New Delhi, November 22, 2022 – IGNOU Entrance Exam – The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) will release the application forms for entrance examination of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) courses.
Interested candidates can visit the official website of IGNOU – ignou.ac.in, to apply for the entrance examination. The last date to take admission in the above-mentioned courses is December 20, 2022.
IGNOU Entrance Exam – General Overview
| Name of Exam | IGNOU Entrance Exam |
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| Courses Available |
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| Application Start Date | November 21, 2022 |
| Application End Date | December 20, 2022 |
| University | Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) |
| Registration Fee | INR 1000 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
IGNOU Entrance Exam – Eligibility Criteria
- To apply for a bachelor’s program, candidates should pass the Class 10 and 12 board exams or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- To apply for a master’s program, candidates should have a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
- To apply for PhD programmes, candidates must have a master’s degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate.
IGNOU Entrance Exam – How to Apply?
Interested candidates can check the steps mentioned below to fill out the application form –
Step 1: Visit the official website of IGNOU – ignou.ac.in
Step 2: Click on the “Application form for B.Ed/PhD/B.Sc” link on the homepage.
Step 2: Click on the “B.ED/B.Sc/PhD” option.
Step 3: Register yourself by providing the required information.
Step 4: Fill in the login credentials to access the application form.
Step 5: Fill out the required information on the application form.
Step 6: Upload the scanned documents.
Step 7: Pay the application fee and submit the application form.
Step 8: Download the application form and take a printout for future reference.
IGNOU Entrance Exam – Duration of Courses
| Course | Duration |
| Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) | 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) | 3 years |
| Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) |
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IGNOU Entrance Exam – Age Limit
| Course | Age Limit |
| Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) | No age limit |
| Bachelor of Science – Nursing (BSN) | No upper age limit |
| Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | No age limit |
IGNOU Entrance Exam – Syllabus
Syllabus for B.Ed
| Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) Syllabus | |
| First Year |
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| Second Year |
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Syllabus for B.Sc (Nursing)
| First Year | Nursing Foundation – BNSL-101 |
| Applied Sciences – BNSL-102 | |
| Nursing Foundation | |
| Applied Sciences | |
| Maternal Health Nursing | |
| Communication English | |
| Behavioural Sciences | |
| Maternal Health Nursing | |
| Behavioural Sciences – BNSL-105 | |
| Second Year | Medical-Surgical Nursing – BNS-106 |
| Pediatric Nursing – BNS-107 | |
| Mental Health Nursing – BNS-108 | |
| Medical-Surgical Nursing | |
| Pediatrics Nursing – BNSL-107 | |
| Mental Health Nursing – BNSL-108 | |
| Third Year | Community Health Nursing – BNS-109 |
| Nursing Administration – BNS-110 | |
| Nursing Education and Research – BNS-111 | |
| Community Health Nursing | |
| Nursing Education and Research | |
| Computer in Nursing |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to fill out the entrance exam forms at IGNOU?
Candidates need to fill out the entrance exam forms for B.Sc (Nursing), B.Ed and PhD before December 20, 2022.
What are the eligibility criteria for PhD courses at IGNOU?
Candidates should have a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate in their last examination.
What is the upper age limit for pursuing PhD at IGNOU?
There is no age limit for pursuing PhD at IGNOU. Candidates need to meet the eligibility to apply for the offered courses.
