IGNOU launches one-year master’s programs for FYUP graduates

IGNOU has introduced nine one-year master's programs for graduates who have completed a four-year undergraduate program (FYUP), offering an accelerated route to postgraduate education under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework.

The programs offered under the initiative 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 master's programs are open to candidates who have completed a four-year undergraduate degree. The initiative allows eligible graduates to pursue postgraduate studies in their respective disciplines through a shorter program structure.

IGNOU announced the programs through its social media channels as part of its efforts to expand academic offerings under the FYUP framework.

The university has been aligning its programs with the UGC's Curriculum and Credit Framework and NEP 2020. Its existing FYUP offerings include Bachelor of Arts programs in English, Sanskrit and other disciplines.

Candidates interested in these programs should check the specific eligibility requirements, admission procedure, fee structure and program availability before applying.

IGNOU has also extended the re-registration deadline for the July 2026 session to Aug 16, 2026.

The extension applies to eligible students enrolled in undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma and certificate programs through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) as well as online modes.