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IGNOU Students: How to Register and Download Your UGC-DEB ID

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Introduction IGNOU students have access to a wide variety of resources and support systems designed to help them succeed.

If you’re a student enrolled at IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University), you’re part of one of India’s largest and most recognized distance education institutions. To ensure your program is verified and officially recognized by the University Grants Commission’s Distance Education Bureau (UGC-DEB), you’ll need to register and download your DEB ID.

This blog will walk you through the complete process of how IGNOU students can create, activate, and download their UGC-DEB ID Card.

Why IGNOU Students Need a DEB ID

  • Confirms your enrollment in a UGC-recognized distance learning program
  • Required for exams, certificate verification, and academic credit tracking
  • Ensures digital recordkeeping via the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) system, which is crucial for all IGNOU students.
  • Helps in degree validation for government jobs or further studies

Step 1: Create Your ABC ID via DigiLocker

  1. Visit https://www.digilocker.gov.in
  2. Sign in or register using your mobile number and OTP
  3. Search for “ABC ID” in the menu
  4. Follow the instructions to generate your Academic Bank of Credits ID

Save your ABC ID—it’s required to generate your DEB ID, which is essential for all IGNOU students.

Step 2: Generate Your DEB ID via UGC-DEB Portal

  1. Visit https://deb.ugc.ac.in/StudentDEBID
  2. Enter your ABC ID, email ID, and mobile number
  3. Agree to the declaration and click Submit
  4. Your UGC-DEB ID will be generated. IGNOU students can then proceed to the final step.

Step 3: Download Your DEB ID Card

  1. Visit the DEB homepage: https://deb.ugc.ac.in
  2. Go to Student Corner → Download DEB ID Card
  3. Enter your DEB ID/ABC ID and Date of Birth
  4. Click “Download” to get the PDF. This step is crucial for IGNOU students to complete their registration process.

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Conclusion

As an IGNOU student, registering for your UGC-DEB ID is an important step to ensure your academic progress is officially documented and recognized. With just a few steps via DigiLocker and the UGC-DEB portal, you can download your DEB ID Card and stay future-ready for exams, verifications, and higher studies. And for convenient access, consider printing your IGNOU or DEB ID on a durable PVC card for long-term use.

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