IGNOU Announces Extension for June 2026 Term-End Examination Form Submission
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has officially extended the deadline for students to submit their online examination forms for the upcoming June 2026 Term-End Examination (TEE). This significant update provides additional time for learners enrolled in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online programmes to complete their registration process through the university's official portal, ignou.samarth.edu.in.
Revised Submission Timeline and Fee Structure
According to the university's latest notification, candidates can now submit their examination forms without incurring any late fee until April 26, 2026. This extension has been granted with formal approval from the competent authority to accommodate students who require more time to finalize their applications.
For those who miss this initial deadline, a subsequent late submission window will be available from April 27 to April 30, 2026. However, students utilizing this extended period will be required to pay a late fee of Rs 1,100 to complete their registration.
Step-by-Step Application Process for IGNOU June TEE 2026
Prospective examinees can follow this comprehensive procedure to successfully submit their examination forms:
- Access the IGNOU Examination Management System by visiting the official website at ignou.samarth.edu.in
- Existing users should log in using their 10-digit enrolment number and password
- New users must complete the registration process on the Samarth portal first
- Enter the relevant course codes and select your preferred examination centre region
- Choose both theory and practical courses as applicable to your programme
- Link or create your Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) ID through the portal
- Proceed to payment using available options including debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI
- Download and securely save the acknowledgement receipt for future reference
Essential Guidelines for Candidates
Before finalizing their examination form submission, students should carefully consider these important instructions:
- Assignment Submission: Ensure all required assignments are submitted before the prescribed deadlines to maintain eligibility for hall ticket issuance
- Selection Finality: Remember that once submitted, selected courses and examination centres cannot be modified
- Examination Mode: Choose your preferred examination format carefully between Pen and Paper or Computer-Based Test (CBT) where available
- ABC ID Integration: Properly link your Academic Bank of Credits ID to ensure examination marks are accurately reflected in DigiLocker
The university strongly advises all students to complete their registration process well before the final deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or processing delays. Keeping a copy of the acknowledgement receipt is crucial for future correspondence and verification purposes.
