No, generally IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) does not accept assignments after the last date officially announced for each session. Assignments must be submitted before the due date mentioned in the official schedule to be eligible to appear in the Term-End Examination (TEE) for that particular session. However, there are a few important points to consider:

Grace Period by Study Centres (Sometimes)

Some IGNOU Study Centres may offer a short grace period (usually a few days) after the last date, especially if you have a genuine reason like illness or technical issues (for online submissions). This, however, is at the discretion of the Coordinator of your Study Centre.

Consequences of Late Submission

If you fail to submit your assignment on time:

• Your assignment marks will not be updated.
• You will not be eligible to appear for the TEE in that subject.
• You will have to re-submit the assignment in the next session, which means your graduation may be delayed.

Assignment Validity

Assignments are session-specific. For example:

• Assignments for January 2025 session are valid for June 2025 TEE.
• Assignments for July 2025 session are valid for December 2025 TEE.

If you miss the last date, you’ll need to prepare the next session’s assignments (which might have different questions).

Online Submission Portals Close Automatically

If you’re submitting online via Google Forms, Email, or a portal like https://assignment.ignou.ac.in/ – these forms and portals are often deactivated after the deadline.

What You Can Do If You Missed the Date?

If you’ve missed the assignment deadline:

• Visit your Study Centre immediately and request them to accept the assignment with a valid reason.
• Submit a written application along with any proof (e.g., medical certificate).
• If they don’t accept, prepare to submit your assignment in the next cycle.

Conclusion

It is strongly advised to submit your IGNOU assignments before the last date to avoid delays in appearing for exams or completing your degree. IGNOU does not officially allow late submissions, but in rare and exceptional cases, you might get a chance at the discretion of your Study Centre.