Fresh Admission: Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)

INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY REGIONAL
CENTRE, KOLKATA
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

FRESH ADMISSION
1) How to take admission in IGNOU?

IGNOU offers admissions in two sessions (January and July) every
year in different programmes. Once the university notifies the
admission session visit the https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/ and
apply for new admission. The admission is to be taken online only.
2) Is there any prospectus to go through before taking admission?
The prospectus of the University is available for all at

http://ignou.ac.in/ignou/studentzone/adminssionanouncement/1 which
contains details for all programmes.
3) What is procedure to take new online admission?

To take online admission follow the below steps:
Visit the link https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/ and click on ‘New
Registration’
a) Give the required details and create your user name and password
(keep this user name and password with you for future use).
b) Once the username and password are created click the log in button
and start filling your admission form.
c) Fill the information asked and then upload the documents which
includes your Photo, signature and other educational documents (in
the prescribed size).
d) Once the documents are uploaded make the fee payment through
any one of the gateways (HDFC or IDBI). Please note that these
are payment gateways, you can use any bank credit/ debit card OR
internet banking for making the payment through these gateways.
e) After making the payment check your payment status again in the
portal.
f) Your document will be verified by the University and then admission

shall be confirmed (if every detail and document is found to be
correct and eligible).
4) Do I have to submit the print out of application form to Regional Centre after
making the payment?
No, nothing has to be submitted at Regional Centre, all the activities are
in online mode only.
5) How to download ID card?

Once the admission is confirmed, you will receive an email and SMS
from IGNOU. After confirmation log in into your admission portal using
username and password and click on download ID card. Take the print
out of the ID card (preferably colour, postcard sizeprint out) and keep it
with you.
6) Should I go to Regional Centre for attestation of ID card?

No, the ID card is generated online with digital attestation of Registrar,
SRD thus no need to visit Regional Centre for any attestation.
7) After confirmation what else shall I do?

Once the admission is confirmed and ID card is generated the
learner should always visit his admission page at
https://admission.ignou.ac.in/changeadmdata/admissionstatusnew.asp.
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
REGIONAL CENTRE, KOLKATA
STUDY MATERIAL
1) When and how will I receive material after confirmation of admission? The
material is dispatched by MPDD, IGNOU New Delhi at your postal
address or at Regional Centre Kolkata after confirmation of admission. The
delivery may take 1 month to 2 months.
2) Is soft copy of material available?

Yes, the soft copy of material is available in public domain at
egyankosh.ac.in or IGNOU E Content App at play store.
3) I have opted for soft copy of material when will I receive that?
If you have opted for soft copy of material you will not get any separate
email of file, you have to download it from egyankosh.ac.in or IGNOU
E Content App at play store.
4) Can I track the status of dispatch of Study Material?

Yes, you can track at
http://ignou.ac.in/ignou/aboutignou/division/mpdd/material
5) I chose soft copy of material but now I want hard copy?

You may send email to registrarmpdd@ignou.ac.in
6) I have paid the fees for January 2021 and opted for hard copy but not yet
received?
Due to COVID 19, the dispatch of study material has been little
hampered, so it may take more time than usual. You are therefore,
advised to use soft copy of material available at egyankosh.ac.in or
IGNOU E Content App available at playstore till the time you receive
hard copies of study material.
COUNSELING SESSIONS
1) Are there any classes for my programme?

The Regional Centre organizes fixed number of counselling sessions (on
Saturday/ Sunday) at your study centre.
2) How do I know about the schedule?

The schedule is uploaded at least 15 days prior from the date of
commencement at http://rckolkatta.ignou.ac.in/. The learner should keep on
checking the website for updates on schedules.
3) Is it compulsory to attend the counselling sessions?

The theory counselling sessions are not compulsory to attend however
the practical counselling sessions are mandatory to attend for all learners
(if any).
4) How do I know about the online sessions?

You may like the RC Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/IGNOU.RC.Kolkata for latest updates and
RC Kolkata website : http://rckolkatta.ignou.ac.in/.
5) If we missed the online counselling session, is there any recorded videos?

Yes, Recorded videos are uploaded at
https://www.facebook.com/IGNOU.RC.Kolkata
ASSIGNMENTS
1) Where should I submit my assignments?
The assignments are to be submitted at your study centre.
2) What is the last date to submit assignments?

For June Term End Examination - 31st March.
For December Term End Examination 30th September.
3) Are typed assignments valid?

No, assignments should be hand written only. Typed assignments will
not be evaluated.
4) Can all assignments be submitted in one file?

No, you have to submit separate file for all courses.
5) What all are to be attached along with my assignments?

Along with your assignment you have to attach the cover page which
should have your Name, Enrollment Number, Course Code, Programme
and Study centre.
You should also attach the question paper of your assignments along
with copy of IGNOU Identity Card.
6) Is assignment submission compulsory?

Yes, without submitting your assignments you will not be eligible to
appear for theory exams.
7) Where will I get assignment question paper?

For assignment question papers you have visit
https://webservices.ignou.ac.in/assignments/. Please download only the
latest assignments questions.
8) What if I fail in assignments?
If you fail in assignments you can submit the new assignments for
upcoming exam cycle (latest assignments should be submitted).
9) What type of paper should I use for assignments?

You should use white A4 size papers.
10) How can I submit my assignments?
You can submit it in person at your study centre during the working
hours or you may send your assignments with somebody to submit it
at your study centre or you may send your assignments through post
at your study centre.
11) Can assignments be revaluated?

No assignments cannot be revaluated, however you may contact your
study centre to get the evaluated assignments.
12) Would I get receipt after submitting the assignments at study centre?
Yes, if you are submitting your assignments in person at your study
centre then collect the receipt from study centre and keep it with you till
the declaration of all assignment results. In case you are submitting it
through post keep the copy of receipt given by Post Office.
13) Should I keep the xerox copy of assignments?

Yes, it is always advised to keep the xerox copy of your assignments
with you till the declaration of both Term End Results and Assignment
results.

RE- REGISTRATION
Please do your re-registration for 2nd / 3rd year Semester as applicable. It doesn't matter
whether you have passed the examination or not to go to subsequent year/ semester. There
is a carry over system in IGNOU irrespective of the result in the exam. Therefore as per laid
down procedure of the University you have to get yourself registered in the subsequent year
/ semester as the case may for academic the session to remain in the university roll.
1) How to apply for Re-registration?

The Re-registration process is online and is to
be applied at https://onlinerr.ignou.ac.in/
2) How would I know that re-registration is done?

Keep on checking your registration details, the re-
registration reflects in your registration details within 20 to
30 days.
3) Whom should I contact for any issue in Re-registration?

You may send email to csrc@ignou.ac.in marking a copy to
rckolkata@ignou.ac.in .
EXAMINATION
1) When would my exams be conducted?
The exams are conducted twice by the University in the month of June and
December. Yearly based programme student who took admission in January/
July session shall appear for exam in December cycle and June cycle
respectively.For Semester based programme students who took admission in
January/ July session shall appear for exams in June exam cycle and December
session respectively.
2) What is to be done for appearing in the exams?

Firstly, submit your assignments at your study centre and then fill
examination form at exam.ignou.ac.in (with exam fees of Rs. 150/- per
subject).
3) When should I pay the exam fee?

For June Term End Exam, form is to be submitted in the month of March and
for December it is to be submitted in the month of September.
4) If I don’t appear for exams after filling exam form will that be refunded or
to be carried forward?
No, the fee once paid won’t be refunded and it will not be carried forward also.
5) Can I select exam centre outside my Regional Centre?

Yes, you can appear for your exams anywhere in India, while filling the
examination form chose the exam centre where you wish to appear for
exams.
6) After paying fees is it compulsory to appear for all exams?

No, it is not compulsory to appear for all exams. You may appear the exams
as per your preparations.
7) How to check if my examination fee has been accepted?

You may check your exam form submission status at
http://exam.ignou.ac.in/Search.asp. If there is no status you are
advised to mail at termendexam.ignou.ac.in.
8) How would I come to know the dates and timings of my examination? The university
issues hall ticket 10 days prior to the commencement of examinations which can
be downloaded from website. The hall ticket has all details about dates, timings
and centre address.
9) What all should I carry in examination hall?

You should have your hall ticket and your IGNOU ID card with you
compulsorily. In absence of any of this you will not be allowed to appear for
exams.
10) When will my results declared?

The results are declared in a phase wise manner by the University after 45 days
from the completion of exams.
11) Can I apply for revaluation and photocopy of answer scripts?
Yes, for term end exam results you can apply for revaluation and also may
apply for the xerox copy of answer sheet. Both of these may be done through
an online application (https://onlinerr.ignou.ac.in/reevaluation/) by paying
the fees of Rs. 750/- per subject for revaluation and Rs. 100/- per subject.
12) How will I get my marksheet, provisional Certificate and Degree Certificate?
Please note that IGNOU does not issues separate year wise/ semester
wise marksheets. The marksheet and provisional certificate is issued only after
completion of whole programme. The marksheet and provisional certificate is
sent by Student Evaluation Division, IGNOU New Delhi at your postal
address. Please mail registrarsed@ignou.ac.in if you have not received the
marksheet and provisional certificate.Please check your Name and address on
IGNOU Website:
https://admission.ignou.ac.in/changeadmdata/admissionstatusnew.asp. Please
note any change in name and address is not permissible under any
circumstances after completion of the programme and issue of marksheet/
certificate.
13) How do I get my address/ phone number updated/ changed?

Please apply online at : https://ignou.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login.
14) How do obtain certificate from Regional Centre:

Please mail to rckolkata@ignou.ac.in.

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INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY REGIONAL

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) How to take admission in IGNOU?

2) Is there any prospectus to go through before taking admission?

The prospectus of the University is available for all at

3) What is procedure to take new online admission?

f) Your document will be verified by the University and then admission

5) How to download ID card?

6) Should I go to Regional Centre for attestation of ID card?

7) After confirmation what else shall I do?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

2) Is soft copy of material available?

4) Can I track the status of dispatch of Study Material?

5) I chose soft copy of material but now I want hard copy?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) Are there any classes for my programme?

2) How do I know about the schedule?

3) Is it compulsory to attend the counselling sessions?

4) How do I know about the online sessions?

5) If we missed the online counselling session, is there any recorded videos?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

2) What is the last date to submit assignments?

For December Term End Examination 30th September.

3) Are typed assignments valid?

4) Can all assignments be submitted in one file?

5) What all are to be attached along with my assignments?

6) Is assignment submission compulsory?

7) Where will I get assignment question paper?

9) What type of paper should I use for assignments?

11) Can assignments be revaluated?

13) Should I keep the xerox copy of assignments?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) How to apply for Re-registration?

2) How would I know that re-registration is done?

3) Whom should I contact for any issue in Re-registration?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

2) What is to be done for appearing in the exams?

3) When should I pay the exam fee?

5) Can I select exam centre outside my Regional Centre?

6) After paying fees is it compulsory to appear for all exams?

7) How to check if my examination fee has been accepted?

9) What all should I carry in examination hall?

10) When will my results declared?

13) How do I get my address/ phone number updated/ changed?

14) How do obtain certificate from Regional Centre:

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