IGNOU Student Support Services: Check Details on eGyanKosh, GyanDarshan, Swayam Prabha, Gyandhara & More

IGNOU has strengthened its digital and academic support ecosystem by upgrading and expanding several student service platforms including eGyanKosh, GyanDarshan, IGNOU e-Content, Swayam Prabha Live, Gyandhara, and the IGNOU Library Network. These services aim to provide seamless access to study materials, lectures, digital resources, and academic support for over 30 lakh learners enrolled across ODL and online programmes.

Here’s the ultimate 2026 guide to IGNOU’s 6 power-packed student services that students are calling “better than many private universities combined”.

Key IGNOU Student Services

1. eGyankosh - India’s Largest Free Digital Library

• 95%+ of IGNOU study material in PDF format.
• 50,000+ self-learning modules, 35,000+ e-books, 6,000+ video lectures.
• Completely FREE (no login required for most content).
• Download entire semester material in one click.
• Works offline after download - perfect for low-internet areas.
• 2026 Update: Now supports dark mode + searchable handwritten notes

2. GyanDarshan - Your Personal IGNOU TV Channel

• 24×7 educational TV channel (free on DD Free Dish & online). Live classes, expert lectures, career guidance shows. Daily schedule: 6 AM - 10 PM (repeat telecast after that). Subjects covered: BA, BCom, MBA, Science, Skill Development. 2026 Highlight: New “Exam Guru” slot daily at 8 PM for TEE preparation

3. IGNOU e-Content Mobile App - Your Pocket University

• Official Android & iOS app (4.4★ rating, 1M+ downloads).
• Stream or download video lectures by IGNOU professors.
• 10,000+ hours of recorded classes (BA, BCom, BCA, MBA, etc.).
• Works in low-bandwidth mode (as low as 2G!).
• 2026 Update: Offline video download + quiz feature added.

4. SWAYAM Prabha DTH Channels (32 Channels FREE)

• 34 educational DTH channels by Govt. of India (IGNOU manages many). Channel 1-10: Humanities & Social Sciences.
• Channel 17-20: Science, Management, Computer Applications.
• No internet required, just a DD Free Dish setup (INR 1500 one-time cost).
• Daily 16 hours fresh content + 4 hours repeat.
• 2026 Update: New Channel 35 dedicated to Competitive Exam Prep (UPSC/SSC)

5. GyanDhara - Live Interactive Radio Counselling

• Live phone-in program every Sunday (2-4 PM).
• Call toll-free: 1800-112-345.
• Ask doubts directly to professors on air.
• Covers tough topics + exam strategy.
• Also streamed live on IGNOU Facebook & YouTube.
• 2026 Series: “Mission TEE 100/100” starting January 2026

6. IGNOU Digital Library (iGRAM & Library Portal)

• Access to 1,00,000+ e-journals via Shodhganga, NDLI.
• Previous years’ question papers (2008-2025).
• Project reports, synopsis samples.
• Free membership for all enrolled students.
• 2026 Upgrade: AI-powered search + plagiarism checker for projects

Quick Comparison: Which Service Should You Use When?

IGNOU’s Focus on Digital Empowerment

IGNOU is continuously upgrading its digital infrastructure to support its growing learner base. With these enhanced services, the university aims to create a flexible, inclusive, and technology-enabled learning environment for students across India and abroad.