IGNOU OAMS & OPMS 2026: Online Assignment and Project Submission - Complete Guide

IGNOU has launched two new online portals for the December 2026 Term-End Examination (TEE): the Online Assignment Management System (OAMS) for assignment submission and the Online Project Management System (OPMS) for project, dissertation, internship and practicum submission. Both portals run through your IGNOU Samarth student account and replace the old email and hard-copy submission routes. This guide explains who must use them, the exact deadlines, the step-by-step process, file format rules, fees, and the mistakes that get submissions rejected.

What Is OAMS (Online Assignment Management System)?

OAMS is IGNOU's new digital platform for submitting course-wise assignments for the December 2026 TEE. Launched on 28 October 2026, it is available to students enrolled in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and online programmes. Through OAMS you get instant online acknowledgement, an email acknowledgement, and the ability to track your assignment evaluation status from your Samarth account.

OAMS Deadline for December 2026 TEE

The last date for digital assignment submission through OAMS is 20 November 2026. Assignments submitted by email to any regional centre or university office will not be accepted, and hard copies already submitted do not need to be re-uploaded.

Who Must Submit Through OAMS?

• Students enrolled in ODL and online programmes for the December 2026 TEE.
• Students whose assignments are still pending for courses they have not yet passed.
• Students who have not already submitted a hard copy of their assignment for December 2026 TEE.

Students who have already passed a particular course do not need to submit its assignment again. Students who already submitted hard copies for the December 2026 TEE are exempt from online upload.

OAMS Submission Guidelines

• Handwrite your assignment answers on paper, then scan them.
• Upload one single PDF per course. Each PDF must not exceed 20 MB.
• The first page must clearly show: student name, enrolment number, study centre code, course code, regional centre code, regional centre name, and email address.
• Map the assignment correctly to the relevant programme, course, and examination session before uploading.
• Assignments sent by email are not accepted.

How to Submit Assignments on OAMS - Step by Step

1. Log in to your IGNOU Samarth student account.
2. Open the OAMS (Online Assignment Management System) link from your dashboard.
3. Select the programme, course, and December 2026 TEE session.
4. Upload the single scanned PDF (max 20 MB) for that course.
5. Verify the first-page details and course mapping, then submit.
6. Save the online acknowledgement and the email acknowledgement you receive.
7. Track evaluation status later from the same Samarth account.

What Is OPMS (Online Project Management System)?

OPMS is IGNOU's new portal for submitting project reports, dissertations, internship reports, fieldwork reports, and practicum work for the December 2026 TEE. Launched on 19 October 2026, it is available to ODL and online programme students whose courses include a project component. OPMS is accessed through the same IGNOU Samarth account.

OPMS Deadline for December 2026 TEE

The final deadline for submitting project reports and the associated evaluation fee through OPMS is 30 November 2026. No fees are accepted after this date and incomplete submissions are removed from the portal after the deadline.

Who Must Submit Through OPMS?

• Students in programmes with a project, dissertation, internship, fieldwork, or practicum course (for example BCA/MCA project, MBA project, MEG dissertation, MSW project, MCom project).
• Students who have not already submitted a hard copy of their report to their Regional Centre or the Student Evaluation Division (SED).

Students who already submitted hard copies to their Regional Centre or SED do not need to re-upload through OPMS. Reports sent by email are not accepted.

OPMS Submission Guidelines

• Get your Proposal Proforma, Synopsis, and Project Guide bio-data approved in original before submission.
• Obtain your Guide or Supervisor's approval in the prescribed proforma.
• Prepare an originality certificate signed by both you and the Project Guide with the date, where applicable.
• Scan the entire project report into a single PDF per course. Pages must be clear, well-lit, in correct sequence, and with consistent orientation.
• The first page of the PDF must contain: Title of the Project Report, Name of the Learner, Programme Code, Enrolment Number, Regional Centre Code, Course Code(s), Mobile Number, and E-mail ID.
• Pay the project evaluation fee through your Samarth account before the deadline.
• Submit a copy of the fee receipt with the project report. Failure to pay the fee with the TEE form means the report is not evaluated.

Project Evaluation Fees

The fee must be paid along with the Term-End Examination form. The last date for fee submission is also 30 November 2026, with no fees accepted after that date. Viva-voce for project and internship reports is conducted by concerned faculty at the Regional Centres under specific guidelines.

How to Submit a Project on OPMS - Step by Step

1. Complete the project and get Guide/Supervisor approval in the prescribed proforma.
2. Prepare the Proposal Proforma, Synopsis, and Guide bio-data (approved in original) plus the originality certificate.
3. Log in to your IGNOU Samarth student account and open OPMS.
4. Scan the entire report into a single PDF per course with a complete first page.
5. Pay the project evaluation fee (Rs. 300 or Rs. 500) through Samarth before 30 November 2026.
6. Upload the PDF and the fee receipt, then submit.
7. Save the acknowledgement. Incomplete submissions are removed after the deadline.

Common Mistakes That Get Submissions Rejected

• Uploading multiple files instead of a single PDF per course.
• Exceeding the 20 MB size limit for assignment PDFs.
• Missing first-page details (name, enrolment number, course code, regional centre, email).
• Wrong course or session mapping during upload.
• Submitting by email (not accepted for either portal).
• Not paying the project evaluation fee along with the TEE form.
• Uploading unclear, rotated, or out-of-sequence scanned pages for projects.
• Re-submitting assignments or projects that were already passed or already submitted in hard copy.

OAMS vs OPMS - Quick Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OAMS in IGNOU?

OAMS (Online Assignment Management System) is IGNOU's portal for submitting course-wise assignments digitally for the December 2026 TEE. Eligible ODL and online students submit handwritten, scanned assignments as a single PDF per course through their Samarth account by 20 November 2026.

What is OPMS in IGNOU?

OPMS (Online Project Management System) is IGNOU's portal for submitting project reports, dissertations, internship, fieldwork, and practicum reports for the December 2026 TEE. Students submit a single scanned PDF per course through Samarth by 30 November 2026, along with the project evaluation fee.

What is the last date for IGNOU online assignment submission 2026?

The last date for digital assignment submission through OAMS for the December 2026 TEE is 20 November 2026.

What is the last date for IGNOU project submission 2026?

The last date for project report submission through OPMS for the December 2026 TEE is 30 November 2026, including the project evaluation fee.

Can I submit IGNOU assignments by email?

No. Assignments sent by email to any regional centre or university office will not be accepted. Only submissions through the OAMS portal are valid for the December 2026 TEE.

Do I need to re-submit if I already submitted a hard copy?

No. Students who already submitted hard copies of assignments or project reports to their Regional Centre or the Student Evaluation Division do not need to re-upload them online.

What is the project submission fee in IGNOU?

The project evaluation fee is Rs. 300 for project work up to 4 credits and Rs. 500 for project work above 4 credits. It must be paid through Samarth along with the TEE form by 30 November 2026.

What file size is allowed for IGNOU assignment upload?

Each assignment PDF must not exceed 20 MB. The entire assignment for one course must be a single PDF with the required first-page details.

How to Find OAMS and OPMS in Your Samarth Account

Both portals are accessed through your IGNOU Samarth student login. There is no separate public URL. Follow these steps to locate them:

1. Visit ignou.samarth.edu.in and log in with your enrolment number and password.
2. On your dashboard, look for the OAMS or OPMS link (usually under Student Services or Examination).
3. If you do not see the link, ensure your enrolment is active for the December 2026 TEE and that your programme requires a project or has pending assignments.
4. Open the portal, select your programme and course, and follow the on-screen upload steps.

If the portal does not appear, contact your Regional Centre or check the IGNOU notifications page for the latest OAMS/OPMS activation notice.

Eligibility - Who Can Use OAMS and OPMS?

OAMS Eligibility

• Students enrolled in ODL and online programmes for the December 2026 TEE.
• Students with at least one pending (not-yet-passed) course assignment.
• Students who have not already submitted a hard copy for the December 2026 TEE.

OPMS Eligibility

• Students whose programme includes a project, dissertation, internship, fieldwork, or practicum course.
• Students who have not already submitted a hard copy to their Regional Centre or SED.
• Students whose course registration is valid and not time-barred.

What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?

• OAMS (20 November 2026): Assignments not submitted online or by hard copy before the deadline may not be evaluated for the December 2026 TEE, which can delay your result or force you to re-register for the course.
• OPMS (30 November 2026): Incomplete or late submissions are removed from the portal after the deadline and are not considered for evaluation. The project evaluation fee is also not accepted after 30 November 2026.
• IGNOU sometimes extends deadlines, but relying on extensions is risky. Always aim for the primary dates.

Documents Checklist Before You Start

For OAMS

• Handwritten assignment answers scanned as a single PDF per course.
• First page with name, enrolment number, study centre code, course code, regional centre code and name, and email.
• PDF size under 20 MB.

For OPMS

• Complete project report or dissertation scanned as a single PDF per course.
• Approved Proposal Proforma, Synopsis, and Project Guide bio-data.
• Originality certificate signed by student and guide with date.
• Guide or Supervisor approval in the prescribed proforma.
• Project evaluation fee receipt (Rs. 300 or Rs. 500).
• Internship, fieldwork, or practicum documents where applicable.

How to Check Your Submission Status

After submitting, you can track your assignment evaluation status through your Samarth student account. For project reports, viva-voce is conducted by concerned faculty at your Regional Centre under specific guidelines. Keep your acknowledgement and fee receipt safe for reference.

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