IGNOU December 2026 TEE Exam Form: Last Date, Late Fee & How to Apply

If you're enrolled with the Indira Gandhi National Open University and planning to appear for the December 2026 Term-End Examination, the exam form is a mandatory step you can't skip, without it, you simply won't be permitted to sit for the test, regardless of your assignment or attendance status. Here's what's currently known about the deadline, late fee structure, and how to submit your form.

IGNOU December 2026 TEE: Key Dates

Event	Date
Exam form submission (without late fee)	September 30, 2026
Exam form submission (with late fee of ₹1,100)	October 15, 2026
December 2026 TEE (expected commencement)	Typically early December, based on past pattern

Why the Exam Form Is Mandatory

Unlike a simple formality, the TEE exam form is what actually registers you for the specific courses you'll be tested on this session. IGNOU has been explicit in past notices that students cannot sit for the exam without submitting this form, even if they've completed their assignments and coursework. This applies to every category of learner: students appearing for the first time in a course, those re-appearing after a previous attempt, and those completing pending practical or project components.

IGNOU TEE Exam Form Fee Structure

Based on the fee structure applied in the most recent (June 2026) TEE cycle, here's what students can expect to pay per course:

Course Type	Fee
Theory course	₹200
Practical course (up to 4 credits)	₹300
Practical course (above 4 credits)	₹500
Late fee (if applicable)	₹1,100, in addition to the course fee

How to Submit the IGNOU December 2026 TEE Exam Form

1. Visit the official website of IGNOU
2. Look for the notification titled "Online submission of examination form for December 2026 TEE."
3. Click through to "Proceed to fill the examination form."
4. Log in using your enrolment number and course details.
5. Select the courses you're appearing for this session.
6. Ensure your ABC ID is linked
7. Pay the applicable fee via the available online payment modes.
8. Submit the form

What Happens If You Miss Both Deadlines?

If a student misses both the standard and late-fee submission windows, IGNOU has, in past cycles, occasionally issued further extensions, but these should never be assumed or relied upon. Students who miss the window entirely typically cannot appear for that session's TEE and must wait for the next examination cycle.