IGNOU has opened a separate portal to collect the IGNOU practical project fee for the December 2026 Term-End Examination (TEE). Until now, students could pay only their theory exam fee on the exam form page. The Student Portal now shows two options, Exam Form 2026 December Theory and Exam Form 2026 Term End Examination Practical Project, for learners in both ODL (Open and Distance Learning) and Online programmes. The Student Evaluation Division (SED) has issued the notification, and the last date to pay practical, project and internship fees is 30 November 2026.
IGNOU will not accept any fee after 30 November 2026, and the payment receipt is mandatory at the exam centre. That makes this a step you cannot leave for the last week. It is easy to assume one exam form covers everything, but the portal now treats theory and practical/project payments separately. This guide explains the fee slab for each admission batch, the deadline, the exact steps to pay online and what to keep safe after payment so you are not stuck at the exam centre.
IGNOU Exam Form Big Change Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) |
| Exam Session | December 2026 Term-End Examination (TEE) |
| Update | Separate fee portal for practicals, projects and internships |
| Applicable To | ODL and Online mode students |
| Fee Range | ₹200 to ₹500 per subject, depending on admission batch and credits |
| Last Date (Practical/Project/Internship Fee) | 30 November 2026 |
| Notification Issued By | Student Evaluation Division (SED), IGNOU |
| Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
| Latest Status | Practical/Project fee option live on the Student Portal |
Latest Update: What Changed on the IGNOU Portal
Earlier, the exam form page collected only the theory exam fee. Practical and project fees had no dedicated window.
Now the Student Portal offers two distinct options:
- Exam Form 2026 December Theory
- Exam Form 2026 Term End Examination Practical Project
Both ODL and Online learners can use the new option. The portal checks your programme’s eligibility before you can proceed.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to pay practical, project and internship fee | 30 November 2026 |
IGNOU’s website confirms this deadline and states that no fee will be accepted after the stipulated deadline.
The theory form runs on a different clock. Third-party reports say:
- The theory exam form opened on 10 September, and students must submit it by 30 September without a late fee.
- A late-fee window of ₹1,100 runs until 15 October 2026.
- The December TEE runs from 25 November to 13 January.
Important Note: The theory form’s no-late-fee date (30 September) arrives well before the 30 November practical/project deadline. Do not treat them as one deadline. The TEE also begins on 25 November, five days before the fee window closes, so pay early. Confirm the theory dates on ignou.ac.in before you rely on them.
Also Check: IGNOU June 2026 TEE Result Out: Direct Link
IGNOU Practical Project Fee Structure
IGNOU charges ₹200 per practical or lab subject for students admitted up to December 2022. Students admitted from January 2023 pay ₹300 for 2 to 4 credits and ₹500 for above 4 credits, for both practical and project/internship courses.
| Admission Batch | Course Type | Credits | Fee per Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to December 2022 | Practical / Lab | Not specified | ₹200 |
| January 2023 onwards | Practical | 2 to 4 | ₹300 |
| January 2023 onwards | Practical | Above 4 (e.g. 6 or 8) | ₹500 |
| January 2023 onwards | Project / Internship | 2 to 4 | ₹300 |
| January 2023 onwards | Project / Internship | Above 4 (e.g. 6 or 8) | ₹500 |
How to read the table:
- Find your admission batch first. Then match your course type and credit value.
- The fee applies per subject, so multiple practical or project courses add up.
- Example 1: You joined in July 2022 and have one lab course. You pay ₹200.
- Example 2: You joined in January 2024 and have one 4-credit practical and one 6-credit project. You pay ₹300 + ₹500 = ₹800.
How to Pay the IGNOU Practical and Project Fee (Step-by-Step)
- Log in to the IGNOU Student Portal.
- Select the practical/project option: Exam Form 2026 Term End Examination Practical Project.
- Check your programme’s eligibility on the screen.
- Read and accept the declaration.
- Click Proceed to Fill Online Examination Form.
- Complete the online payment for the applicable fee.
- Save the payment receipt or acknowledgement slip.
What to Do After Payment
The receipt is your proof of payment. IGNOU makes it mandatory to show the payment receipt or acknowledgement slip at the exam centre during practical exams or project submission.
Keep a printed copy and a digital copy. A phone screenshot alone is a risky backup if your battery dies on exam day.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Paying only the theory fee. The practical/project fee is a separate option on the portal.
- Picking the wrong fee row. Your admission batch decides the slab. Check the month and year you joined.
- Ignoring credits. A 6-credit project costs ₹500, not ₹300.
- Waiting for the last day. IGNOU accepts no fee after 30 November 2026.
- Losing the receipt. You need it at the exam centre.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| IGNOU Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
| Page carrying the 30 November 2026 deadline | ignou.ac.in/pages/6 |
| Student Portal and SED notification | Available through the official website |
Conclusion
IGNOU now lets you pay practical, project and internship fees through a separate Student Portal option, with 30 November 2026 as the last date. Fees run from ₹200 to ₹500 per subject, depending on your admission batch and course credits. The receipt is mandatory at the exam centre, so save it safely. Visit ignou.ac.in, log in to the Student Portal and complete your payment this week instead of on deadline day. A few minutes now can save you a much bigger problem later.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How much is the IGNOU practical project fee for December 2026?
The IGNOU practical project fee depends on your admission batch and course credits. Students admitted up to December 2022 pay ₹200 per practical or lab subject. Those admitted from January 2023 pay ₹300 for 2 to 4 credits and ₹500 for above 4 credits.
Q2. What is the last date to pay IGNOU practical, project and internship fees?
The last date is 30 November 2026. IGNOU accepts no fee after the deadline, so pay well before that day.
Q3. Can I pay my theory and practical fees together?
IGNOU’s Student Portal lists two separate options, one for theory and one for practical/project. Complete each one on its own. Check your programme’s eligibility on the portal before you proceed.
Q4. Can ODL and Online students both pay the IGNOU practical project fee?
Yes, the facility covers both ODL and Online learners. Whether you owe a fee depends on whether your programme has a practical, project or internship component. The portal checks eligibility before you proceed.
Q5. Do I need to show the payment receipt at the exam centre?
Yes. IGNOU makes the payment receipt or acknowledgement slip mandatory at the exam centre, during practical exams or project submission. Keep both a printed and a digital copy.