IGNOU TEE December 2025: Last Date, Exam Form, Fees & Guidelines
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has started the online process for the December 2025 Term-End Examination (TEE). Students of ODL (Open and Distance Learning) and Online Programmes in both Pen & Paper and CBT mode should check the dates, rules, and fees before applying.
The last date to apply without late fee is 6th October 2025 (till 6:00 PM). After this, students can still apply till 20th October 2025 by paying a late fee. The exams will begin from 1st December 2025.
In this blog, you will find details about important dates, exam fees, rules, eligibility, and a step-by-step guide to fill the exam form.
Important Dates for IGNOU TEE December 2025
| Schedule | Dates | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Online submission without late fee | 6th Sept 2025 – 6th Oct 2025 (till 6 PM) | ₹200 per course |
| Online submission with late fee | 7th Oct 2025 – 20th Oct 2025 (till 6 PM) | ₹200 per course + ₹1100 late fee |
| Exam commencement | From 1st December 2025 | As per hall ticket |
Examination Fee Structure for IGNOU December 2025
The exam fee for theory courses is ₹200 per course.
For students admitted from January 2023 onwards, extra fees apply for practical and project work:
- Practical Fees: ₹300 per course (up to 4 credits) and ₹500 per course (above 4 credits).
- Project Fees: ₹300 per project (up to 4 credits) and ₹500 per project (above 4 credits).
Students who took admission before January 2023 do not need to pay extra practical fees.
Guidelines for IGNOU December 2025 TEE
- Students must fill the exam form only through the Samarth Portal: https://ignou.samarth.edu.in.
- The fees will not be accepted through SBI challan or any offline mode.
- While filling the form, students must create an Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) ID. Without it, their marks will not appear in DigiLocker.
- After the hall ticket is issued, the exam centre cannot be changed.
- No unauthorized (stray) candidates will be allowed at exam centres.
- Students who are waiting for June 2025 TEE results can also apply now. If needed, they can add courses later after the results are declared.
Eligibility to Appear in IGNOU December 2025 TEE
- Their programme or course registration should be valid.
- They must have submitted the required assignments on time.
- All fees for the programme or course should be paid.
- They should have completed the minimum study period mentioned in the programme guide.
- The exam form should be submitted within the given dates.
Allotment of Exam Centre
Hall Ticket for IGNOU December 2025 Exams
- The hall ticket will be available on the IGNOU website about one week before the exam.
- Students must carry their hall ticket along with the University ID card to the exam centre.
- A copy of the hall ticket is also needed while submitting projects, dissertations, and during practical exams.
Courses Covered Under IGNOU TEE December 2025
- All UG and PG courses (1st year, 2nd year, or re-registered).
- Diploma and PG Diploma programmes.
- Certificate and PG Certificate programmes.
- Semester-based programmes with valid registration.
Special Instructions
- Language Options: Students can write exams in the language chosen for their programme. They also have the option to write in Hindi (except for language subjects). For MBA 1st semester and DECE courses, exams can also be given in Odiya or Hindi.
- Jail Inmates: Students in jail will have their exams held inside the jail centre only.
- Overseas Students: Students living abroad should contact the International Division at IGNOU to submit their exam forms.
Step-by-Step Process to Submit IGNOU December 2025 Exam Form
Go to the Samarth Portal: https://ignou.samarth.edu.in.
- Login with your student account. If you are new, first create a registration.
- Select your Regional Centre and Exam Centre code carefully.
- Pick all the courses you want to appear for in one attempt.
- Check your eligibility (assignments submitted, registration valid, course valid).
- Pay the exam fees online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Download and keep a printout of the acknowledgement for future use.
Important: Do not wait for the last date. Server issues or payment failures may cause problems.
Refund of Excess/Failed Transactions
- Refunds will be sent to the same bank account from which the payment was made, but only after the bank checks and confirms it.
- If a student takes back the exam fee through a chargeback and still appears in the exam, their result will be cancelled.
Key Reminders for IGNOU December 2025 TEE
- Students must fill the exam form before 6th October 2025 to avoid extra charges.
Forms can still be submitted till 20th October 2025, but with a late fee of ₹1100.
The exams will begin from 1st December 2025. - While filling the form, make sure to create your ABC ID, as it is compulsory.
Select your exam centre carefully, because it cannot be changed later.
Also, submit all assignments on time before the exam. - Don’t forget to keep a copy of your exam form, acknowledgement slip, and hall ticket for future use.
Conclusion
The IGNOU December 2025 Term-End Exam (TEE) is very important for students of distance and online programmes. As the last date for filling the exam form is coming close, students should carefully follow the official rules, pay the fees on time, and avoid waiting till the last moment.
If you complete your registration, submit assignments, and fill the exam form correctly, you will be able to give the exams without any problems.
Keep checking the official IGNOU website (www.ignou.ac.in) for updates on hall tickets, exam centres, and results.