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The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has opened admissions for its Online Diploma in Tourism Studies (DTS) for the July 2025 session. This 1-year diploma course is designed for individuals who aspire to build a career in the ever-evolving tourism and hospitality industry. With flexible online learning and wide-ranging curriculum coverage, DTS at IGNOU is the perfect foundation for aspiring tourism professionals.
IGNOU’s Diploma in Tourism Studies is a one-year program aimed at enhancing students’ understanding of tourism, its operations, and management. This course emphasizes key industry knowledge through modules in:
- Tourism Marketing
- Tourism Development and Management
- Indian Culture
- Ecology and Environment
- Project Work on Tourism
With recorded lectures and a dedicated Learning Management System (LMS), students can learn at their own pace and convenience.
IGNOU DTS Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | Online Diploma in Tourism Studies |
| Minimum Duration | 1 Year |
| Maximum Duration | 3 Years |
| Eligibility | 12th Pass (or equivalent) |
| Age Limit | No Bar |
| Course Fee (India) | ₹4,500/year |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2025 |
| Application Portal | iop.ignouonline.ac.in |
IGNOU DTS Eligibility Criteria
Students can apply for the IGNOU DTS program if they meet the following:
- Must have completed 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized board (e.g., CBSE, state boards).
- No age restriction.
- Foreign students (from SAARC nations, Oman, Russia, etc.) can apply with equivalent qualifications.
IGNOU DTS Admission Process: How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for IGNOU DTS July 2025 session:
- Visit iop.ignouonline.ac.in
- Click on “New Registration”
- Enter your contact details and complete registration.
- Log in with the credentials received via email.
- Fill out the admission form and upload necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee of ₹300/- and submit the form.
📂 Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- 10th & 12th Mark sheets
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Category/Disability/Experience certificate (if applicable)
IGNOU DTS Fee Structure (2025)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Indian Students | ₹4,500 |
| SAARC Students | ₹8,000 |
| Foreign Students | $600 |
| Application Fee | ₹300 (non-refundable) |
| Exam Fee (Theory) | ₹200 per subject |
| Exam Fee (Practical) | ₹300 per subject |
IGNOU DTS Re-Registration & Deadlines
- Re-Registration Fee: ₹300
- Deadline: 30 June 2025
- Assignment Submission Deadline: 31 May 2025
- Hall Ticket: Released for June TEE – available for download on IGNOU portal
🧾 Fee Refund Policy
| Condition | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
| Before admission list release | 100% Refund |
| After admission list release | Refund with 15% Deduction |
| After 60 Days of admission closing | No Refund |
Refund Request Email: Send cancellation request to canceladms@ignou.ac.in
IGNOU DTS Course Curriculum
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| TS-1 | Foundation Course in Tourism | 8 |
| TS-2 | Tourism Development: Products, Operations, Case Studies | 8 |
| TS-3 | Management in Tourism | 8 |
| TS-6 | Tourism Marketing | 8 |
| PTS-6 | Project on Tourism Marketing | 4 |
Study Material & Assignments
Students get full access to online study materials via lms.ignouonline.ac.in. Recorded classes and downloadable PDFs make studying flexible and accessible. Assignments must be submitted before the deadline and contribute 30% of the final grade.
IGNOU DTS Evaluation System
- Assignments: 30% of final score
- Term-End Exams (TEE): 70%
- Project Work: Mandatory 4-credit project in the second semester
- Pass Mark: 40% in each TEE subject
Exams are conducted in June and December.
Program Coordinator Contact
Dr. Paramita Suklabaidya
Associate Professor
📧 dts@ignou.ac.in | paramitaz@ignou.ac.in
📞 011-29571757, 011-29571755, 011-29571759
