The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced the online registration for the PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology (PGDRPC), July 2026 session, through the Samarth Higher Education Admission Portal (ignoupgdrpc.samarth.edu.in). Offered by the Discipline of Psychology, School of Social Sciences (SOSS), the programme is designed to prepare professionals with strong theoretical foundations and practical expertise in Rehabilitation Psychology, focusing on assessment, intervention, and lifelong support for persons with disabilities. The last date to apply is March 5, 2026.
About the PGDRPC Programme
The PGDRPC aims to create trained rehabilitation psychologists aligned with Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) Norms & Regulations, 2017. The course addresses disability assessment, intervention strategies, counselling, and inclusive support systems across different life stages.
Eligibility Criteria (As per RCI Norms, 2017)
Candidates must have any one of the following qualifications from a UGC-recognised university:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Regular Mode) with General Psychology as a subject in all three years
- Master’s Degree in any branch of Psychology (Regular or Distance Mode)
- Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology (Regular or Distance Mode)
Minimum Marks Required:
- General Category: 55% aggregate
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL: 50% aggregate
No weightage will be given for prior experience, training, or service. In case of a tie in entrance test scores, the older candidate (earlier Date of Birth) will rank higher in the merit list.
IGNOU PGDRPC 2026 Fees
- Entrance Exam Fee: ₹1,000
- Programme Fee: ₹22,000
How to Apply
Prospective candidates must register through the official portal: ignoupgdrpc.samarth.edu.in
Steps include:
- Select ‘New Registration’
- Create a user profile
- Fill out the application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the entrance exam fee
Detailed instructions and FAQs are available on the portal.
Reservation Policy & Seat Allocation
The PGDRPC programme offers 200 seats per academic session (July cycle).
- Maximum 25 seats per Regional/Work Centre
- Reservations applied Centre-wise as per Government of India norms for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, PwD, and other eligible categories
- Seat allocation is based on Regional merit ranking and seat availability
IGNOU PGDRPC Entrance Test 2026 – Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 50 MCQs
- Options per Question: 4 (Single correct answer)
- Marks per Correct Answer: 4
- Maximum Marks: 200
- Negative Marking: -1 for each incorrect answer
- No Negative Marking for unanswered questions
- Mode: Offline (OMR Sheet)
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Conducted at designated IGNOU centres across India
Quick Reference Summary
| Detail | Information |
| Programme | PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology (PGDRPC) |
| Session | July 2026 |
| Application Deadline | March 5, 2026 |
| Entrance Fee | ₹1,000 |
| Programme Fee | ₹22,000 |
| Total Seats | 200 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR) |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Official Portal | ignoupgdrpc.samarth.edu.in |
Student Support & Contact Details
For assistance:
- Phone: 011-29572513 / 011-29572514
- Email: ssc@ignou.ac.in
- Grievances: igram.ignou.ac.in
For academic queries related to PGDRPC: - Phone: 011-29572705 / 011-29572781
- Email: pgdrpc@ignou.ac.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is the last date to apply for IGNOU PGDRPC 2026? |
| March 5, 2026. |
| What is the entrance exam fee for PGDRPC? |
| ₹1,000. |
| What is the programme fee for PGDRPC? |
| ₹22,000. |
| How many seats are available for PGDRPC 2026? |
| A total of 200 seats per academic session. |
| Is there negative marking in the entrance test? |
| Yes, 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. |
| What is the duration of the PGDRPC entrance test? |
| 90 minutes. |
| What is the eligibility for PGDRPC? |
| Bachelor’s with Psychology in all three years or Master’s in Psychology/Counselling Psychology with required marks. |
| Where can I apply for IGNOU PGDRPC 2026? |
| Through ignoupgdrpc.samarth.edu.in. |
The launch of the IGNOU PGDRPC July 2026 admission cycle provides a significant opportunity for aspiring rehabilitation psychologists to receive RCI-aligned training. Candidates meeting eligibility criteria should complete their applications before March 5, 2026, and prepare thoroughly for the entrance test. For official updates and detailed notifications, visit ignoupgdrpc.samarth.edu.in and bookmark this page for future reference, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
