IGNOU PGDRPC Entrance Test 2026 – Apply for PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology

IGNOU PGDRPC Entrance Test 2026 has been announced. Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced an entrance test for Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology (PGDRPC) admission. PGDRPC from IGNOU entrance test is for the July 2026 session. Samarth Higher Education Admission Portal is open for registration of IGNOU admission 2026. IGNOU PGDRPC Entrance Test 2026 last date is 5 March 2026.

Click here to apply for IGNOU PGDRPC Entrance Test 2026

Students who wish to enrol in PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology at IGNOU should apply at ignoupgdrpc.samarth.edu.in. The registration fee is ₹1,000. PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology at IGNOU fee is ₹22,000.

Important Updates for IGNOU Candidates:

• IGNOU Assignment 2026 has been announced.
• IGNOU releases the June 2026 Term-End Examination date sheet
• IGNOU Exam Form Last Date will be updated soon.
• IGNOU December TEE Results 2025 have been announced. 
• Students seeking IGNOU admission should know  IGNOU January 2026 registration last date has been extended.

IGNOU PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology 2026: Highlights

Here is a quick overview of PGDRPC from IGNOU 2026:

How to Apply for IGNOU PGDRPC 2026?

Follow these steps to register for IGNOU PGDRPC 2026:

1. Go to the Samarth Admission Portal
2. Click on New Registration
3. Create a user profile
4. Upload required documents
5. Pay the entrance exam fee
6. Submit the application form

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• IGNOU BED Registration 2026 Open
• IGNOU January 2026 MBA Admission Open
• IGNOU Post Basic BSc Nursing 2026 Admissions Open

What is PGDRPC at IGNOU?

School of Social Sciences (SOSS) offers PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology at IGNOU. It is under the Discipline of Psychology.

PGDRPC focuses on:

• Psychological assessment
• Intervention techniques
• Support systems for persons with disabilities
• Lifespan-based rehabilitation approaches

Read More: IGNOU Courses and Fees

IGNOU PGDRPC 2026: Eligibility Criteria

RCI Norms and Regulations, 2017 outlines the eligibility criteria for special education and rehabilitation professional courses:

PGDRPC Eligibility Criteria

Check the requirements:

Minimum Marks Required

• General Category: 55% aggregate
• SC/ST/OBC-NCL: 50% aggregate

Important:

• The qualifying degree of a UGC-recognised university will only be valid.
• No additional weightage to prior work experience.
• In case of a tie in entrance test: older candidates will be preferred.

IGNOU PGDRPC Entrance Exam Pattern 2026

IGNOU Rehabilitation Psychology entrance exam 2026 is in offline mode. It will have:

• 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• 4 options per question
• 4 marks for each correct answer
• Total Marks: 200
• Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted per incorrect answer
• No deduction for unanswered questions
• Duration: 90 minutes

Seat Intake and Reservation Policy

PGDRPC at IGNOU seat intake is 200.

• Maximum 25 seats per Regional/Work Centre
• Reservations applied 
• Government of India norms on reservation are followed
• SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, PwD, and other categories are included

Course Structure: PGDRPC (IGNOU)

IGNOU Contact Details for Student Support

For admission-related queries:

• Phone: 011-29572513 / 011-29572514
• Email: ssc@ignou.ac.in

For academic queries related to PGDRPC:

• Phone: 011-29572705 / 011-29572781
• Email: pgdrpc@ignou.ac.in

The iGRAM portal is also available for student support.

Final Word

IGNOU PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology Entrance Test 2026 is a big opportunity for students. If you are passionate about rehabilitation and disability support services, then this specialisation awaits you. You should complete the registration before 5 March 2026. Therea re only 200 seats for this and competition is higher. So act fast and plan your proportion accordingly.