It is a challenge to submit your IGNOU MCOM project can feel more difficult then writing it. It's not due to the fact that the process is complex, but due to the fact that the instructions are scattered, dates change every now and then, and a single mistake can delay your report throughout your entire session. Most students finish their reports with confidence, only to have a problem at their final step-- electronic submission.
If you're preparing or submitting your MCOM project to IGNOU and want a clean mistakes-free online submission this guide will take you through the entire process how it goes from admission to final approval.
This essay is written for college students who are seeking clarity, not confusion.
IGNOU has moved a majority of submissions for projects towards the Online portal for reducing paperwork and the dependence of regional centres. In the case of MCOM learners, the same applies to projects courses, for example:
MCOM Project (MCO-005 or updated codes as per the syllabus)
Project Work under CBCS pattern
The online submission does not refer to uploading random images at any time. IGNOU operates on the method of session-based submission which means that submissions can be accepted only during a specified period of time.
Before you do anything else, you must make sure that three things are in place:
The project proposal you submitted has been approved
Your enrollment remains valid for the current session
The online portal is currently open
A missed one results in rejection.
The most frequently overlooked action.
IGNOU will not accept reports on projects except if the proposal/synopsis has been approved. Approval is usually given by your local centre or evaluation unit, depending on the meeting.
Before you submit your online application, make sure that:
You received approval confirmation (email in the form of status update or record of RC)
We are pleased to inform you that the Topic title in the final report exactly matches that of the approved title
If your ID number for enrollment as well as your Course Code are correct.
Even minor changes in title could lead to technical problems at a later date.
If you're not sure about the approval process, make contact with the local centre before uploading anything.
IGNOU allows project submissions through the portal only during certain times of the year generally in line with:
June Term-End Examination
December Term-End Examination
Missing the deadline means waiting on the next one.
It is recommended to check:
Official IGNOU website announcements
Student portal announcements
Updates from your local centre
Don't be relying on old dates that you find on the internet or WhatsApp forwards.
Many students don't know how to fix it.
IGNOU takes the use of only one file in PDF for the project report. This PDF must be clean easily read and formatted.
Format: Only PDF
File size: Usually below 10-20 MB (varies depending on the website)
In the language of English (unless your programme allows for a different language)
Page order has to be correct
A single PDF file must include:
Cover page
Copy of the approval letter
Declaration by student
Certificate issued by guide
Acknowledgement
Index
All chapters
Bibliography
Appendices (if they exist))
Do not upload separate files to be used as certificates or annexures unless the portal specifically asks for it.
Before you open the portal, make sure you've got the following information handy in order to prevent session timeouts
Enrollment number
Programme code (MCOM)
"Course" code (Project code)
Study centre code
Regional centre code
Project guide details
Approved project title
Valid email ID
Mobile number
Fast typing leads to mistakes that can't be fixed later.
IGNOU provides a dedicated link to submit online project submission. This link could be changed from session thus it is best to get it through the official IGNOU website.
When you are on the portal:
Select the programme you wish to play.
Remember to enter your enrollment code carefully
Confirm your personal details on the screen
If your details do not look correct, stop and call IGNOU support before proceeding.
The form is simple but not forgiving.
You will be asked to enter:
Programme name
Code for courses
Project title
Name of the guide and qualifications
A guideline institution or address
Study centre details
Check:
Spellings that match your report
Course codes are exact
The Guide's details are exactly as approved
The inconsistency of the data on forms and contents of the project is often a reason for rejecting.
This procedure takes patience.
Only upload the last checked PDF
The upload bar should be waited until it has reached 100%
Do not refresh or close the tab midway
If your connection isn't stable be patient and upload later. A corrupted upload is not fixed once submitted.
After uploading, check it if the website permits it.
Once all the items are filled:
Check all entries thoroughly
Click on submit to complete
Following submission, the system generates:
A confirmation message
Acknowledgement slip or reference number
This acknowledgement should be downloaded, saved and stored. Print a copy for backup. This is evidence of your submission.
Without this, you'll have no evidence if issues arise later.
For the majority of sessions, the submission of hard copies is not necessary to submit MCOM projects submitted online.
However:
Some regional centres may ask for it.
Rules can change depending on session
Always check with your regional center. Do not send physical copies unless it is officially authorised.
Here are the most common mistakes that derail results or can cause rejection
Submission of proposal without approval
Uploading the wrong course code
The project's title has been changed slightly
Uploading images scanned instead of text PDF
Missing guide certificate
Submitting after deadline
Not saving acknowledgement
Most problems can be avoided through one thorough reading.
After successful submission:
IGNOU MCOM Project Experts transmits your ideas for review
Evaluation could take several weeks or even months
Marks appear on the grade card after the card has been updated.
There is no separate notification email regarding the completion of your evaluation. It is important to verify:
IGNOU grade card portal
Result updates during TEE cycles
Patience is an integral part of the process.
If the portal shows errors like:
Incomplete enrollment
Upload of file failed
Page has stopped responding
Try these steps:
Use a laptop instead of mobile devices
Switch browser (Chrome is best)
Clear cache
Avoid peak times
If the issue persists If the issue persists, please contact:
IGNOU Student Service Centre
Your regional center
Support via email and images
Don't wait until the end of the day.
A IGNOU MCOM project submission is simple, but demands accuracy. The submission should be treated as an exam. Prepare early, double-check everything and keep proof.
Finish your project report at least 7-10 days before the date of submission to ensure that the stress of submitting does not ruin months' worth of hard work.
When you've done it correctly, all you'll require is patience.