How to Use IGNOU App / Website: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Students (2025)
Are you a new IGNOU student feeling confused while using the IGNOU app or official website?
Don’t worry! This simple step-by-step guide by IGNOU All Solutions will help you navigate the IGNOU app and website like a pro — from checking admission status to downloading assignments and results.
🧭 Why Use IGNOU App or Website?
The IGNOU Samarth Portal, official IGNOU website [ignou.ac.in], and the IGNOU Student App allow you to:
- Apply for admission
- Check admission status
- Download ID card, study material & assignments
- Submit exam forms, projects, and assignments
- Check grade card and results
- Contact regional centres
- Track re-registration and project updates
📥 Where to Download the IGNOU Student App?
You can download the IGNOU app from the Google Play Store:
🔗 IGNOU Student App – Play Store
❗ Currently, there is no official iOS version, but you can use the website on iPhone via browser.
🌐 IGNOU Official Websites You Should Know
| Purpose | Website |
| Main Site | https://ignou.ac.in/ |
| Admission | https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/ |
| Student Login | https://ignou.samarth.edu.in/ |
| Assignment Submission | Depends on RC (check RC site) |
| Grade Card | https://gradecard.ignou.ac.in/ |
| Hall Ticket | https://hall_ticket.ignou.ac.in/ |
| Project Submission | https://projects.ignou.ac.in/ |
📝 Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use IGNOU App & Website
✅ 1. Check Admission Status
🔹 Go to: https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in/
🔹 Login with your username (email/mobile) and password
🔹 Click on “Admission Status” to see if your admission is confirmed
🔹 If approved, download the confirmation letter and ID card
✅ 2. Login to Student Dashboard
🔹 Go to: https://ignou.samarth.edu.in/
🔹 Use enrollment number and password
🔹 Dashboard features:
- Download ID card
- Submit assignments
- Fill exam form
- Submit project/dissertation
- Check grade card
- Update profile
✅ 3. Download IGNOU ID Card
From dashboard:
- Click “Services” → “ID Card”
- Click “Download”
❗ You must have Adobe PDF password = your DOB in DDMMYYYY format.
✅ 4. How to Download Study Materials
Method 1: From IGNOU eGyanKosh
🔹 Visit: http://egyankosh.ac.in
🔹 Search your subject code (e.g., BEGC-102)
🔹 Click and download PDFs
Method 2: From IGNOU Student App
🔹 Open the app → Click “Study Material”
🔹 Choose program code → Select course → Download modules
✅ 5. Submit Assignments Online
🔹 Visit your Regional Centre Website
🔹 Look for “Assignment Submission Link”
🔹 Fill Google Form or upload PDF to portal
📌 Assignments must be hand-written, scanned, and under 10MB.
✅ 6. Fill Exam Form
🔹 Go to: https://exam.ignou.ac.in/
🔹 Enter enrollment number, choose subjects
🔹 Pay exam fee via UPI/Card/Net banking
🔹 Download exam form receipt
✅ 7. Submit Projects/Dissertation
🔹 Visit: https://projects.ignou.ac.in/
🔹 Upload project report PDF, signed certificate, and declaration
🔹 Keep acknowledgment slip for reference
✅ 8. Check Grade Card / Results
🔹 Visit: https://gradecard.ignou.ac.in/
🔹 Select your program and enter enrollment number
🔹 View TEE marks, assignment marks, and project marks
✅ 9. Track Re-registration Status
🔹 Go to: https://onlinerr.ignou.ac.in/
🔹 Check confirmation of next semester/year registration
🧩 Common Problems and Fixes
| Problem | Solution |
| Can’t log in to Samarth | Reset password or clear browser cache |
| App not working properly | Update the app or reinstall |
| Wrong subject in dashboard | Contact your Regional Centre |
| Assignment upload link not visible | Wait for RC announcement or check RC site regularly |
🎯 Final Tips by IGNOU All Solutions
- Always check IGNOU updates via the official website or RC
- Take screenshots and download receipts for every submission
- Use the IGNOU app to keep track on the go
- Use Chrome browser for best website experience
🧠 Need Help?
At IGNOU All Solutions, we provide:
- Most Probable Questions
- Help with Assignments
- Project Report Samples
- Admission & ID Card Guidance
📌 Visit our website for fast and student-friendly IGNOU support.