IGNOU Re-Registration Extended Till 31 January 2026 for January Session

IGNOU has extended the re-registration process deadline for the January 2026 academic session following its first admission intake in the biannual process. The process started in mid-December by IGNOU. This announcement is made on 16 January 2026. IGNOU has asked students to complete the re-registration process before 31 January 2026. All programmes offered in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) come under the purview of the extended timeline of 16 days. 

Official website for IGNOU Re-registration in Extended Date: ignou.samarth.edu.in

The dates have been confirmed by IGNOU through its official notification and social media update. If any students fail to do so, they will not be promoted in the next cycle.

The decision is a relief for students who missed their IGNOU registration deadline due to some issues. This extension covers all Indira Gandhi National Open University ODL (Open and Distance Learning) and online courses. Students who do not wish for an academic disruption should complete the IGNOU re-registration.

Students seeking information on IGNOU admission can read our blog: IGNOU Cutoff 2025

Who Needs to Re-Register for IGNOU ODL and Why It Matters?

IGNOU has clarified that all students who are currently enrolled in any course and want to continue the next academic part must re-register so that their admissions can be confirmed.

If this is not followed by any students, they will not be promoted to the next year, resulting in the discontinuation of their respective courses. It means that for all existing IGNOU students, the registration process becomes non-negotiable.

While re-registering in IGNOU’s next academic cycle, students can perform these actions:

• They can update personal and academic details.
• They can select courses for the upcoming semester.

Then, they will be required to pay the course fee online.

IGNOU Results are about to be released.

Re-Registration Only Through Samarth Portal

AS directed by the official, IGNOU is only accepting online applications through the SAMARTH portal. Any other method will be considered invalid. Students should especially avoid third parties for the application process.

Steps to Apply for IGNOU Re-Registration 2026

Students can follow these steps to register:

1. Go to ignou.samarth.edu.in or ignou.ac.in.
2. Use your enrolment number and password to log in.
3. Select courses for the next semester.
4. If required, update the personal details.
5. Pay the fee online
6. Download the confirmation receipt.
7. Save it for future reference.

Takeaway for IGNOU Students

This extension is a final chance for those students who could not register in the earlier window but genuinely want to continue. Completing IGNOU re-registration for the January 2026 session on time will make the transition hassle-free. Students should not wait for the last date, as it can cause friction and even the expiration of the IGNOU re-registration window. For the latest updates, students must track IGNOU.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques: What is the timeline of  IGNOU’s admission cycle?

Ans: The application is biannual at IGNOU. The first registration starts in December and the second in July. 

Ques: What is the eligibility and selection process for MBA at IGNOU?

Ans: The admission is based on merit and past records of the students. No entrance exams are required. You must register yourself via SAMARTH portal. Then pay the fee to complete the admission.

Ques: What is the last date to apply for IGNOU MA fresh admission?

Ans: The last day is the same as the extended timeline. You have to register before 31 January 2026.