1. When will convocation be held?
✅ Complaint: When will convocation be held?
✅ Answer:
IGNOU convocation is generally held once a year, and the schedule depends on programme completion and Regional Centre notifications.
📌 Key Points About IGNOU Convocation
- Annual Event
- Usually conducted between March and May each year for students who successfully completed their programmes in the previous academic year.
- Eligibility
- Only students whose degree certificates are ready (all assignments, projects, and exams evaluated) are eligible to attend.
- Students must apply for the degree through the official portal before the convocation.
- Notification
- IGNOU announces the convocation schedule on the official website and also informs eligible students via email / SMS.
- Mode of Participation
- Convocation may be physical or virtual, depending on RC guidelines and government norms.
📌 Steps to Check Convocation Details
- Visit IGNOU Convocation Page
👉 https://ignou.ac.in/ignou/aboutignou/convocation - Check Eligibility
- Login with your Enrollment Number and Programme Details to see if your name appears in the eligible list.
- Apply / Confirm Participation
- Fill in any convocation participation form if required by your RC.
📌 Important Notes
- If you miss the convocation, you can still receive your degree by post.
- Keep your degree fee receipt and identity proof ready for verification.
- Convocation dates vary slightly by programme and RC.
👉 Tip: Regularly check your RC notifications and IGNOU convocation page to stay updated on the latest schedule.