IGNOU DECE Admission July 2026 Anganwadi Vacancy Course Admission Online Form

Admission | 31 May 2026

Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education Online Form, Fees, Eligibility & Last Date

Brief Information

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has started the admission process for the Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (DECE) for the July 2026 session. Students interested in preschool education, child development, nursery teaching, daycare management, and early childhood learning can apply online through the official IGNOU admission portal.
The DECE programme is specially designed for candidates who want to build a career in early childhood education, preschool teaching, childcare services, Anganwadi-related work, and child development sectors.
Candidates are advised to complete the online application process before the last date to avoid technical issues and payment failures.

Important Dates

Notification Out	May 2026
Apply Start Date	May 2026
Last Date	31 July 2026
Exam Date	As Per IGNOU Schedule
Admit Card	As Per IGNOU Schedule
Result Date	As Per IGNOU Schedule

Application Fees

Programme Fee	₹4,000
Development Fee	₹400
Registration Fee	₹300

Age Limit

Minimum Age : 18 Years
Maximum Age : 30 Years

Latest Vacancy Posts Details

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
DECE programme Course	As Per College	12th Pass

How to Apply for IGNOU DECE Admission 2026?

Visit the official IGNOU admission portal.
Click on "New Registration".
Create your account using a valid mobile number and email ID.
Login using your registered credentials.
Select Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (DECE) from the available programmes.
Fill in personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the admission fee through the available online payment options.
Submit the application form and download the confirmation receipt.

Course Details

Particular	Details
Course Name	Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (DECE)
University	Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Course Level	Diploma
Duration	1 Year
Study Mode	Open and Distance Learning (ODL)
Total Credits	32
Admission Session	July 2026
DECE Course Subjects
DECE1	Organizing Child Care Services
DECE2	Child Health and Nutrition
DECE3	Services and Programmes for Children
DECE4	Project Work: Working with Young Children in a Child Care Setting

Why Choose IGNOU DECE?

The DECE programme helps students gain practical and theoretical knowledge in:

Child Growth and Development
Preschool Education
Child Health and Nutrition
Child Care Management
Early Learning Methodologies
Educational Activities for Young Children

Documents Required

Passport Size Photograph
Signature
10th Marksheet
12th Marksheet
Aadhaar Card
Mobile Number
Caste Certificate
Apaar Id
Email ID
Online Payment Method

Career Opportunities After DECE

After completing the Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education, candidates can explore various career opportunities such as:

Preschool Teacher
Nursery Teacher
Kindergarten Teacher
Child Care Worker
Day Care Centre Coordinator
Early Childhood Educator
NGO Child Development Worker
Preschool Administrator
ECCE Facilitator
Child Development Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1 What is the last date for IGNOU DECE Admission July 2026?

Candidates should complete the application before the last date announced by IGNOU for the July 2026 session.

Q.2 What is the total credit of the DECE programme?

The programme consists of 32 credits.

Q.3 What are the career options after DECE?

Candidates can work as Preschool Teachers, Nursery Teachers, Child Care Workers, Day Care Coordinators, and Early Childhood Educators.

Q.4 What is the duration of the IGNOU DECE course?

The duration of the course is one year.

Q.5 What is DECE in IGNOU?

DECE stands for Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education, a one-year diploma programme offered by IGNOU.