IGNOU M.Sc Physics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

IGNOU's M.Sc. in Physics (programme code: MSCPH), offered through the School of Sciences (SOS), is a 2-year postgraduate programme delivered via Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode. Structured across 4 semesters with a total of 64 credits, the programme covers core areas including Mathematical Methods, Classical Mechanics, Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetic Theory, Statistical Mechanics, Condensed Matter Physics, Optics, Computational Physics, Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Nuclear and Particle Physics. Elective courses in Materials Science, Reactor Physics, and Nanoscience are also offered. The total programme fee is Rs. 28,000 (Rs. 14,000 per year plus registration and development fees). There is no entrance exam; admission is based on eligibility. The programme is popular among Physics graduates seeking to pursue careers in teaching, research, and industry, as well as in-service personnel looking to upgrade their qualifications.

Admissions for the January 2026 session are currently open. The last date to apply is 31 March 2026. Applications are submitted online at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Key Points

Laboratory courses (MPHL-009: General Physics Laboratory and MPHL-010: Electronics Laboratory) are conducted over Semesters 1 and 2 and attendance is compulsory.
Computational Physics Laboratory (MPHL-015) in Semester 3 provides hands-on training in numerical methods and computer-aided investigations.
In Semester 3, students must choose ONE elective from Materials Science or Elements of Reactor Physics.
In Semester 4, students must choose TWO electives from Materials Science, Elements of Reactor Physics, and Nanoscience (without repeating the Semester 3 elective).
The programme is available in English medium only.
The university reserves the right to organise laboratory courses at a different LSC if required; students must attend wherever scheduled.

Distance Learning Study Centres

Since this programme is offered exclusively in ODL (Distance/Open) mode, students are allotted a Learner Support Centre (LSC) near their place of residence for attending compulsory laboratory sessions. Key study centres across India include:

Hyderabad: Nizam College
Shimla: Govt. Degree College Ghumarwin
Bhopal: Jiwaji University Gwalior; Motilal Vigyan Mahavidyalaya
Pune: Jalna Education Society's RG Bagdia Arts, SB Lakhotia Commerce and R Bezonij Science College Jalna; Vidya Pratishtan's School of Biotechnology Vidyanagari Pune
Bhubaneshwar: B.J.B. Autonomous College Bhubaneswar; Kendrapada College; S.C.S. Autonomous College Puri
Jaipur: Seth Gyaniram Bansidhar Podar College Nawalgarh
Chennai: DDGD Vaishnava College
Kolkata: Banwarilal Bhalotia College
Dehradun: D.A.V. PG College Dehradun
Ranchi: Jamshedpur Cooperative College
Nagpur: Institute of Science R.T. Road Civil Line Nagpur
Jorhat: D.K.D. College
Delhi: DPG Degree College (Naraina); Pt. J.L. Nehru Govt. College (South Delhi)
Noida: M.M.H. College Ghaziabad; M.M.P.G. College Modinagar; Meerut College
Trivandrum: Mar Ivanios College; Mar Ivanios Institute of Advanced Studies
Madurai: Thiyagarajar College
Darbhanga: Ganesh Dutt College
Varanasi: St. Andrews College Gorakhpur
Patna: Anugrah Narayan College; Gaya College
Vatakara: Sree Narayana College
Bijapur: J.S.S. College Vidyagiri Dharwad
Jodhpur: G.D. Memorial College; Mahila P.G. Mahavidyalaya; Shri Tagore P.G. College Kuchaman City
Angul: Government College Angul
Rairangpur: MPC Autonomous College Baripada

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IGNOU M.Sc Fees

The M.Sc. Physics programme at IGNOU is offered at Rs. 14,000 per year, totalling Rs. 28,000 for the complete 2-year programme. A one-time registration fee of Rs. 300 is payable at the time of first-year admission, along with applicable development fees. An examination fee of Rs. 200 per course is charged separately at the time of submitting the Term-End Examination (TEE) form. There are no hostel facilities associated with this ODL programme.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Programme Fee - Year 1	14,000
Programme Fee - Year 2	14,000
Registration Fee (one-time, at admission)	300
Examination Fee (per course, per TEE)	200
Total Programme Fee (excluding exam fee)	28,300

The registration fee of Rs. 300 is non-refundable.
Programme fee is paid year-wise: Year 1 at the time of admission, Year 2 during re-registration (February to March of the following year).
Late re-registration in Year 2 attracts an additional fee of Rs. 200 (permissible up to 20th April).
Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, except if admission is not offered by IGNOU.
No EMI or instalment facility is available; fees must be paid in full at the time of admission/re-registration.
Examination fee of Rs. 200 per course is payable separately at the time of submitting the TEE form.

IGNOU M.Sc Admission 2026

Admissions to IGNOU's M.Sc. Physics programme are conducted twice a year in January and July sessions. The January 2026 session is currently open. There is no entrance exam; admission is based purely on eligibility. The application process is entirely online through the IGNOU Samarth portal. Students are advised to apply well before the deadline to ensure timely allotment of a Learner Support Centre.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Admission Portal Opens (January 2026 Session)	17 December 2025
Last Date for Fresh Admission (January 2026)	31 March 2026
Re-registration / 2nd Year Admission - Last Date (without late fee)	28 February 2026
Re-registration / 2nd Year Admission - Last Date (with late fee of Rs. 200)	31 March 2026
Re-registration Extended Deadline	20 April 2026
Assignment Submission Deadline (for June 2026 TEE)	31 March 2026
Exam Form Submission - Last Date (without late fee, June 2026 TEE)	10 April 2026
Term-End Examination (TEE) - June 2026	June 2026
Expected Batch Commencement (January 2026 Session)	January 2026

Note: No entrance exam is required for this programme. Admission is based on eligibility criteria only.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Graduates with Major/Honours in Physics; OR
Graduates with a B.Sc. Degree (including IGNOU B.Sc. under CBCS) with Physics and Mathematics; OR
Graduates with a B.Sc. Degree of IGNOU or any recognized Open University with a minimum of 32 credits of Physics, and Mathematics as one of the subjects.

Admission Process

Visit the official IGNOU admission portal at ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in.
Click on New Registration and create login credentials using your name, mobile number, and email ID.
Log in and fill out the admission form with personal, programme, and educational details.
Upload required documents: qualifying degree certificate, passport-size photograph, and signature.
Pay the registration fee (Rs. 300) and Year 1 programme fee (Rs. 14,000) online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
After confirmation of admission, register on the Student Portal at ignou.samarth.edu.in.
Study materials will be dispatched within 6-8 weeks of the last date of admission.

IGNOU M.Sc Scholarships 2026

IGNOU facilitates scholarship support for students from reserved and economically weaker sections through Government of India schemes and state government welfare departments. Students are advised to apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or through their respective IGNOU Regional Centre.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit	How to Apply
SC/ST Scholarship (Govt. of India)	SC/ST students enrolled in IGNOU programmes	Fee reimbursement / financial support as per GoI norms	Apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or through IGNOU Regional Centre
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC	OBC students with family income below prescribed limit	As per GoI/state government norms	Apply via National Scholarship Portal
Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)	Physically handicapped students enrolled in IGNOU	Government of India scholarship; amount varies	Collect form from Directorate of Social Welfare; submit through IGNOU Regional Director
Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC (Delhi)	SC/ST/OBC students (Delhi-based)	Up to Rs. 24,000 per year	Apply by 31 May 2026 through Delhi government welfare department
Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme	Wards of ex-servicemen / defence personnel	As per scheme norms	Apply via Kendriya Sainik Board / NSP portal

SC/ST/PwD students must pay fees at the time of admission; reimbursement is processed subsequently.
Scholarship applications must be submitted within the deadlines specified by the respective state/central government schemes.
Students are advised to check the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for updated scheme details and deadlines.

IGNOU M.Sc FAQs

Ques. I have a B.Sc. with Physics and Mathematics but Physics was not my major. Am I eligible for IGNOU M.Sc. Physics?

Ans. Yes. The eligibility criteria include graduates with a B.Sc. Degree with Physics and Mathematics (not necessarily as major/honours). So a B.Sc. graduate with Physics and Mathematics as subjects is eligible to apply for MSCPH.

Ques. Are the laboratory sessions really compulsory? How are they managed in distance mode?

Ans. Yes, laboratory sessions are compulsory for this programme. IGNOU assigns you a Learner Support Centre (LSC) near your location where lab sessions are conducted. The General Physics and Electronics labs (MPHL-009 and MPHL-010) are spread across Semesters 1 and 2, while the Computational Physics lab (MPHL-015) is in Semester 3. The university may also assign you to a different LSC for labs if required.

Ques. What elective courses are available in M.Sc. Physics at IGNOU?

Ans. Three elective courses are available: Materials Science (MPHE-025), Elements of Reactor Physics (MPHE-026), and Nanoscience (MPHE-027). In Semester 3, you must choose one elective, and in Semester 4, you must choose two different electives (you cannot repeat the Semester 3 elective). This allows you to specialise in areas like nanoscience or nuclear physics.

Ques. Is the M.Sc. Physics degree from IGNOU valid for UGC-NET and teaching positions?

Ans. Yes. The MSCPH degree from IGNOU is recognized by UGC and AIU and is equivalent to a corresponding degree from any recognized university. Graduates are eligible to appear for UGC-NET in Physics and can apply for teaching positions in colleges and universities, subject to meeting the NET/SET qualification requirements.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after M.Sc. Physics from IGNOU?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in teaching (school/college/university), research (CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, BARC, national labs), and industry (semiconductor, optics, defence, energy sectors). The programme also prepares students for competitive exams like GATE (Physics), JEST, and CSIR-NET for research fellowships and PhD admissions.

Ques. Can I pursue a Ph.D. after completing M.Sc. Physics from IGNOU?

Ans. Yes. The M.Sc. Physics degree from IGNOU is recognized by UGC and AIU, making graduates eligible to apply for Ph.D. programmes at universities across India. Graduates can also appear for CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, and JEST to qualify for research fellowships and Ph.D. admissions at IITs, IISc, and other premier institutions.

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How are the practicals conducted for IGNOU MSc Physics course?

Sumana SenMSc from IGNOU (2022)

The lab classes for MSc at IGNOU, like the General Physics lab, and Electronic lab sessions are conducted in the respective study centres or Learner Support Centres (LSCs).

The schedule is prepared by the study centres, so I will suggest you to contact the regional centre for details.

Can I apply for an MSc in physics through a distance learning course from IGNOU after completing a BE in electronics?

Shruti JaiswalMCA from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) (Graduated 2017)

IGNOU offers an Integrated MSc in Physics, so you can pursue an Integrated MSc in Physics through IGNOU.

Minimum Duration: 2 Years for an Integrated MSc in Physics

Maximum Time: 3 Years

Rs. 14,000 for the course

Age Restrictions: The minimum age is 24 years.

There is no upper age limit.

Eligibility: To be eligible, the candidate must have a BSc in Mathematics/Physics.

BE/BTech in Applied Physics/Radio Physics and Electronics/Computer Science Engg./Electronics Engg. Mechanical Engg, Instrumentation Engineering/Photonics/Applied Opto-electronics are also required.

It is an Integrated MSc-PhD Programme in Physics and Astrophysics, which has been launched in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bangalore.

After completing their MSc, students are given a stipend following DST guidelines.

It is intended to provide students with a research orientation beginning at the post-baccalaureate level.
The following broad research areas are being considered: the Sun and Solar System, Stellar Physics, Extragalactic Astronomy, Theoretical Astrophysics and related areas of Physics, and Instrumentation.
A written test is used to select candidates, who are then interviewed.
The session starts in July.
The Program is delivered in both residential and face-to-face settings. The Indian Institute of Astrophysics offers an excellent hostel facility at a very low cost.
Every student receives a book allowance of Rs 5000/- per year.
Every student is assigned a mentor, who is a senior scientist.
There will be a lateral exit option after my MSc.
Those who receive at least 60% on their MSc exams will be eligible to pursue a Ph.D.
The MSc program consists of 17 required courses and 2 electives. These classes are spread out over four semesters.