IGNOU Entrance Exam 2026: B.Ed, PhD, Nursing Registration (Live) & Dates

Your complete guide to IGNOU January 2026 session entrance tests: Application links, eligibility, and official deadlines.

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IGNOU Entrance 2026: Deep Dive & Strategy

Verified Content: Jan 30, 2026

1. Detailed Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Most IGNOU entrance exams (B.Ed, Nursing) are 2-hour offline or CBT tests with 100-120 MCQs. There is no negative marking.

B.Ed Syllabus (100 Qs)

  • Part A: English (10), Reasoning (20), General Awareness (25), Teaching-Learning (25)
  • Part B: Subject Competence (20) - Science/Maths/Social Science

B.Sc Nursing (120 Qs)

  • Based strictly on GNM Syllabus
  • Subjects: Anatomy, Phsyiology, Med-Surg, Community Health, Midwifery
Source: Collegedunia Syllabus Breakdown

2. PhD Selection & Interview Weightage

Admission to PhD is now strictly aligned with UGC Regulations 2022. Selection depends on your category:

Category A (JRF): 100% Interview Weightage
Category B (NET): 70% NET Score + 30% Interview

The interview evaluates Research Methodology (40%), Subject Domain (40%), and Communication Skills (20%).

Source: IGNOU PhD Samarth Portal

3. Study Resources & Official Links

eGyanKosh Search Library
Previous Year Question Papers Access Archive
Source: CollegeDekho Preparation Guide