IGNOU BSc Admission 2025-26| Last Date, Fees, & Eligibility

IGNOU BSc Admission Eligibility Criteria

IGNOU BSc Admission Fee Structure

Students pay an annual academic fee of Rs. 6,000/-. For the whole 3 year the total course fee becomes Rs. 18,000/-. Students pay exam fee for theory and practicalRs. 200/- & Rs. 300/- respectively.

During the admission process Rs. 300 is paid as registration/IGNOU BSc application fee. This is a one time payment. After admission however students must also submit university development fee Rs. 200/- for seat confirmation.

• Annual BSc Fee: ₹6,000 per year (varies by specialization)
• IGNOU Registration Fee: INR 300/-
• Study Material: Included in program fee
• Practical Fee: Included in the program fee
• SC/ST Students: Special fee concessions available as per government norms and scholarships.
• University Development Fee: Rs. 300/-
• Exam Fee: Rs. 200/- (theory) & Rs. 300/- (practical)

IGNOU BSc Admission Application Process

• Online Registration: Visit ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in and create a new user account.
• Document Preparation: Scan and prepare all required documents in specified format.
• Application Form: Complete all sections of the online application form with accurate details.
• Fee Payment: Pay registration fee of ₹300 and program fee through available payment modes.
• Document Upload: Submit scanned copies of all required documents.
• Form Submission: Review application and submit final form.

Required Documents For IGNOU BSc Admission

• 10th Mark Sheet and Certificate
• 12th Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Scanned Signature
• Identity Proof
• Address Proof

IGNOU BSc Admission Offline Application Process

Step 1: Visit nearest Regional Centre

Step 2: Get the admission form from the “Student Service Cell”. 

Step 3: Ask for the admission form.

Step4: Start filling the details like name in the admission form.

Step 5: Write the subject as BSc and choose the specialization.

Step 6: Submit the documents needed.

Step 7: Pay IGNOU application fee.

Step 8: Submit the IGNOU BSc offline admission form.

IGNOU BSc Assignment

• Assignment Purpose: Assignments constitute 30% of the final grade and serve as continuous assessment tools. They help students understand concepts deeply and prepare for term-end examinations.
• Submission Guidelines: Submit assignments to your designated study center before the deadline. Ensure handwritten submissions with proper formatting, including your enrollment number and course code.
• Evaluation Process: Assignments are evaluated based on concept understanding, presentation, and originality. Minimum passing score is 35% in assignments for each course.
• Feedback Mechanism: Evaluated assignments provide valuable feedback on your understanding. Use counselor comments to improve your learning approach.

Steps for IGNOU BSc Assignments Download

• Go to IGNOU official website. @ignou.ac.in
• Open and Click on the “Student Services” on the taskbar.
• Links for question papers and assignments will be display. Click on the “Assignment Portal“.
• New page will be open with all the IGNOU open assignments.
• Go to the search bar and search for the subject code for BSc.
• Download the PDF for IGNOU BSc by clicking on the assignment link

Steps for Submitting BSc IGNOU Assignment Online

• Visit the regional centre online website. Go to your allotted RC website.
• Get to the notification section.
• Find the google form link for assignment submission.
• Click on the google form link.
• Start filling in the candidate’s details and subject details.
• Upload the BSc assignment PDF file.
• Click on submit and exit.

IGNOU BSC Study Material

• Visit eGyanKosh: Go to eGyanKosh, IGNOU’s official
• Search for Your Program: Use the search bar to find your specific BSc program (e.g., BSc Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences).
• Select Course Materials: Choose the relevant course code and click to access the study material.
• Download PDFs: Download the available PDFs for each course module

Contact Classes IGNOU BSc

IGNOU admission opens door to many academic support systems. Students can join BSc contact classes for one to one interaction with teachers. In contact classes students have monthly interactive sessions conducted at their Study Centers. IGNOU assigns study center after the admission process ends. Schedule and dates are available on Regional center website.

In these classes students meet BSc in-house teachers and industry professionals to have face-to-face discussions. Clear your practical demonstrations, and doubt-clearing sessions. 

IGNOU BSc Term End Examination Pattern

The IGNOU BSc admission follows a dual assessment system combining continuous evaluation with term-end examinations. Students must complete assignments, practical work, and projects throughout each semester, contributing 30% to the final grade. These assignments help maintain steady engagement with the course material and provide regular feedback on learning progress.

How to Submit BSc End Examination Form

Visit the regional IGNOU centre offline campus. Allotted regional centre can be viewed from study centre status website. There, contact the student service cell offline service. Students can use a ball pen to fill their examination form. Submit it in the centre. Get the acknowledgement receipt.

BSc Career Paths

• Research Assistant: Laboratory management and research support in scientific institutions. Skills needed: analytical thinking, lab techniques, data analysis.
• Quality Control Analyst: Product testing and quality assurance in manufacturing industries. Skills needed: attention to detail, technical knowledge, documentation.
• Environmental Scientist: Environmental impact assessment and conservation. Skills needed: field work experience, analytical skills, environmental regulations knowledge.
• Data Analyst: Scientific data processing and analysis. Skills needed: statistical analysis, programming, data visualization.
• Technical Writer: Scientific documentation and content creation. Skills needed: writing skills, technical knowledge, communication abilities.

Placement Information After IGNOU BSc Admission

• Research Assistant: ₹3-5 LPA in research institutions and laboratories
• Quality Control Analyst: ₹4-6 LPA in pharmaceutical/manufacturing sectors
• Environmental Scientist: ₹5-8 LPA in environmental consulting firms
• Data Analyst: ₹4-7 LPA in research organizations
• Technical Writer: ₹3.5-6 LPA in technical publication houses

IGNOU BSc Admission Degree Download

Frequently Asked Question

Q1 Is IGNOU BSc degree valid for higher studies?
Ans. Yes, IGNOU’s BSc degree is fully recognized by UGC and accepted for higher studies in all Indian universities and abroad.

Q2 Can I complete IGNOU BSc Admission before 3 years?
Ans. No, the minimum duration is 3 years. However, you have flexibility to complete within 6 years maximum.

Q3 What are the BSc courses offered in IGNOU 2025?
Ans. The course offered by IGNOU is Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Physics-Mathematics-Geology, and Chemistry-Geology-Botany.

Q4 What is the fees for IGNOU BSc Admission 2025?

Ans. The fee for Bachelor of Science at IGNOU for 2025 academic session is around INR 14,000 and for entire course the fees is about INR 45,000.

Q5 How many semesters in BSc in IGNOU?

Ans. BSc program in Indira Gandhi National Open University is a 3 three year program which includes 6 semester but candidate can extend their course upto 6 years beacuse of external career commitments.

Q6 Is BSc from IGNOU valid?

Ans. Bachlor of Science Course is valid degree pursuing from IGNOU, IGNOU is recognised from University Grants Comission(UGC) and Distance Education Board(DEB)