For eligibility, one needs a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years. For general category candidates, one needs a minimum of 50% marks. For reserved category candidates, a minimum of 45% marks is required.

IGNOU has invited interested and eligible candidates to apply by submitting applications within a specified time period for the January 2026 session. Information about the MBA course can be found on the official IGNOU portal.

The IGNOU MBA program is approved by AICTE. This program is formulated to match ever-changing needs in the business management sector. The IGNOU MBA program deals with theoretical and practical knowledge of management. This program is ideal for fresh graduates and working professionals looking to enhance their knowledge and progress in their professional careers.

IGNOU announced that the course curriculum for MBA covers a broad range of topics that are pertinent to management. These include finance, marketing, human resource management, operations, supply chain management, etc. Additionally, the course includes modern industry practices, which are necessary for a student who wants to learn real-life business environments. The study materials have also been made relevant with the latest developments in the business sector.

One of the most important aspects of the IGNOU MBA program is its flexible learning strategy. Since it is an Open and Distance Learning Program, the student is able to learn at their own pace. Therefore, such a flexible program is suitable even for working professionals and entrepreneurs who are not able to attend such regular classes. Another point that was highlighted by IGNOU is that its fee structure is quite feasible.

The IGNOU MBA degree is available in India through regional and study centres. It is also available in some foreign countries. The medium of instruction in the IGNOU MBA degree course is English, Hindi and Odia.

The MBA program at the university has a two-year duration. The program can be completed as a full degree under the School of Management Studies. IGNOU offers various specialisations in MBA courses. The specialisations are in Business Administration, Agribusiness Management, Construction Management, Financial Management, Health Care and Hospital Management, Human Resource Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Marketing Management and Operations Management.