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The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced one-year master’s degree programs for graduates of four-year undergraduate programs (FYUP). The project provides an expedited postgraduate route in specified subjects and is consistent with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework.
According to a statement on IGNOU’s social media, the project offers nine one-year master’s programs.
List of 9 courses
The programmes announced by the university are:
M.A. Economics
M.A. Sociology
M.A. History
M.Com.
M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication
M.A. English
M.A. Hindi
M.A. Sanskrit
M.A. Urdu
The one-year postgraduate programmes are for candidates who have completed a four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP). The initiative provides eligible graduates with an accelerated pathway to postgraduate study while allowing them to pursue higher education in their chosen discipline.
IGNOU has been expanding its FYUP programs in accordance with the UGC’s Curriculum and Credit Framework and the goals of NEP 2020. The institution presently provides numerous undergraduate programs thru the FYUP system, including Bachelor of Arts programs in English, Sanskrit, and other areas.
Candidates interested in one-year master’s programs should double-check the program’s eligibility criteria, admission process, fee details, and availability before submitting an application.
Moreover, the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the re-registration date for the July 2026 term. The students have until August 16, 2026, to register. This applies to all qualified students enrolling in undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses delivered thru Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online formats.
Source: IE
