How Do I Apply for IGNOU Degree and Convocation Certificates? Online IDMS Portal
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IGNOU students who have not received their original certificates from the 20th to 39th Convocations can request them through the IGNOU IDMS portal. Applicants must upload their IGNOU identity card and provisional certificate or grade card in JPG format under 100 KB.
Register for the IGNOU 39th convocation on the IGNOU convocation portal
IGNOU students who completed their programme in the December 2024 and June 2025 Term-End Examinations (TEE) must register for the 39th Convocation on the IGNOU Convocation Portal. IGNOU scheduled the 39th Convocation for February 2026, covering TEE results from December 2024 and June 2025.
- Students of Master of Business Administration (MBA) (registered up to July 2017 batch), Master of Computer Applications (MCA), and Master of Commerce (M.Com) must pay Rs. 600 per module certificate.
- Certificates are sent by post to the address provided during convocation registration if a student cannot attend or if the convocation is not held at their Regional Centre.
- Open the IGNOU Convocation Portal and select the declaration checkbox.
- Click on ‘I Agree and Proceed’ and choose ‘For Degree/Diploma Programme’.
- Enter your enrolment number and password to log in.
- Fill in your current postal address where IGNOU should send the degree certificate if receiving by post.
- Select whether you will attend the convocation in person at your assigned Regional Centre or receive the degree by post.
- Pay the requisite online fee of Rs. 600 for Ph.D, M.Phil, Master Degree, Bachelor Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, and Diploma programmes, or Rs. 200 for Post Graduate Certificate and Certificate programmes (such as PGCAP, PGCAE, CWHM, CRUL) for the 39th Convocation.
- Pay using Debit Card, Credit Card (Master/Visa/Rupay), or Net Banking.
Request undelivered degrees on the IGNOU IDMS portal
IGNOU learners who completed their programmes from the 20th to 39th Convocations but have not received their original certificates must apply through the IGNOU Degree Management System portal. Master Degree, Bachelor Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, and Diploma certificates are dispatched to Regional Centres, while Post Graduate Certificate and Certificate programme certificates are held at IGNOU Headquarters.
- Access the IGNOU Degree Delivery Portal and read the general instructions.
- Select the declaration checkbox and click ‘I Agree and Proceed’.
- Click ‘Apply for Degree/Diploma/Certificate’.
- Upload your IGNOU Identity Card and IGNOU Grade Card or Provisional Certificate in JPG or JPEG format with file size up to 100 KB.
- Pay the requisite fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Print the acknowledgement receipt after payment.
IGNOU IDMS Certificate Fee Structure by Convocation Range
| Convocation Range | Programme Type | Fee Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 34th to 39th Convocation | Post Graduate Certificate / Certificate | Rs. 200 |
| 20th to 33rd Convocation | Post Graduate Certificate / Certificate | No Fee |
Review IGNOU convocation dates and term-end examination coverage
IGNOU conducts convocations to award original degrees, diplomas, and certificates to students passing specific Term-End Examinations. The convocation schedule and TEE coverage for the 33rd to 39th Convocations are documented on the IGNOU Convocation page.
IGNOU Convocation Schedule and TEE Coverage
| Convocation | Convocation Date | Term-End Examinations Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 33rd Convocation | 17.02.2020 | December 2018, June 2019 |
| 34th Convocation (Virtual) | 15.04.2021 | December 2019, June 2020 |
| 35th Convocation | 26.04.2022 | December 2020, June 2021 |
| 36th Convocation | 03.04.2023 | December 2021, June 2022 |
| 37th Convocation | 20.02.2024 | December 2022, June 2023 |
| 38th Convocation | 05.03.2025 | December 2023, June 2024 |
| 39th Convocation | 07.04.2026 | December 2024, June 2025 |
IGNOU student services
Print convocation fee acknowledgement receipts on the IGNOU degree delivery portal
IGNOU students who completed online registration for degree delivery or convocation fee payment can print their official acknowledgement receipt on the portal. Receipt verification requires logging in with student credentials on the IGNOU IDMS Acknowledgement portal or the 39th Convocation Acknowledgement portal.
- If an acknowledgement receipt is not generated immediately after fee payment, students must wait up to 48 hours before re-trying or submitting a query.
- Open the IGNOU IDMS Acknowledgement page or 39th Convocation Acknowledgement page.
- Enter your 9 to 10 numerical digit IGNOU enrolment number.
- Enter your account password.
- Click the ‘Search’ button to display and print your payment acknowledgement receipt.
Apply for IGNOU migration certificates and official academic transcripts
IGNOU has not published the online application portal, fee structure, or downloadable PDF forms for migration certificates and official transcripts on its site as of 12 October 2026. Students requiring an IGNOU migration certificate or academic transcripts should contact their designated IGNOU Regional Centre or visit the IGNOU Student Services portal for offline application guidance.
- Mark sheets and provisional certificates are issued to IGNOU students by the university upon successful completion of all term-end examinations and assignments.
- Original degree certificates are awarded during the annual IGNOU convocation or delivered by post after convocation registration.
Enroll in Master of Arts in Migration and Diaspora through the IGNOU Samarth portal
IGNOU offers the Master of Arts (Migration and Diaspora) degree programme through Open Distance Learning (ODL) under the School of Inter-Disciplinary and Trans-Disciplinary Studies (SOITS). Eligible students can register for this two-year post-graduate degree on the IGNOU Samarth admission portal.
- Programme Duration: 2 Years (80 Total Credits).
- Medium of Instruction: English.
- Eligibility: Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Programme Fee: Rs. 7,000 per year, plus applicable Registration Fee and Development Fee.
Enroll in Post Graduate Diploma in Migration and Diaspora on the IGNOU Samarth portal
IGNOU provides the Post Graduate Diploma in Migration and Diaspora (PGDMIDI) through Open Distance Learning under the School of Inter-Disciplinary and Trans-Disciplinary Studies. Applicants can register for this one-year diploma on the IGNOU PGDMIDI admission portal.
- Programme Duration: 1 Year (40 Total Credits).
- Medium of Instruction: English.
- Eligibility: Any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Programme Fee: Rs. 7,000 for full programme, plus applicable Registration Fee and Development Fee.
Resolve IGNOU convocation fee payment discrepancies and registration queries
IGNOU provides dedicated email support channels to address student issues regarding convocation registration and fee payment failures. Students experiencing double debits or unconfirmed payment status can contact IGNOU officials via email.
- Fee Payment Discrepancy Email (39th Convocation): convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in
- General Convocation Query Email: convocation@ignou.ac.in
- General Student Query Email: vcostudents@ignou.ac.in
- Online Student Grievance Portal: IGNOU iGRAM Portal
Contact IGNOU Regional Centres and Headquarters for certificate dispatch
IGNOU dispatches original certificates of Master Degree, Bachelor Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, and Diploma programmes directly to student Regional Centres. Certificates for Post Graduate Certificate and Certificate programmes are maintained at IGNOU Headquarters.
- Master Degree, Bachelor Degree, PG Diploma, and Diploma students must contact their respective IGNOU Regional Centre to collect uncollected certificates.
- Post Graduate Certificate and Certificate students must contact IGNOU Headquarters for certificate queries.
- Students can check dispatch status on the IGNOU IDMS portal using the ‘View Dispatch Status Certificate Program’ feature.
Where to go on the IGNOU site
- check IGNOU convocation updatesignou.ac.in ↗
- apply on IGNOU degree delivery portalonlineservices.ignou.ac.in ↗
- register for IGNOU 39th convocationonlineservices.ignou.ac.in ↗
- apply for MA Migration and Diasporaignouadmission.samarth.edu.in ↗
- apply for PG Diploma Migration Diasporaignouadmission.samarth.edu.in ↗
- print IDMS payment acknowledgement receiptonlineservices.ignou.ac.in ↗
- print 39th convocation acknowledgement receiptonlineservices.ignou.ac.in ↗
- submit student grievance on iGRAMigram.ignou.ac.in ↗
Key facts
- 39th Convocation Date: 07.04.2026
- Degree / Diploma Fee (39th Convocation): Rs. 600
- Certificate Fee (34th-39th Convocation): Rs. 200
- Certificate Fee (20th-33rd Convocation): No Fee
- Eligible TEE (39th Convocation): December 2024 and June 2025
- IDMS Document Upload Format & Size: JPG/JPEG, up to 100 KB
Common IGNOU Questions
How to get a mark sheet and provisional certificate after completing an IGNOU course?
IGNOU issues mark sheets and provisional certificates automatically by post or through Regional Centres upon successful completion of all term-end examinations and assignments. Students who completed their programmes in the December 2024 or June 2025 TEE receive these preliminary documents prior to the 39th Convocation on 07.04.2026. To claim original degree certificates later, eligible learners register on the IGNOU Convocation Portal or use the IDMS portal by paying Rs. 600. If documents are delayed or undelivered, contact the concerned Regional Centre or submit a ticket on the IGNOU iGRAM portal.
Can I receive my IGNOU degree certificate before the official convocation?
IGNOU does not issue original degree certificates before the official convocation ceremony, providing students with provisional certificates in the interim. Learners qualifying in the December 2024 and June 2025 TEE must await the 39th Convocation on 07.04.2026 to receive their original degree. Applicants register on the IGNOU Convocation Portal by paying Rs. 600 to collect certificates in person or receive them by post. If an awarded certificate remains undelivered after convocation, students must apply on the IGNOU IDMS portal or contact convocation@ignou.ac.in.
What is the registration fee for the IGNOU 39th convocation?
IGNOU charges a registration fee of Rs. 600 for Ph.D, Master Degree, Bachelor Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, and Diploma programmes for the 39th Convocation. Students qualifying for Post Graduate Certificate or Certificate programmes must pay Rs. 200. Fee payments are submitted online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking on the IGNOU Convocation Portal.
What are the eligibility criteria and TEE coverage for the IGNOU 39th convocation?
IGNOU learners who completed their programmes of study in the December 2024 and June 2025 Term-End Examinations are eligible for the 39th Convocation. The 39th Convocation was scheduled for February 2026 across Regional Centres. Eligible students register online on the IGNOU Convocation Portal and choose to collect certificates in person or receive them by post.
How do I apply for undelivered IGNOU degree certificates from previous convocations?
IGNOU students eligible for degree or diploma awards from the 20th to 39th Convocations who have not received certificates can register on the IGNOU Degree Management System portal. Applicants must upload their IGNOU identity card and grade card or provisional certificate in JPG format under 100 KB. Post Graduate Certificate fee is Rs. 200 for 34th-39th convocations and free for 20th-33rd convocations.
What should I do if my IGNOU convocation fee payment fails or double debits?
IGNOU requires students to wait up to 48 hours if an official payment acknowledgement is not generated after paying convocation fees. If the payment discrepancy continues after 48 hours, students should send their transaction details via email to convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in. General convocation inquiries can be directed to convocation@ignou.ac.in or logged on the IGNOU iGRAM portal.
When was the IGNOU 39th convocation held and which term-end examinations were covered?
The IGNOU 39th Convocation was scheduled on 07.04.2026 to award degrees to successful students. This convocation covered learners who completed their academic programmes in the December 2024 and June 2025 Term-End Examinations. Eligible students register online through the IGNOU Convocation Portal by paying a fee of Rs. 600 for degree programmes or Rs. 200 for certificate programmes. If convocation registration fails or acknowledgement is missing, students should email convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in after waiting 48 hours.
How can students apply for an IGNOU migration certificate or official transcripts online?
IGNOU does not provide an online application portal or downloadable PDF forms for migration certificates and official transcripts on its site as of October 2026. Students requiring an IGNOU migration certificate must submit their application offline through their designated IGNOU Regional Centre or seek guidance via the IGNOU Student Services portal. Regional Centres issue these documents after verifying student grade cards and completion records. For unresolved queries regarding migration forms, learners should contact vcostudents@ignou.ac.in or log a ticket on iGRAM.
What document size and formats are required when applying on the IGNOU IDMS portal?
IGNOU requires applicants to upload their IGNOU identity card and grade card or provisional certificate in JPG or JPEG format with a file size up to 100 KB on the IDMS portal. This requirement applies to eligible students requesting undelivered degree or diploma certificates from the 20th to 39th Convocations. Post Graduate Certificate applicants pay Rs. 200 for the 34th to 39th Convocations, while 20th to 33rd Convocations require no fee. If upload errors occur, recheck file specifications before resubmitting.
How do I print the payment acknowledgement receipt on the IGNOU degree delivery portal?
Students can print their official payment acknowledgement receipt directly from the IGNOU IDMS Acknowledgement portal or 39th Convocation portal after completing fee payment. To generate the receipt, users must enter their 9 to 10 numerical digit enrolment number along with their account password and click the search button. If the acknowledgement receipt is not displayed immediately after paying the fee, IGNOU instructs students to wait 48 hours before re-checking. Persistent payment discrepancies should be reported by emailing convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in.
Where are uncollected IGNOU degree and certificate documents stored for distribution?
IGNOU dispatches original certificates for Master Degree, Bachelor Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, and Diploma programmes to the respective Regional Centres for student collection. Conversely, certificates for Post Graduate Certificate and Certificate programmes remain stored at IGNOU Headquarters. Students eligible under the 20th to 39th Convocations can track dispatch status on the IGNOU Degree Delivery Portal using the dispatch status feature. If a degree is not delivered by post, students must contact their assigned Regional Centre or Headquarters directly.
How do students register online for the IGNOU 39th convocation degree delivery?
IGNOU students eligible for the 39th Convocation must register online through the official IGNOU Convocation Portal. Applicants log in with their 9-digit enrolment number, accept the declaration, and enter their updated address for degree dispatch. Candidates select to attend in person or receive by post, then pay Rs. 600 for degree programmes or Rs. 200 for certificate programmes via Net Banking or card. If payment confirmation is delayed, wait 48 hours before emailing convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in.
What are the convocation registration fee rules for IGNOU MBA, MCA, and M.Com programmes?
IGNOU requires students of MCA, M.Com, and MBA (registered up to the July 2017 batch) to pay a registration fee of Rs. 600 per certificate module for the 39th Convocation. Learners who have qualified for multiple modules within these programmes must pay Rs. 600 individually for each completed certificate module to receive them. Payments are processed online on the IGNOU Convocation Portal using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. If an acknowledgement receipt is missing after payment, wait 48 hours before contacting convocation_feequery@ignou.ac.in.
What happens if a student cannot attend the IGNOU 39th convocation in person?
IGNOU dispatches original degree certificates by post to the student’s registered address if they select the postal option or cannot attend the 39th Convocation. Learners qualifying in the December 2024 or June 2025 TEE must update their address on the IGNOU Convocation Portal during registration. Candidates pay the required online fee of Rs. 600 for degree courses or Rs. 200 for certificate courses. If degrees remain undelivered after 07.04.2026, contact your Regional Centre or email convocation@ignou.ac.in.
How can students check the dispatch status of undelivered IGNOU degree certificates online?
IGNOU allows learners to track original certificate delivery online through the IGNOU Degree Management System portal using the View Dispatch Status Certificate Program feature. This tracking applies to students awarded degrees from the 20th to 39th Convocations who completed examinations between December 2007 and June 2025. Applicants must accept the portal declaration on IDMS to view their dispatch records. If tracking details are missing or delivery fails, students should contact their assigned Regional Centre or email convocation@ignou.ac.in.
Where do IGNOU students attend the 39th Convocation if it is not conducted at their registered Regional Centre?
IGNOU requires students to attend the 39th Convocation at a nearby Regional Centre if the event is not held at their registered centre. Candidates completing programmes in the December 2024 or June 2025 TEE can alternatively opt for postal delivery on the IGNOU Convocation Portal. Registration requires entering an updated address and paying Rs. 600 for degrees or Rs. 200 for certificates online. If documents remain undelivered after 07.04.2026, contact the Regional Centre or email convocation@ignou.ac.in.