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How long does it usually take for IGNOU to confirm admissions taken through their online submission system?
First and foremost, you must wait until the last date for admission to that cycle has passed. Following that, you should receive confirmation within two to three weeks. After confirmation, you will receive a message on your registered phone number and via email.
After submitting the required documents, the mail regarding admission acceptance is received within an hour.
People at each IGNOU regional center are extremely helpful. When contacted, the concerned individual reviewed my brother's form and provided details regarding discrepancies as well as a solution.
Overall, it is a quick procedure, and if you have not received your confirmation, please contact your regional center.
How is the percentage calculated in IGNOU BA Including the assignment marks?
In general, the IGNOU calculates the percentage on a 30:70 basis.
Assignments = 30
Theory Exam = 70
Initially, assignments and theory will be graded out of 100. Then it will be converted based on the ratio. So, 30% of the total assignment marks and 70% of the theory exam, both marks are totaled into one.
The percentage is calculated by dividing total marks by the number of subjects, which is 309.7/5= 61.94.
So that's how the marks or percentage or grade calculation works.
How is the MCA from IGNOU?
The syllabus of the IGNOU MCA program is not outdated. If you are considering this program, you don't need to rely on second-hand sources to know about the syllabus. All the books of IGNOU are available on the internet in PDF format for free, and you can download and check the syllabus.
IGNOU keeps revising the syllabus to keep it relevant. BCA program includes C, C++, and Java, which serve as an entry-level foundation for programming. MCA program is more about algorithms, data structure, discrete maths, and system design and less about programming. It's designed to prepare you for a project manager (tech architect) kind of role rather than a "manual tester" or "Java developer" kind of role. IGNOU's MCA program is much more comprehensive and difficult compared to a BTech from Mumbai or Pune university.
MCA syllabus in IGNOU is difficult, which is why it has value, and you need to write a lot of assignments. So, don't assume that you will get an easy degree just because it is a "distance" degree. The exam question papers are also of higher difficulty, and the checking is tough. You will attempt 80 marks on the paper and score 55, which will be your default experience throughout the course. You will feel the university breathing down your neck. IGNOU students never say that they breezed through the course easily. Backlogs will become a staple, and at least 3-4 subjects will have to be repeated twice to clear them.
After all of this, the end result that you get is totally worth it. People who have graduated from IGNOU have gone on to work in big firms such as IT analysts at Goldman Sachs, Tower Research, etc., and not the useless "TCS, Wipro, Infy" kind of sweatshop companies.
What is IGNOU B.com A&F degree for CA students? What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing it?
- Only six exams
- Only 6 days of the holiday are required (exam days).
- There are only six assignments to complete.
- The course fee is only Rs 6500-7000 for the entire duration of the course. That's all there is to it.
- BS cannot be written in exams.
- One study will obtain a minimum of 65%. The exact percentage of a Bachelor's Degree that employers look for.
What is IGNOU Bcom A&F degree for CA students? What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing it?
Chartered Accountancy is an altogether dynamic profession that allows individuals to exercise their acumen in the areas of accounting, auditing, corporate finance, and corporate governance. To provide greater support to such a multifaceted program, IGNOU has brought up a special course named B.Com Accounting & Finance degree for CA students.
The details about the program are as follows.
Admission:
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The program can be completed within a minimum period of 3 years while the registration stands valid for 6 years. No re-registration fees are required.
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For students who have cleared the first stage of CA, the time will be automatically reduced.
The fee structure for the program is as follows.
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Indian Students |
Rs. 7200 |
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Foreign Students |
From SAARC Countries- Rs. 11000 From Non-SAARC Countries- US $ 1000 |
The fee is payable along with the application form and is appropriately valid for 3 years.
Eligibility:
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The mandatory criterion stands at 10+2 or equivalent.
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Candidates who passed the common proficiency test from ICAI are also eligible.
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Candidates passed or registered in professional competence courses: are also eligible.
Program Structure:
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The program is credit-based and consists of 96 credits whereby 32 credits are provided by IGNOU while 64 credits are given to ICAI.
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IGNOU provides 6 courses from the entire curriculum and it is exercised properly through the IGNOU system.
Program Resources:
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The course is delivered both in Hindi & English.
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Printed course material is provided to candidates through their respective mediums. A/v sessions are also provided.
Evaluation Criterion:
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The evaluation is done similar to other courses by consolidating the marks obtained in different parts by the individual.
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The score obtained in 4 parts will be added to determine your division.
Advantages:
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The major merit that underlies this course is that the individual will be exposed to a dual degree after completion of the course.
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The degree itself is from IGNOU fosters a full reputation and goodwill.
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The time limit is also quite flexible.
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IGNOU adds its special facilities to the coursework.
Disadvantages:
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The eligibility criterion is the mandatory qualification of CPE.
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CA performance gets linked with degree performance.
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6 subjects provided by IGNOU are theoretical leading to certain problems for individuals preferring practical subjects.
Institute Of Chartered Accountants & Indira Gandhi National Open University has entered into an arrangement to make this course more domain-specific & market-ready. However, the choice to pursue it or not rests with the candidate.
What is it like to pursue MA (Economics) from IGNOU?
IGNOU MA Economics is interesting and professionally rewarding. This course will help you understand and appreciate the intricacies of small day-to-day economic activities and their large-scale impact on the whole economical system.
IGNOU MCA study materials are a little difficult to understand as the concepts are mostly explained mathematically without explaining the theory. The course work is demanding, you need to take the assignments and examinations seriously. If you have Mathematics till class XII, it will be easier to understand complex Economic models.
Is an IGNOU degree accepted for jobs?
The degree you accept and consider is heavily influenced by the people who hire you, i.e. your employers. To give you an accurate picture, the syllabus and study material are far superior to Mumbai University, as it provides in-depth knowledge. If you want to continue your education, the IGNOU degree will not be accepted by any universities abroad.
When you present yourself to a prospective employer, make sure you have a compelling reason for choosing distance education. If the company believes you've spent your time productively improving your skills, you'll be rewarded for it.
If I don't pass all the papers in my IGNOU exam in 1st year, can I still go to the second year? How do I clear the papers which I didn't pass?
If you are studying at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and you failed to pass all the papers in your first year, don't worry, you can still progress to the second year of your course. Here's what you need to know:
- You can register for the second year of your course even if you have back papers from your first year. IGNOU allows you to register for the next academic year as long as you have cleared the minimum number of credits required to advance to the next year.
- You can also attempt to complete your first year while simultaneously studying in the second year. For example, if your second-year Term End Examination (TEE) is scheduled for the December cycle, you can attempt your first-year back papers in the June cycle or vice versa.
- If you have already submitted assignments for the back papers in your first year, you do not need to resubmit them. However, you will need to ensure that you meet the assignment submission requirements for the second year.
- It's important to note that you will need to complete all your back papers within the stipulated time period subject to the course. IGNOU has a maximum time limit within which you need to complete your course requirements. You should refer to the university guidelines or contact the academic counselor for more information.
The video below will further help you understand this
How much can you score in an IGNOU degree?
It is not just overstated that scoring in IGNOU is difficult; it is true.
IGNOU exams are difficult to pass; they are not like private engineering college exams.
If you are strategic, you can succeed in IGNOU. If you study hard, you might not get anything.
Here is a checklist to help you prepare for your IGNOU exams:
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Download exam papers from the previous ten years for both summer and winter sessions.
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If possible, download the assignments as well.
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Now, for each block, count how many times a question from it was asked.
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Determine which blocks are never or only once every 4-6 years.
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There will be approximately four such blocks that will undoubtedly be questioned at all times.
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Every two or three years, there will be 2-3 such blocks included. With the remaining blocks, these 2-3 blocks will now have optional questions. Begin by thoroughly preparing for the first four sure-shot blocks.
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Then prepare the other 2-3; if you prepare these well, you can skip even touching the optional.
Now, here's how you should approach the exam:
In IGNOU, there is a rule that they believe they have created. The rule is that your 20-point answer should be 6-7 pages long.
How to Write a 6-7 Page Long Answer:
Writing a 7-page long answer and attempting 5 such answers in 3 hours is extremely difficult. Neither memory nor creativity would have that much content to offer. As a result, you can draw a margin on the right side of the sheet throughout. This can be as thick as 2.5 inches. It serves two purposes: it reduces the page width and it gives the evaluator enough room to place the marks and total easily. Also, divide your responses into sections:
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Introduction
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Body
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Body subheadings
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Conclusion
Highlight important ideas to catch the evaluator's attention. Be direct, specific, and accurate.
IGNOU: What paper should I use for assignments?
Assignments at IGNOU can be done in two different ways:
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Use an A4 size notebook to make your assignment.
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Make your assignments on loose sheets and bind them together in a file.
Note that the size of the sheet should be A4 only. Also, follow the guidelines for doing assignments provided by IGNOU.
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