IGNOU TEPE December 2025 Practical Exam Date Sheet Released
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has officially released the Practical Examination Date Sheet for the December 2025 Term‑End Practical Examination (TEPE). The university published the schedule in a PDF notice on 19th December 2025, giving all students clear dates and times for their practical exams. This date sheet is very important for students who are enrolled in practical‑based courses, including postgraduate and professional programmes. You can download this official PDF from the IGNOU website and check the dates for your specific course.
What Is TEPE at IGNOU?
TEPE stands for Term‑End Practical Examination. It is a mandatory part of the examination process for many programmes at IGNOU. While theory exams are written and conducted during the regular Term‑End Examination (TEE), practical exams test hands‑on skills, laboratory knowledge, or real‑world tasks depending on your programme. Students must appear for their TEPE exams to complete their course requirements and get their final results.
Official Date Sheet Overview
The Student Evaluation Division (SED) has released the official practical exam date sheet on 19th December 2025. The date sheet shows different dates and times for all courses. Practical exams will start in January 2026. They will continue until late February and early March 2026.
The schedule tells you the exact date, day, course code, and time for each exam.
Here are some key highlights from the schedule:
- 16th January 2026 (Friday) – Practical exams for programmes like PGDAST and CRCS start early in the morning.
- 17th January 2026 (Saturday) – More practical exams continue for PGDAST and MSC courses with morning and afternoon sessions.
- 19th and 20th January 2026 (Monday & Tuesday) – Practical test for MACS courses and more MSC (MACS) continue.
- 21st and 22nd January 2026 (Wednesday & Thursday) – Final days for these groups of practical exams.
- 23rd & 24th January 2026 – Different courses like MSCIS / PGDIS, DBPOFA, CBS have their practical tests.
- 27th & 28th January 2026 – More courses like MSCGI, PGDGI have exams scheduled.
The schedule continues through 29th January and beyond, covering many programmes with clear timing slots, usually morning and afternoon sessions. The complete list is found in the official PDF.
How to Read Your Practical Exam Date
- Open the PDF file downloaded from the IGNOU website.
- Look for your programme name (e.g., MSC, PGDAST).
- Match your course code with the dates listed.
- Note the day and timing for your exam.
Important Things Students Must Know
1. Downloading Your Hall Ticket
The practical exam schedule is separate from the hall ticket (admit card). Students need to download their hall ticket for the practical exam from the IGNOU website. The hall ticket shows your name, enrollment number, exam centre address, and exam date and time.”
2. Follow IGNOU Instructions
IGNOU often updates exam guidelines on its official website. Students should regularly check the Student Zone or Announcements page. Sometimes, date sheets or schedules can change due to unavoidable reasons, so staying updated helps avoid confusion.
Why This Date Sheet Matters
Practical exams are an integral part of the final evaluation for many programmes. If you miss the practical exam without a valid reason, you might not be eligible to get your final certificate. Therefore, this date sheet serves as an official announcement that helps students plan their preparation and attendance.
This practical schedule complements the Term‑End Examination (TEE) date sheet for December 2025, which contains the theory exam dates. The theory exams usually take place from 1st December 2025 to mid‑January 2026.
Steps to Download the Official Practical Date Sheet PDF
If you have not downloaded your date sheet yet, follow these steps:
- Visit the official IGNOU website: www.ignou.ac.in
- Go to the Student Support or Downloads section.
- Look for Date Sheet / Exam Schedule links.
- Click on the link for Practical Examination Date Sheet December 2025 TEE (TEPE).
- Save the PDF on your device and print it for quick reference.
These official steps ensure you get the correct and final schedule directly from the university.