IGNOU School of Agriculture (SOA) Admission 2024: The University will start admission for the academic July session on 15 May 2024. Registration procedure has been closed for all courses under the IGNOU School of Agriculture (SOA) for the January 2024 academic calendar. The last date for IGNOU SOA admission was 31 March 2024 except for Certificate & Semester based courses. All courses have differentiation based on fees, duration, and eligibility. Students can fill out the admission form at @ignou.ac.in.
School of Agriculture provides Undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and PG diploma programs by IGNOU University. Students can also opt Certificate in Agriculture as per their qualification criteria. They conduct admission in twice a year: January and July for all courses. Students who wish to enroll for UG/PG/Diploma/Certificate courses can apply online through the IGNOU Samarth portal.
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Indira Gandhi National Open University, SOA, was founded in 2005. It developed strategies to help the agricultural sector grow and thrive.
IGNOU School of Agriculture Highlights
School Name | IGNOU School of Agriculture |
Short Name | IGNOU SOA |
Location | New Delhi |
Phone | +91–011-29533167 |
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Pin Code | 110068 |
Fax |
+91-011-29533167 |
IGNOU Courses Fees |
3800 (Aproxx) |
Website | www.ignou.ac.in/ignou/aboutignou/school/soa/ |
Offered Courses | PGDFSQM, PGCAP, DDT, DVAPFV, DWM, DMT, CIS, CWHM, CPF, CIB, COF |
IGNOU School of Agriculture Admission 2024
IGNOU School of Agriculture provides courses for people who are invested in agriculture. For those who want to further their studies in the field of agriculture, the applications for IGNOU SOA programmes for the July session 2024 are now open. The last date for the IGNOU School of Agriculture Diploma & Non-semester course is 31 June 2024*. All the courses of the university except for Ph.D., BED, and MPhil, provide admissions directly without any entrance exam.
SOA provides a wide range of programs that are current, relevant to the present day, and covered by diverse areas of study. A unique design makes it suitable for graduates, postgraduates, and working professionals. Admission to the program will be based on the marks obtained in the previous qualification. The School of Agriculture at IGNOU offers two sessions Per year in January and July, respectively.
The Portal for Online Submission of examination forms for the June 2024 Term End Examination has been opened at IGNOU SOA. The University has released the IGNOU datasheet 2024 for the June TEE and the exam dates are 01 June 2024 to 06 July 2024. Students who want to take the exam must fill out the IGNOU exam form before 25 May with late fee Rs.1100.
IGNOU SOA admission Important Dates
Event | Date |
IGNOU SOA admission Start Date | 15 May 2024* |
IGNOU SOA admission Last Date | 30 June 2024* |
IGNOU SOA Re-registration Last Date | 30 June 2024* |
IGNOU SOA Exam Form Submission Last Date | 25 May 2024 |
IGNOU SOA Assignment Submission Last Date | 30 April 2024 |
IGNOU Agriculture Courses
Students can pursue IGNOU Agriculture Courses through Distance, Regular and Online. IGNOU Schools of Agriculture have the responsibility to conduct these courses MSCFSQM, PGDFSQM, PGDAB, DDT, DVAPFV, PGCAP, DWM, CIS, DMT, CWHM, CIB, CPF, COF, PHDDR and APDF.
- Ph.D. in Dairy Science and Technology (PHDDR)
PG Degree
- M.Sc. Food Safety & Quality Management (MSCFSQM)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management
- Post Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness
- Post Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Policy
- Diploma in Horticulture (DHORT)
- Diploma in Dairy Technology (DDT)
- Diploma in Value-Added Products from Fruits and Vegetables (DVAPFV)
- Diploma in Watershed Management (DWM)
- Diploma in Meat Technology (DMT)
- Certificate in Sericulture (CIS)
- Certificate in Water Harvesting and Management (CWHM)
- Certificate in Poultry Farming (CPF)
- Certificate in Bee Keeping (CIB)
- Certificate in Organic Farming (COF)
- Awareness Programme on Dairy Farming (APDF)
IGNOU SOA Admission Process 2024
- To apply at IGNOU SOA, students have to the official website
- On the website, click on the option “available programs” on the home page, choose the desired course, and then read all course details.
- Candidates need to download the Common Prospectus.
- Click on the “Register Yourself” button.
- Enter all details required; after entering all details, check it properly, then click on the “Submit” button.
- On the candidate’s registered mail ID & contact number, User ID and password were sent.
- If candidates have already registered, they use their user ID and password, then click on the “Submit” button.
- Attach all required documents; candidates can pay the fee through credit card, Debit card, ATM card, or Internet banking after completing the process.
Required Documents
- Photograph Scanned photocopy (less than 100 KB)
- Age Proof Scanned copy
- Signature Scanned (less than 100 KB)
- Scanned copy of relevant Educational Qualification (less than 100 KB)
- Scanned Copy of BPL Certificate, if Below Poverty Line (less than 100 KB)
- Scanned Copy of Category Certificate, if SC/ST/OBC (less than 100 KB)
- Scanned Copy of Experience Certificate (if any) (less than 100 KB)
IGNOU SOA Main Objective
- Through ODL, agricultural and allied human resource development is to be strengthened.
- Providing marginalized and disadvantaged groups with equitable quality agriculture education.
- Enhancing entrepreneurial skills, knowledge, and capabilities to maintain livelihood security.
- Distance education in agriculture can be improved through the use of ICTs.
- Developing technology transfer and adoption strategies in emerging areas.
- In the area of agriculture production and management systems, ODL plans and conducts research and training in North Eastern regions.
- A repository of agricultural educational resources will be developed and maintained.
IGNOU School of Agriculture Programmes
Master Degree programme |
Master of Science in Food Safety and Quality Management (MSCFSQM) |
PG and Advanced Diploma |
Post Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness (PGDAB) |
Post-Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management (PGDFSQM) |
PG and Advance Certificate |
Post-Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Policy (PGCAP) |
Diploma Course |
Diploma in Horticulture (DHORT) |
Diploma in Dairy Technology (DDT) |
Diploma in Value-Added Products from Fruits and Vegetables (DVAPFV) |
Diploma in Watershed Management (DWM) |
Diploma in Meat Technology (DMT) |
Certificate Course |
Certificate in Sericulture (CIS) |
Certificate in Water Harvesting and Management (CWHM) |
Certificate in Poultry Farming (CPF) |
Certificate in Bee Keeping (CIB) |
Certificate in Organic Farming (COF) |
Non-Credit Programmes |
Awareness Programme on Dairy Farming (APDF) |
IGNOU School of Agriculture Eligiblity & Fee Structure
Course Name | Eligibility | Fee(Aproxx) |
PG and Advanced Diploma | ||
Post-Graduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management (PGDFSQM) | – | Rs. 14,400 |
PG and Advance Certificate | ||
Post-Graduate Certificate in Agriculture Policy (PGCAP) | Graduation in any discipline | Rs. 3,600 |
Diploma | ||
Diploma in Watershed Management (DWM) | 10+2 Senior secondary passouts | Rs. 12,000 |
Diploma in Value-added Products from Cereals, Pulses, and Oilseeds (DPVCPO) | 10+2 Senior secondary passouts | Rs. 13,200 |
Diploma in Value-Added Products from Fruits and Vegetables (DVAPFV) | 10+2 Senior secondary passouts | Rs. 14,400 |
Diploma in Meat Technology (DMT) | 10+2 Senior secondary passouts | Rs. 14,400 |
Diploma in Fish Products Technology (DFPT) | 10+2 Senior secondary passouts | Rs. 10,800 |
Diploma in Dairy Technology (DDT) | 10+2 Senior secondary passouts | Rs. 14,400 |
Certificate | ||
Certificate in Water Harvesting and Management (CWHM) | 10th pass | Rs. 2,400 |
Certificate in Sericulture (CIS) | 10th pass | Rs. 4,200 |
Certificate in Poultry Farming (CPF) | 8th pass | Rs. 3,600 |
Certificate in Organic Farming (COF) | 12th pass | Rs. 4,800 |
Certificate in Bee Keeping (CIB) | 8th pass | Rs. 1,400 |
IGNOU School of Agriculture Faculty Members
- Dr. Praveen Kumar Jain | Director
- Prof. Shailendra Kumar Yadav | Professor
- Dr. Mita Sinhamahapatra | Associate Professor
- Dr. P Vijayakumar | Associate Professor
- Dr. Mukesh Kumar | Assistant Professor
Frequently Asked Questions?
Question 1: Is there BSc in Agriculture at IGNOU SOA?
Answer: However, SOA is offering MSc agriculture, diploma, and certificate courses in agriculture.
Ques 1: What is the mode of education in Ignou?
Ans: IGNOU offers a variety of courses in multiple modes with two sessions in January & July. There are two modes available Distance and online mode, and candidates can choose their study according to their comfort.
IGNOU SOA Contact Details:
- Address: School of Agriculture, G Block, Zakir Hussain Bhawan, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068 India
- Phone: 91-011-29533167
- Fax: 91-011-29533167
- Email: soa@ignou.ac.in
- Source: Official Website