ticket won’t be issued.
3) Steps to Fill the IGNOU Exam Form (Online Mode)
- Visit the official website: exam.ignou.ac.in
- Click on “Online Submission of Term End Exam Form”.
- Read all instructions carefully and click on “Proceed”.
- Enter required details — Enrollment Number, Program Code, and Exam Center Code.
- Select your courses (theory/practical) and pay the examination fee.
- After submission, note the control number or acknowledgment ID for reference.
4) IGNOU Exam Fee Details
Students can pay via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking. Fee once paid is non-refundable. The current exam fee is:
| Type of Exam | Exam Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| Theory Paper | 150/- |
| Practical Paper | 150/- |
5) IGNOU Exam Form Important Dates (Tentative 2025)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Application Form | 14th March 2025 |
| Last Date (Without Late Fee) | 31st March 2025 |
| Last Date (With ₹500 Late Fee) | 1st–30th April 2025 |
| Last Date (With ₹1000 Late Fee) | 1st–5th May 2025 |
| Release of Hall Ticket | May 2025 |
| Exam Dates | June 2025 |
6) Hall Ticket (Admit Card)
Your IGNOU Hall Ticket will be available 10 days before the exam at the official website. You must carry:
- Printed hall ticket (admit card).
- IGNOU Identity Card (issued by regional center).
Without these documents, you will not be allowed to appear in the exam.
7) Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Entering wrong course codes or exam center codes.
- Submitting form without confirming assignment submission.
- Not saving the acknowledgment number after payment.
- Late submission beyond deadlines.
Example or Analogy
Think of the IGNOU Exam Form like booking your seat for an exam. 🪑
If you miss booking it on time (by not submitting the form), you won’t have a place reserved in the examination hall — even if you’ve studied hard! Filling this form correctly ensures your exam seat, hall ticket, and marks are all properly linked to your enrollment.
Important Facts
- IGNOU conducts exams twice a year — June & December.
- Late fee rules apply strictly — always check deadlines.
- Exam fee: ₹150 per subject (both theory & practical).
- Submit assignments before filling the form — a must!
- Keep a soft and hard copy of the acknowledgment receipt.
Quick Quiz (2 Questions)
- When are the IGNOU Term End Examinations conducted each year?
- What happens if a student forgets to submit the IGNOU exam form before the last date?
Answer Key
- IGNOU conducts its Term End Examinations twice a year — in June and December.
- If the exam form is not submitted, the student cannot appear in that session’s exam and must wait for the next cycle.