The IGNOU assignment submission last date 2026 for the December 2026 Term-End Examination (TEE) is 31 October 2026. IGNOU’s Student Evaluation Division announced the extension on 1 October 2026 for the ODL and Online programmes, including GOAL and EVBB. The notice covers both hard and soft copies, but does not specify which route applies to each learner. Cross-check with your Study Centre, Regional Centre or course page before submitting.
| Detail | Current information |
|---|---|
| Published submission last date | 31 October 2026 for the December 2026 TEE assignments |
| Notice date | 1 October 2026, issued by the Student Evaluation Division (SED) |
| Programmes covered | ODL and Online, including GOAL and EVBB |
| Copies covered | hard and soft |
| Wording to note | the extension is subject to the approval of the Competent Authority |
| Submission mode | the notice does not specify which learners should follow which route; it is determined by your assignment booklet, Study Centre or course page |
Official source: Read the SED assignment-extension notice dated 1 October 2026. You can also find it on IGNOU’s announcements page.
IGNOU Assignment Last Date December 2026: Deadlines to Know
The dates get confusing in this cycle, so we have placed each in its own row.
| Session or component | Current position | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| December 2026 TEE assignments (TMAs) | 31 October 2026, under the SED notice dated 1 October 2026 | Submit through your authorised route. Do not leave it for the last day. |
| June 2026 TEE assignments | Past examination session; its submission window has passed | Do not use a June-session date for your December 2026 assignments. |
| December 2026 project, dissertation or internship report | The 1 October assignment notice does not confirm a report deadline | Read your project guidelines and current Regional Centre notices. Do not assume 31 October applies. |
| Project, internship and practical course fee | 30 November 2026, under a separate SED notice dated 18 September 2026 | Pay through your Samarth login if eligible. This is a fee date, not the report submission date. |
| December 2026 examination form | Covered by a separate SED extension notice dated 30 September 2026 | Check the exam-form notice for its own dates. The assignment extension does not change them. |
What The December Extension Entails
Who It Covers
The learners of ODL and Online programmes, including GOAL and EVBB, appearing for the December 2026 TEE, get their assignment submission last date extended to 31 October 2026. It is linked to the examination and not the admission cycle. Read the notice.
What It Changes
It changes the last date for submitting the assignment, both in hard copy and soft copy, to 31 October 2026. If an older booklet or resource shows an earlier date, such as 30 September 2026, check whether the 1 October notice covers your programme and examination session. For covered learners, follow the revised deadline alongside your centre’s current submission instructions.
What It Does Not Change
It does not remove the requirement of the correct assignment paper and does not allow all learners to follow the same submission route. It does not cover your exam form, which follows a separate notice. Our IGNOU Samarth exam form guide mentions it in detail. Additionally, your project work has its own set of guidelines. Finally, note that the notice does not mention a date beyond 31 October 2026.
How To Find The Correct Assignment Paper
As your assignment is linked to the course, start with the codes. Open the current IGNOU assignment list, select your programme and note three things from the assignment paper: the programme code, the course code and the validity/session. Our page on current IGNOU assignment question papers can help you reach the relevant list, but the paper itself should be downloaded from the university’s website or your Study Centre.
Do not mix the admission cycle (January or July) with the examination session (June or December). Use the admission cycle to identify the applicable question paper, and match the deadline notice to your examination session. Also check your registration and programme rules. They often get mixed up, resulting in the wrong submission.
A longer submission window does not make an old paper valid. If your paper is from an earlier session, check whether its printed validity includes your current cycle. Ask your Study Centre if it is unclear before writing or submitting.
For help organising headings, examples and answer length, see our IGNOU assignment writing and presentation guide. Follow the booklet’s handwriting and format rules, keep course assignments separate and write answers in your own words.
Where to Submit: Offline, Online or Another Authorised Route
While the notice mentions hard and soft copies, it does not define the route for whom. Refer to your assignment booklet, Study Centre instructions or course page for the submission route for your programme.
| Submission route | When to use it | Proof to keep |
|---|---|---|
| Hard copy at your allotted Study Centre | When your booklet or Study Centre asks for physical submission | A dated receipt, plus a photocopy or clear scan of the complete assignment. |
| Soft copy or online upload | When your programme or responsible centre provides current upload instructions | The upload confirmation or dated screenshot, plus the exact file you uploaded. |
| Route in a Study Centre or Regional Centre notice | When a current official notice provides a collection schedule or other arrangement | A written acknowledgement, plus a saved copy of the notice. |
Avoid unofficial links: if a social media post or messaging group asks you to upload your assignment with a link that does not appear on the IGNOU website, your programme page or a notice from a Study Centre/Regional Centre, do not use it.
Step-by-Step: How to Submit Your Assignment
Open the assignment paper for your programme, and note the programme code, course code and validity.
Check the assignment paper’s validity separately from the deadline. For learners covered by the 1 October notice, the December 2026 TEE assignment submission date is 31 October 2026.
Ask your Study Centre or refer to your Regional Centre notices or course page to identify the submission route and time.
Write the assignment for each course as per your booklet’s instructions, including the arrangement for the question paper and answer sheets.
Fill in the front page for every course assignment carefully.
Submit well in advance through the mentioned route.
Collect the receipt/confirmation, and ensure it has your enrolment number, course codes and the submission date before keeping a copy.
Details On The Front Page Of The Assignment And Final Reminders
Your booklet or Study Centre may have asked you to fill in specific details on the front page. Fill them as instructed. Usually, it asks for your name, enrolment number, programme code, course code and Study Centre, but the fields may vary.
Before you submit or upload, ensure the following:
- The programme code and course code on the front page match the assignment paper
- Your enrolment number is correct on the front page
- Pages are complete and in the order mentioned in the booklet
- You have a photocopy or picture of the entire submission
- You have a receipt/upload confirmation with the submission date
- You have noted the submission route and the date of the notice you followed
For a course-by-course final check, use our assignment submission checklist.
Use the IGNOU Assignment Cover Page Generator to prepare a printable page. Check its fields against your booklet or centre’s prescribed format; it is an independent template, not an official IGNOU form.
How To Check IGNOU Assignment Status And Marks
Once submitted, your assignment is evaluated, and the marks need to be uploaded for you to see them. The IGNOU assignment status requires your enrolment number and programme code to show how far the processing has reached. Our guide on how to check IGNOU assignment status mentions the process in detail.
Keep two things in mind: your acknowledgement serves as a proof of submission, while the status only shows the evaluation and marks entry progress. Do not treat a fixed number of days quoted online as a guarantee. Ask your centre whether evaluation or marks transmission is still pending for your course.
If you see no entry or marks for your assignment, keep your acknowledgement ready, and contact the Study Centre where you submitted it. Provide your enrolment number, course codes and submission date. If it does not help, write to your Regional Centre. Our page on assignment status not updating mentions the issue in more detail. Do not submit your assignment again unless your Study Centre asks you to.
What Happens If You Miss The Deadline?
The 1 October 2026 notice does not mention a date beyond 31 October 2026, so do not plan your submission around another extension. If you miss the submission last date, contact your Study Centre or Regional Centre, preferably in writing through your centre’s official contact route, to ask three things: whether you can submit your assignment late, how it will affect your eligibility for the December 2026 TEE and when the next cycle begins for your programme. Ask if your assignment paper is valid for that cycle too. The response depends on your programme and any further notices, so no article can promise an answer.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | What to do instead |
|---|---|
| Using the wrong or an old assignment paper | Check the programme code, course code and printed validity. |
| Writing the wrong code on the front page | Recheck it against your registration and question paper. Ask your centre if you are unsure. |
| Using an unofficial submission route | Follow current instructions from your programme or responsible centre. |
| Not keeping the submission receipt | Retain acknowledgement so that a missing status entry can be followed up with evidence. |
| Confusing assignments, exam forms and project reports | Check the separate notices and instructions for each component. |
| Planning to submit on the last date | 31 October 2026 is a Saturday. Confirm your centre’s opening hours before visiting. |
My Final Recommendation
My recommendation is to submit your assignments before the last date and keep all the documents with you. You have received an extension, but the notice mentions the approval of the Competent Authority. Leaving everything for the last few days is a risky plan for any assignment.
As 31 October 2026 falls on a Saturday, ask your Study Centre if it will be open. If anything feels off, ask in writing and keep the response.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IGNOU assignment submission last date 2026 for December TEE?
It is 31 October 2026, as per the notice issued by the Student Evaluation Division on 1 October 2026. It covers the assignments for ODL and Online, including GOAL and EVBB, for the December 2026 TEE.
Has the December submission deadline been extended?
Yes, and the notice mentions it as a further extension. As per IGNOU’s Student Evaluation Division, the last date for assignment submission has been further extended to 31 October 2026, subject to the approval of the Competent Authority. There is no mention of any date beyond 31 October in the notice.
Who is eligible for the extension?
The learners of ODL and Online, including GOAL and EVBB, who are submitting assignment for the December 2026 TEE are eligible for the extension. The notice does not mention project/report or internship submissions.
Can I submit my assignment online?
The notice mentions both hard and soft copies, but it does not specify whom to follow which submission route. It is best to refer to your assignment booklet, Study Centre, Regional Centre or course page for the submission route. Avoid using any unofficial links.
Can I use an older assignment paper?
Do not assume that you can. Cross-check the validity printed on the paper with your course and programme code before writing or submitting.
Are assignment and project/report deadlines the same?
No, the notice only covers assignment submission. Project/report, dissertation and internship have separate guidelines and submission last date. The project fee payment has its own submission window, mentioned in a separate notice issued by the Student Evaluation Division on 18 September 2026. Your project guidelines should have the report submission last date.
What should I do if my assignment’s status has not been updated?
The marks can only appear after the assignment has been evaluated and uploaded to the system. A fixed number of days quoted online is not a guarantee for your course. Keep your submission receipt ready, contact your Study Centre with your enrolment number, course codes and submission date, and follow their instructions. If it does not resolve the issue, you can write to your Regional Centre.
What happens if I miss the assignment submission last date?
The notice does not mention any further extension beyond 31 October 2026, so do not plan on submitting your assignment after that date. If you miss the submission last date, contact your Study Centre or Regional Centre, preferably in writing through your centre’s official contact route, and ask if you can submit your assignment late, how it will impact your eligibility for the December 2026 TEE and when the next cycle begins for your programme. Ask if your assignment paper is valid for that cycle too. The response depends on your programme and any further notices, so no article can promise an answer.
Before You Submit
Your turn: open the assignment paper, cross-check the programme and course code, and ask your Study Centre about the submission route. Then, finish writing your assignment well in advance of the 31 October 2026 submission last date, and do not leave it for the last day. Remember to keep your submission receipt and note the date alongside your exam form last date.
Save the confirmed date in the Student Deadline Tracker and revisit it to check your countdown. Keep a separate reminder in your phone calendar if you need a notification.
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