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The Diploma in Business Process Outsourcing - Finance and Accounting (DBPOFA) is a one-year, semester-based diploma programme offered by IGNOU's School of Vocational Education and Training (SOVET) in Open Distance Learning (ODL) mode. Developed in association with the BPO industry, this is the first programme of its kind in the open and distance learning system in India. The programme is designed to equip students with professional skills in the Finance and Accounting domain, making them employment-ready for the growing BPO/ITES sector. It consists of 7 courses spread across 2 semesters, totalling 32 credits, and is offered in English medium. The total programme fee is Rs. 10,000 (Rs. 5,000 per semester). Eligibility requires 10+2 with English as a compulsory subject and 50% aggregate, or a bachelor's degree with English at 10+2 level. The DBPOFA is popular for its industry-aligned curriculum covering core F&A BPO processes (P2P, O2C, R2R), English communication, and IT skills, making graduates directly employable in leading BPO companies.

Admission Status: The January 2026 session admission for IGNOU diploma programmes closed on 28 February 2026 (for semester-based programmes). The next admission window is the July 2026 session, expected to open in June 2026 with a tentative last date around September/October 2026. Students are advised to monitor the official IGNOU admission portal at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in for exact dates. Currently, enrolled students can submit their June 2026 Term-End Examination (TEE) forms from 10 March 2026 to 10 April 2026 (without late fee) and 11 April to 24 April 2026 (with late fee of Rs. 1,100).

Distance Mode Centres:
The DBPOFA programme is offered in ODL mode and is available at select IGNOU Study Centres across India. The following study centres currently offer this programme:

Bhopal: IGNOU Regional Centre Bhopal
Bhubaneswar: IGNOU Regional Centre Bhubaneswar
Khanna: Nirman Campus of Education Research and Training, Sunam
Delhi (Naraina): Fairfield Institute of Management and Technology (FIMT), Kapashera, Delhi
Mumbai: IGNOU Regional Centre Mumbai
Patna: IGNOU Regional Centre Patna
Delhi (South): IGNOU Regional Centre Delhi 1 (Mohan Estate)
Vishakhapatnam: IGNOU Regional Centre Vishakhapatnam
Angul: IGNOU Regional Centre Angul

Students should contact their nearest IGNOU Regional Centre or visit the official admission portal to confirm availability and enroll.

Key Points

First-of-its-kind programme in the ODL system in India, developed in collaboration with the BPO industry.
Covers the three core F&A BPO processes: Procure to Pay (P2P), Order to Cash (O2C), and Record to Report (R2R).
Semester-based structure with practical components in English Communication and IT Skills.
Eligibility requires 50% aggregate at 10+2 level with English as a compulsory subject, making it a slightly selective programme.
Directly aligned with industry requirements, with curriculum designed by academicians, subject matter experts, and BPO training organizations.
Graduates are eligible for entry-level roles in Finance and Accounting BPO operations at leading companies.
Available at select study centres, primarily in major cities with BPO industry presence.

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IGNOU DBPOFA Fees

The DBPOFA programme has a total fee of Rs. 10,000, payable in two instalments of Rs. 5,000 per semester. The first semester fee of Rs. 5,000 is paid along with the registration fee of Rs. 300 at the time of admission. The second semester fee of Rs. 5,000 is paid at the time of re-registration. The total admission cost for the first semester is Rs. 5,300. There are no hostel facilities as this is a distance learning programme.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Semester I Programme Fee	5,000
Registration Fee (one-time)	300
University Development Fee	200
Semester II Programme Fee	5,000
Examination Fee (per course, per TEE)	200
Total Fees (excluding exam fee)	10,500

Semester I fee of Rs. 5,000 + registration fee Rs. 300 + development fee Rs. 200 = Rs. 5,500 payable at admission.
Semester II fee of Rs. 5,000 payable at re-registration.
Examination fee of Rs. 200 per course is payable separately at the time of filling the TEE form.
No hostel facility is available as this is a distance learning programme.
SC/ST students may be eligible for fee reimbursement through state government scholarship schemes and the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Fees once paid are non-refundable.
Payment is made online via credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking.

IGNOU DBPOFA Admission 2026

Admission to the DBPOFA programme is open twice a year in the January and July sessions. As a semester-based programme, the last date for certificate/semester-based programmes is typically 28 February for the January session. The January 2026 session admission closed on 28 February 2026. Prospective students should target the upcoming July 2026 session. Given the limited number of study centres, students are advised to check availability at their preferred centre before applying.

IGNOU DBPOFA Admission and Examination Dates

Event	Date
January 2026 Session Admission Start	17 December 2025
January 2026 Session Last Date (Semester-based Programmes)	28 February 2026
June 2026 TEE Exam Form Submission (without late fee)	10 March 2026 - 10 April 2026
June 2026 TEE Exam Form Submission (with late fee of Rs. 1,100)	11 April 2026 - 24 April 2026
June 2026 Term-End Examination Commencement	1 June 2026
June 2026 TEE Last Date	15 July 2026
July 2026 Session Admission (Tentative Start)	June 2026
July 2026 Session Last Date (Tentative)	September/October 2026

Table 2: Relevant Exam Dates
No national-level entrance exam is required for DBPOFA admission. The only examinations are IGNOU's own Term-End Examinations (TEE) conducted twice a year (June and December). These are internal university examinations.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

10+2 or equivalent with English as a compulsory subject and minimum 50% aggregate marks, OR
Bachelor's degree and above (with English as a compulsory subject at 10+2 level).
There is no upper age limit for enrollment.

Admission Process:

Visit the official IGNOU admission portal: ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in
Click on New Registration and create an account with your name, email, and mobile number.
Log in and select Diploma in Business Process Outsourcing - Finance and Accounting (DBPOFA) from the programme list.
Fill in personal and academic details, and select your preferred study centre.
Upload required documents: 10+2 marksheet (with English marks), passport-size photograph, signature, and identity proof (Aadhaar card).
Pay Semester I fee (Rs. 5,000) + registration fee (Rs. 300) + development fee (Rs. 200) online.
Submit the form and download the confirmation slip.
Study material will be dispatched to your registered address after admission confirmation.

IGNOU DBPOFA Scholarships 2026

IGNOU does not offer a dedicated scholarship for the DBPOFA programme, but students can avail of various government-sponsored scholarship schemes. SC/ST, OBC, minority community students, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are eligible for fee reimbursement or scholarship support through central and state government schemes. The total programme fee of Rs. 10,000 is moderate, and eligible students can potentially get partial or full reimbursement through the National Scholarship Portal.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit	How to Apply
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students	SC category students	Full/partial fee reimbursement	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students	ST category students	Full/partial fee reimbursement	scholarships.gov.in
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) students	Partial fee reimbursement	scholarships.gov.in
Central Sector Scholarship for Minorities	Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi students	Up to Rs. 10,000 per year	scholarships.gov.in
PwD Scholarship	Persons with Disabilities	Fee concession/reimbursement	scholarships.gov.in

Students must apply for scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the stipulated deadlines, usually between July and October each year.
Scholarship benefits are subject to state government policies and availability of funds.
Students are advised to contact their nearest IGNOU Regional Centre for guidance on scholarship applications.

IGNOU DBPOFA FAQs

Ques. I scored 45% in 10+2. Am I eligible for DBPOFA?

Ans. No. The DBPOFA programme requires a minimum of 50% aggregate marks at 10+2 level with English as a compulsory subject. However, if you hold a bachelor's degree (with English at 10+2 level), you are eligible regardless of your 10+2 percentage.

Ques. What BPO companies hire DBPOFA graduates?

Ans. The DBPOFA curriculum is aligned with the requirements of leading Finance and Accounting BPO companies such as Genpact, WNS, EXL Service, Infosys BPO, Accenture, and similar firms. Graduates with skills in P2P, O2C, and R2R processes are in demand for entry-level roles like Accounts Payable Executive, Accounts Receivable Executive, and General Ledger Analyst.

Ques. What is the difference between Semester I and Semester II in DBPOFA?

Ans. Semester I focuses on Finance and Accounting BPO core processes: Introduction to F&A BPO (BPOI-101), Fundamentals of Accounting (BPOI-102), Procure to Pay/Accounts Payable (BPOI-103), Order to Cash/Accounts Receivable (BPOI-104), and Record to Report (BPOI-105). Semester II focuses on English Communication Skills (BPOI-006) and IT Skills (BPOI-007), both with practical components.

Ques. Are there practical components in the DBPOFA programme?

Ans. Yes. Semester II includes practical components for both English Communication (BPOI-006P) and IT Skills (BPOI-007P). Students will need to attend practical sessions at their assigned study centre. Contact your study centre for the schedule.

Ques. Is the DBPOFA diploma equivalent to a regular diploma for government job applications?

Ans. Yes. The DBPOFA diploma from IGNOU is a UGC-recognized qualification equivalent to any other diploma from a recognized university. However, for specific government job applications, you should check the recruitment notification to confirm whether a diploma in BPO/Finance and Accounting is an accepted qualification.

Ques. Can I pursue a BBA or B.Com after completing DBPOFA?

Ans. The DBPOFA diploma does not directly qualify you for lateral entry into a BBA or B.Com programme. However, you can apply for IGNOU's BBA or B.Com programmes if you meet the standard eligibility criteria (10+2 pass). The DBPOFA provides excellent practical knowledge that complements a commerce degree.