IGNOU Online Admissions Open for Jan 2026: APAAR ID Now Mandatory!

• IGNOU has opened admissions for online courses for the January 2026 session, with the last date to apply being January 31, 2026.
• A significant new requirement is the mandatory APAAR ID for all applicants, part of the Ministry of Education's 'One Nation One Student ID' scheme.
• Applicants must prepare scanned documents like photos, signatures, and certificates, ensuring they meet specific size limits (e.g., photo < 100 KB, certificates < 200 KB).
• The registration fee is non-refundable, but program fees paid before confirmation might be refunded as per IGNOU rules.
• Apply online via ignouiop.samarth.edu.in by registering, logging in, selecting a course, filling details including APAAR ID, uploading documents, and paying fees.

Why It Matters: Apply for IGNOU online courses by Jan 31, 2026; APAAR ID is now mandatory.