IGNOU MA Urdu: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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The Master of Arts in Urdu (MAUD) at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is a 2-year postgraduate programme offered through Open Distance Learning (ODL) mode under the School of Humanities (SOH). The programme exposes learners to a wide range of Urdu language and literature, covering the history of Urdu language and literature, Urdu Ghazal, Urdu Fiction, Urdu Non-fiction, Urdu Nazm, Classical Urdu Poetry, Criticism and Research, and a special study of Meer Taqqi Meer and Mirza Ghalib. The programme carries 80 credits (8 compulsory courses and 4 optional courses) and is offered in Urdu medium. The programme fee is Rs. 7,000 per year (total Rs. 14,300 including registration fee). No entrance exam is required; admission is based on graduation marks. The programme is popular among Urdu literature enthusiasts, teachers, researchers, and those seeking to deepen their understanding of Urdu literary traditions.

Admission for the January 2026 session is currently ongoing. The last date for submission of the application form (for ODL programmes) is 30 March 2026. Applications can be submitted online at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in. The next admission cycle (July 2026) is expected to open tentatively in May 2026, based on the previous year's schedule.

Distance Mode Centres:

The MAUD programme is offered exclusively through Open Distance Learning (ODL) mode in Urdu medium. Students are assigned to a Study Centre near their location. The programme is available across a wide network of IGNOU Regional Centres and affiliated Study Centres across India, including:

  • Hyderabad (RC Hyderabad)
  • Karnal (RC Karnal)
  • Shimla (RC Shimla, Govt. Degree College Nahan, Govt. P.G. College Bilaspur)
  • Jammu (RC Jammu, University of Jammu, Govt. Degree Colleges)
  • Bangalore (RC Bangalore)
  • Bhopal (RC Bhopal)
  • Pune (RC Pune)
  • Imphal (RC Imphal)
  • Shillong (RC Shillong)
  • Aizawl (RC Aizawl)
  • Port Blair (RC Port Blair)
  • Kohima (RC Kohima)
  • Bhubaneswar (RC Bhubaneswar)
  • Khanna (RC Khanna)
  • Jaipur (RC Jaipur, Govt. College Ajmer, Govt. Arts PG College Kota, Govt. P.G. College Tonk, Lohiya Govt. PG College Churu, Rajrishi College Alwar)
  • Gangtok (RC Gangtok)
  • Chennai (RC Chennai, Voorhees College)
  • Agartala (RC Agartala)
  • Lucknow (RC Lucknow)
  • Kolkata (RC Kolkata)
  • Delhi 2 (RC Delhi 2 Indraprastha Estate ITO)
  • Itanagar (RC Itanagar)
  • Srinagar (RC Srinagar, Govt. Amar Singh College Srinagar, Govt. Degree College Sopore, Govt. Degree College Pulwama, Govt. Degree College Baramulla, Govt. Degree College Ganderbal, Govt. Degree College Kupwara, Govt. Degree College Shopian, Govt. Degree College Tangdhar, Govt. Degree College Tral, Govt. Degree College for Women Anantnag, Govt. Degree College for Women Nawa Kadal, Govt. Degree College Handwara, Govt. Degree College Magam, Govt. Sheikh Ul Alam Memorial Degree College Budgam, HKM Govt. Degree College Bandipora)
  • Dehradun (RC Dehradun)
  • Ranchi (RC Ranchi, Gossner College Ranchi, K.B. Women's College Hazaribagh, Karim City College Jamshedpur, P.K. Roy Memorial College Dhanbad)
  • Vijayawada (RC Vijayawada)
  • Raipur (RC Raipur)
  • Nagpur (RC Nagpur, Guru Nanak Bhawan Nagpur, Pratibha Niketan Maha Vidyalaya Nanded)
  • Jorhat (RC Jorhat)
  • Delhi 3 Naraina (RC Delhi 3)
  • Noida (RC Noida, Govt. Raza PG College Rampur)
  • Guwahati (RC Guwahati)
  • Trivandrum (RC Trivandrum)
  • Jabalpur (RC Jabalpur)
  • Rajkot (RC Rajkot)
  • Koraput (RC Koraput)
  • Siliguri (RC Siliguri)
  • Darbhanga (RC Darbhanga, R.K. College)
  • Aligarh (RC Aligarh, Aligarh Muslim University)
  • Varanasi (RC Varanasi, D.C.S. Khandelwal Mau)
  • Mumbai (RC Mumbai)
  • Patna (RC Patna, S.A. Ekalavya Degree Mahavidyalaya)
  • Raghunathganj (RC Raghunathganj)
  • Chandigarh (RC Chandigarh, Dept. of CSE UIET South Campus Punjab University)
  • Delhi 1 (RC Delhi 1)
  • Panaji (RC Panaji)
  • Bhagalpur (RC Bhagalpur, Deep Narayan Singh College, Marwari College, RD and DJ College, T.N.B. College)
  • Vatakara (RC Vatakara)
  • Visakhapatnam (RC Visakhapatnam)
  • Bijapur (RC Bijapur)
  • Saharsa (RC Saharsa, IGNOU Study Centres, M.J.M. Mahila College Katihar, Purnea Mahila Mahavidyalaya Purnea)
  • Deoghar (RC Deoghar, B.L.N.L. Bohra College, Dr. Jagannath Mishra College, Sahibganj College)
  • Jodhpur (RC Jodhpur, Aravali Mahavidhyalay, Mahila P.G. Mahavidyalaya)
  • Ahmedabad (RC Ahmedabad)
  • Rairangpur (Bhadrak College)

Key Points

  • The MAUD programme is offered under the School of Humanities (SOH) at IGNOU.
  • The medium of instruction is Urdu, making it specifically designed for Urdu-medium students.
  • The programme carries 80 credits comprising 8 compulsory courses and 4 optional courses spread over 2 years.
  • Year 1 covers History of Urdu Language and Literature, Urdu Ghazal, Urdu Fiction, and Urdu Non-fiction.
  • Year 2 covers Urdu Nazm, Classical Urdu Poetry, Criticism and Research, and Special Study of Meer Taqqi Meer and Mirza Ghalib.
  • The programme develops sound understanding of Urdu literature and its connections with Arabic, Persian, English, Hindi, and other literatures.
  • The degree is recognised by all member institutions of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
  • No entrance examination is required; admission is based on qualifying examination marks.
  • The maximum duration to complete the programme is 4 years.
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02 Apr, 2026 IGNOU Registration (Jan 2026 Session) closed on Mar 30, 2026. The next admission cycle is expected to begin around May-Jun 2026 for the July session.

IGNOU MAUD Fees

The MAUD programme at IGNOU is offered at a highly affordable fee of Rs. 7,000 per year. A one-time Registration Fee of Rs. 300 is payable at the time of admission, along with a Development Fee as notified by the university. Examination fees (Rs. 200 per subject per Term-End Exam) are charged separately. There is no hostel facility for this ODL programme.

Fee Components

Fee ComponentAmount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)7,000
Tuition Fee (Year 2)7,000
Registration Fee (one-time)300
Total Fees14,300
  • Examination fee (Rs. 200 per subject per Term-End Exam) is charged separately and is not included in the above total.
  • Development Fee is applicable as per university norms and is charged at the time of admission.
  • The Registration Fee of Rs. 300 is non-refundable.
  • Fee can be paid online via Credit Card (Master/Visa), Debit Card (Master/Visa/RuPay), or Net Banking.
  • Refund Policy: Fee paid will be refunded prior to confirmation of admission. After confirmation, 15% of the programme fee (subject to a ceiling of Rs. 2,000) will be deducted. No refund is admissible after 60 days from the closing date of admissions.
  • SC/ST students and other reserved category students may be eligible for fee exemption/reimbursement as per IGNOU norms.
  • There is no hostel facility for this ODL programme.

IGNOU MAUD Admission 2026

IGNOU conducts admissions for the MAUD programme twice a year - in January and July sessions. The January 2026 session is currently open, with the last date for application extended to 30 March 2026. Admission is merit-based (qualifying examination marks), and there is no entrance test. Students can apply online through the IGNOU Admission Portal at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

IGNOU MAUD Admission Dates

EventDate
Admission Portal Opens (January 2026 Session)December 16, 2025
Last Date for Application Submission (ODL Programmes)March 30, 2026
Tentative Batch Commencement / Study Material DispatchJanuary - March 2026
Contact Programme / Counselling SessionsFebruary - November 2026
Assignment Submission (Year 1)March - September 2026
Term-End Examination (June 2026)June 1 - July 15, 2026 (Tentative)
Exam Form Submission Last DateApril 10, 2026
Result DeclarationAugust 2026 (Tentative)
July 2026 Session Admission Opens (Tentative)May 2026
July 2026 Session Last Date (Tentative)August 2026

Entrance Exam Details

Entrance Exam Details
No entrance examination is required for admission to the MAUD programme. Admission is based on merit in the qualifying examination (graduation).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or a higher degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
  • A good knowledge of reading comprehension and writing skill in Urdu is a prerequisite for this programme.
  • The programme is open to both fresh graduates and working professionals.

Admission Process

  • Visit the IGNOU Admission Portal: ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in
  • Click on "New Registration" and complete the registration process with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  • Log in and select the MAUD programme.
  • Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and address details.
  • Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational qualification certificates, and category certificate (if applicable).
  • Pay the programme fee online (Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking).
  • Submit the application form and save/print the confirmation for future reference.
  • Students will be allotted a Study Centre based on their preferred location.
  • APAAR ID must be kept ready before starting the application process.

IGNOU MAUD Scholarships 2026

IGNOU students enrolled in the MAUD programme can avail of various government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after confirmation of admission. IGNOU also provides fee exemptions and reimbursements for SC/ST students, physically challenged students, jail inmates, and economically weaker sections. Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships as early as possible, as selection is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Scholarship Details

ScholarshipEligibilityBenefitHow to Apply
IGNOU Fee Exemption (SC/ST/PwD/Jail Inmates/Weaver Community)SC/ST, Physically Challenged, Jail Inmates, Weaver Community, Transgender; Family income less than Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum; Age below 35 yearsFull or partial fee exemption/reimbursement as per IGNOU normsApply through IGNOU Regional Centre; submit form certified by Regional Director
Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses (Minority Students)Minority community students; Family income less than Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum; Minimum 50% marks in previous examRs. 20,000 per year (tuition + maintenance allowance up to Rs. 1,000/month for hostlers, Rs. 500/month for day scholars)Apply online at scholarships.gov.in
Scholarships for Top Class Education for Students with DisabilitiesPwD students with more than 40% disability; Family income less than Rs. 6 lakh per annumTuition fee up to Rs. 2 lakh/year; Books/stationery up to Rs. 5,000/year; Maintenance allowance; One-time laptop allowance of Rs. 45,000Apply online at scholarships.gov.in
Top Class Education Scheme for SC StudentsSC students; Family income less than Rs. 8 lakh per annum; Admitted under general category seatsTuition fee up to Rs. 2 lakh/year; Books/stationery; Living expenses; One-time laptop allowance of Rs. 45,000Apply at Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment portal
State Government ScholarshipsVaries by state; SC/ST/OBC/EWS studentsVaries by state schemeApply through respective State Social Welfare Office or NSP portal
  • A student can avail only one scholarship at a time.
  • Scholarship forms must be certified by the IGNOU Regional Director before submission.
  • Students must apply for government scholarships on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after confirmation of IGNOU admission.
  • The IGNOU fee exemption for SC/ST students covers the programme fee; the Registration Fee is non-refundable even for exempted categories.

IGNOU MAUD FAQs

Ques. Is the IGNOU MA Urdu degree valid for UGC-NET and teaching positions?

Ans. Yes. The MAUD degree from IGNOU is recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and is equivalent to degrees from conventional universities. Graduates are eligible to appear for UGC-NET in Urdu and can apply for teaching and research positions in colleges and universities.

Ques. Is the IGNOU MA Urdu programme available in English or Hindi medium?

Ans. No. The MAUD programme is offered exclusively in Urdu medium. The study material, assignments, and Term-End Examinations are all in Urdu. A good knowledge of reading comprehension and writing skill in Urdu is a prerequisite for this programme.

Ques. Can I pursue IGNOU MA Urdu while working full-time?

Ans. Yes. The programme is offered through ODL mode, which means there are no mandatory daily classes. Students study through self-instructional printed material in Urdu and attend contact/counselling sessions at their assigned Study Centre on scheduled dates. This makes it ideal for working professionals, teachers, and others who cannot attend regular classes.

Ques. What is the Special Study of Meer Taqqi Meer and Mirza Ghalib in Year 2?

Ans. This is a dedicated course in Year 2 of the MAUD programme that focuses on the life, works, and literary contributions of two of the greatest Urdu poets - Meer Taqqi Meer (known as the "God of Urdu poetry") and Mirza Ghalib (the most celebrated Urdu poet). Students study their selected works in depth, analyse their poetic style, themes, and their influence on Urdu literature.

Ques. What career options are available after completing IGNOU MA Urdu?

Ans. MAUD graduates can pursue careers as: Urdu language teachers in schools, colleges, and universities, Urdu journalists, editors, and writers, translators between Urdu and other languages, researchers in Urdu literature and linguistics, government roles in Urdu language promotion and administration, and further research through MPhil or PhD programmes in Urdu literature.

Ques. Is there a minimum percentage required in graduation for admission to IGNOU MA Urdu?

Ans. No. IGNOU does not specify a minimum percentage in graduation for admission to the MAUD programme. The eligibility criterion is simply a Bachelor's degree or higher degree from a recognised university. However, a good knowledge of reading comprehension and writing skill in Urdu is a prerequisite, as the entire programme is conducted in Urdu medium.

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