IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) 2026: Fees, Eligibility, Duration, Syllabus and Admission

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The IGNOU Diploma in Value Education is a one-year programme with a fee of Rs. 4,200 for the July 2026 session. Any candidate who has completed 10+2 is eligible to apply.

IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE): what the programme covers

The IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) is a 40-credit programme from the School of Extension and Development Studies (SOEDS). It aims to orient elementary teachers to integrate values into their teaching and learning processes. The programme also generates awareness for inculcating positive values among teachers, professionals, students, parents, and the community. It further develops awareness and societal responsibility among NGOs, government servants, and civil society organisations.

The programme structure includes core courses and an elective. For example, BEDS 005 covers life skills, managing human life skills, and skills in communication. BEDS 006 focuses on family life education, health care of family, and environment and sustainable development. DNHE 02 addresses health indicators, environmental sanitation, and dietary management of disease.

IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) eligibility: who can apply

To apply for the IGNOU Diploma in Value Education, candidates must have completed their 10+2 education. This is the minimum eligibility requirement for admission to the programme. The medium of instruction for the IGNOU Diploma in Value Education is English.

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IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) fees 2026: programme fee and other charges

The IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) programme fee is Rs. 4,200 per year, as stated in the July 2026 prospectus. For the full minimum duration of one year, the total programme fee is Rs. 4,200, excluding additional charges.

Learners pay a non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 300 at admission. A University Development fee of Rs. 400 is also paid at admission, plus the programme fee. The application process is fully online through the IGNOU ODL admission portal, and no printed form needs to be sent. Payment modes include net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Learners who opt for soft copies of self-learning material instead of printed books receive a 15% discount on the programme fee.

Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) fees, July 2026 session

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IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) duration and credits

The IGNOU Diploma in Value Education has a minimum duration of 1 year and a maximum duration of 3 years.

The programme requires a total of 40 credits for completion.

IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) syllabus: semester-wise courses

The IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) requires students to complete 40 credits across its duration. The programme is offered by the School of Extension and Development Studies (SOEDS).

The programme aims to orient elementary teachers to integrate values into their teaching and learning processes. It also generates awareness for inculcating positive values among teachers, professionals, students, parents, and the community.

The eGyanKosh study blocks for BEDS 005, titled “Life Skills,” cover six areas: Life Skills an Overview, Managing Human Life Skills, Managing Skills at Workplace, Skills in Communication, Social Skills, and Building of Physical and Mental Skills. BEDS 006, “Family Life Education,” also has six blocks: Family Life Education-An Overview, Health Care of Family, Family Health Care Issues and Challenges, Environment and Sustainable Development, Social and Cultural Issues, and Civil Society Organizations. DNHE 02, “Public Health and Hygiene,” includes blocks on Health Indicators, Environmental Sanitation and Safety, Dietary Management of Disease, Food-borne Diseases, Food Infections and Intoxications, Common Infections and Infectious Diseases, and Public Health.

The IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) requires students to complete 40 credits across its duration. The programme is offered by the School of Extension and Development Studies (SOEDS).

Students must choose one elective course from a provided list. The programme aims to orient elementary teachers to integrate values into their teaching and learning processes. It also generates awareness for inculcating positive values among teachers, professionals, students, parents, and the community.

The eGyanKosh study blocks for BEDS 005, titled “Life Skills,” cover six areas: Life Skills an Overview, Managing Human Life Skills, Managing Skills at Workplace, Skills in Communication, Social Skills, and Building of Physical and Mental Skills. BEDS 006, “Family Life Education,” also has six blocks: Family Life Education-An Overview, Health Care of Family, Family Health Care Issues and Challenges, Environment and Sustainable Development, Social and Cultural Issues, and Civil Society Organizations. DNHE 02, “Public Health and Hygiene,” includes blocks on Health Indicators, Environmental Sanitation and Safety, Dietary Management of Disease, Food-borne Diseases, Food Infections and Intoxications, Common Infections and Infectious Diseases, and Public Health.

Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) structure at a glance

Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) Programme courses

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IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) admission 2026: how to apply on the Samarth portal

The application process for the IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) for the July 2026 session is entirely online. No printed form needs to be sent to the Regional Centre.

Applicants must apply through the IGNOU Samarth admission portal. The university conducts admissions twice a year, for the January and July cycles. The current cycle open on the Samarth portal is July 2026.

Here are the steps to apply:

1. Keep your APAAR ID ready before starting the application.
2. Gather all required documents in soft copy format. A colour passport-size photograph with a white background must be under 100 KB and in JPEG format.
3. Proof of educational qualification, such as your 10+2 certificate, must be under 200 KB and can be in JPEG or PDF format.
4. If applicable, a soft copy of your category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) must also be under 200 KB.
5. Complete the online application form on the Samarth portal.
6. Pay the fees online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI through the payment gateway.

The programme fee for the IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) is Rs. 4,200 per year for the July 2026 session. Plus this, a non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 300 and a University Development fee of Rs. 400 are paid at the time of admission.

IGNOU Diploma in Value Education (DPVE) exams and assignments

Assignments are compulsory for the IGNOU Diploma in Value Education. Assignments for the current session are available for download from the University website. A failed assignment must be re-submitted; once passed, it cannot be re-submitted to improve the grade.

Term-end examinations are held twice a year, in June and December, throughout the country. Examination centres are available across India and abroad. There are two sessions daily: 10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM, as per the December 2026 TEE schedule. Learners may write the exam in Hindi even if registered in English medium, except for language programmes.

The examination fee is Rs. 200 per theory course for the December 2026 TEE. For project and practical exams, the fee is Rs. 300 for up to 4 credits and Rs. 500 for above 4 credits, applicable from the January 2023 admission cycle. Hall tickets are uploaded on the University website and are not sent by post. A copy of the answer script costs Rs. 100 per course as of January 2026. Only term-end theory exams can be re-evaluated; projects, practicals, workshops, assignments, or seminars are not eligible.

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Notices and Documents from IGNOU

• IGNOU Common Prospectus July 2026

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