1. Complete All Course Requirements

Before you can apply for your IGNOU Degree Certificate, you need to complete all the course requirements. This includes:

• Passing all subjects: You must pass all the exams for your program, including assignments, practicals (if any), and theory exams.
  
  
• Submitting assignments: For most courses, you need to submit assignments. Make sure all assignments are submitted before the final exams.
  
  

Once you have finished everything and met all the requirements, IGNOU will update your records and declare your results.

2. Wait for the Declaration of Results

After finishing your final exams and submitting your assignments, the next step is to wait for your results. IGNOU releases results for each course at different times. You can check your results on the IGNOU student portal or their official website. Once your results are out, the university will confirm if you have successfully completed your program. It’s important to remember that the IGNOU Degree Certificate will only be issued after your results are declared and all assessments are cleared. Make sure your results are confirmed before moving on to the next step.

3. Apply for the Degree Certificate

Once your results are confirmed and you’ve completed your program, you can apply for your IGNOU Degree Certificate. Here’s how to do it:

• Online Application: You can submit your application through the official IGNOU student portal. Simply log in to your account, go to the ‘Degree Certificate’ section, and fill out the application form.
  
  
• Offline Application: If you can’t apply online, you can visit your regional IGNOU center and fill out the form there. Some centers may assist you in completing the application process.
  
  

Make sure to have your academic details, such as your enrollment number, course details, and contact information, ready when filling out the application.

4. Pay the Required Fees

To get your IGNOU Degree Certificate, you need to pay a small fee. The fee amount depends on the program or degree you are getting. You can pay the fee online through the IGNOU student portal using a credit or debit card, or by other methods like bank demand drafts. Make sure to keep the receipt of your payment, as you might need to show it as proof. Without paying the fee, your application for the IGNOU Degree Certificate won’t be processed.

5. Submit the Required Documents

When you fill out the application form and pay the fee, you will also need to submit some important documents. These may include:

• Final marksheet: This shows that you have completed all your coursework.
  
  
• Identity proof: A government ID, like Aadhaar or Passport.
  
  
• Photographs: You may need to provide passport-sized photos in some cases.
  
  

Make sure you have all these documents ready to avoid any delays in getting your IGNOU Degree Certificate.

6. Verification and Processing

After you submit your application, the university will start checking your details and documents. This process might take some time, depending on how many applications they have. Once your documents are checked, you will get a confirmation email that the process has started. During this time, the university will also check if you have any unpaid fees, incomplete assignments, or other issues. Make sure all your fees and tasks are completed before applying.

7. Collect Your Degree Certificate

Once your application is processed and everything is in order, your IGNOU Degree Certificate will be issued. Depending on where you live and how you applied (online or offline), you can either:

• Receive the certificate by post: This is the most common way for students who applied online. The university will mail your certificate to the address you provided in your application.
  
  
• Collect the certificate in person: If you live near your regional center, you can go there to pick up your certificate. Don’t forget to carry a valid ID when you collect it.
  
  

The certificate can take a few months to up to a year to arrive, depending on your program and other factors. Be sure to check your application status online or contact your regional center for updates.

8. Track the Status of Your Degree Certificate

IGNOU has a system that lets you track the progress of your IGNOU Degree Certificate application. By logging into your student portal, you can check if your certificate is being processed and if it has been sent out. If there are any delays, you can reach out to the regional center or the university’s helpdesk for more information.