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Why IGNOU rejects assignments — and how to fix it

Getting "assignment not accepted" at your IGNOU study centre is common but avoidable. Here are the exact reasons study centres reject assignments and what to do about each one.

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Handwritten work still sits on the assignment cover. The typed PDF is only the identifier. Photo by Aaron Burden / Unsplash

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Reasons IGNOU rejects assignments

Study centres reject assignments for specific, fixable reasons. Knowing them helps you avoid the same mistake next time.

  • Wrong or missing enrolment number on the front page
  • Course code does not match the assignment question paper
  • Wrong session written on the cover page
  • Submitted at the wrong study centre
  • Front page is missing required fields (name, mobile, email)
  • Multiple courses stapled behind one cover page
  • Scanned PDF is over 10 MB (online submission)
  • Submission after the last date
  • No stamped receipt from the centre counter
  • Handwriting is illegible or answers are not in your own words

What to do when your assignment is rejected

  1. Step 1: Ask for the reason

    The study centre should tell you why the assignment was rejected. Ask the coordinator to note it on your receipt.

  2. Step 2: Fix the issue

    If it is a front page error, regenerate it using the front page generator. If it is a wrong course code, download the correct question paper.

  3. Step 3: Resubmit before the last date

    You can resubmit the corrected assignment before the submission deadline. Make sure you get a new stamped receipt.

  4. Step 4: Use the scanner tool

    If the rejection was due to file size, use the handwritten scanner tool to compress your PDF under 10 MB.

How to prevent assignment rejection

  • Use the front page generator — it fills every field correctly
  • Double-check the course code against the question paper before submitting
  • Write the session exactly as printed on the question paper (January 2026 or July 2026)
  • Submit at your allotted study centre only
  • One course per PDF, one front page per course
  • Scan at 150-200 DPI and use the scanner tool to keep the file under 10 MB
  • Keep the stamped receipt — it is your proof of submission

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if my IGNOU assignment is rejected?
Ask the study centre coordinator for the reason, fix the issue, and resubmit before the last date. Get a new stamped receipt for the resubmission.
Can I resubmit a rejected IGNOU assignment?
Yes, as long as you resubmit before the assignment submission deadline for that session. Fix the issue that caused the rejection and get a new receipt.
Does a rejected assignment affect my eligibility for exams?
Yes. If you do not submit an acceptable assignment before the last date, you may be ineligible to sit the term-end exam for that course. Resubmit immediately.
How do I know if my assignment was accepted or rejected?
The study centre coordinator will tell you at the time of submission. You can also check your assignment status on the IGNOU portal or wait for your assignment marks to appear on the grade card.

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