Indira Gandhi National Open University, popularly known as IGNOU or Indira Gandhi Open University, is a distance-learning university, established in 1985. It is the largest open university in the world, run by the Central Government of India. IGNOU is recognized by UGC and accredited with an ‘A++’ grade by NAAC. The university has been ranked 1st in the Open University Category by NIRF and 1st in the Overall Category by Outlook in 2024. IGNOU began with two programs in 1987, with a strength of 4,528 students. Today, IGNOU offers part-time/distance education to more than 4 million students in India and other countries through 21 Schools of Studies, a network of 67 regional centres, 2,667 learner support centres, and 29 overseas partner institutions.
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Placement Rate
4.3 LPA
Average Package
30 LPA
Highest Package
500+
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