Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous) Hosts IGNOU Induction Programme for New Learners of the January 2026 Admission Cycle

Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous) Hosts IGNOU Induction Programme for New Learners of the January 2026 Admission Cycle

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug. 1: More than 2000 learners participated in the IGNOU Induction Programme for the January 2026 Admission Cycle of the IGNOU Study Centre (Code: 40043), Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous), Thiruvananthapuram, held on Saturday, 1st August at the College Auditorium.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Suju C. Joseph, Coordinator of the IGNOU Study Centre. Prof. (Dr.) Meera George, Principal of Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous), presided over the function. In her presidential address, she highlighted the importance of lifelong learning and encouraged the learners to make the best use of IGNOU's flexible and inclusive higher education system for their academic advancement and career development.

The programme was inaugurated by Very Rev. Fr. Thomas Kayyalackal, Vicar General, Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum & Bursar of the College. In his inaugural address, he emphasized the value of continuous learning and urged students to make effective use of the opportunities provided by IGNOU to achieve academic excellence and career success.

Delivering the keynote address, Dr. T. R. Satyakeerthy, Regional Director, IGNOU Regional Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, explained the academic framework of IGNOU and motivated the learners to actively engage with the University's learner support services. Dr. Abhilash G. Ramesh, Assistant Coordinator, IGNOU Study Centre, Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous) offered felicitations.

Ms. Gayathri Sankar, Student Representative, addressed the gathering and shared her experiences, inspiring the newly admitted learners to make the most of the opportunities offered by IGNOU.
 Mr. Manasse Benny led an interactive question-and-answer session, clarifying learners' queries on admissions, assignments, examinations, and student support services.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Rev. Fr. Thomas Puthenparambil, Assistant Coordinator of the IGNOU Study Centre, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, faculty members, staff, and the large gathering of learners for making the induction programme a grand success.

The enthusiastic participation of over 2000 learners reflected the growing popularity of IGNOU programmes in the region and reaffirmed the Study Centre's commitment to providing quality learner support.

With best regards,
Dr. Suju C. Joseph
Co-ordinator 
IGNOU Study Centre-40043
Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous)
Trivandrum

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IIGNOU Induction Meeting – July 2025 Batch @ Mar Ivanios College Study Centre

IGNOU Induction Meeting – July 2025 Batch @ Mar Ivanios College Study Centre

The induction meeting for the July 2025 batch of learners of IGNOU was conducted with great enthusiasm and participation. The event witnessed an overwhelming response, with around 1,200 learners attending the programme in the event held at the College Auditorium.
The meeting was inaugurated by Very Rev. Fr. Thomas Kayyalackal, Vicar General of the Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum and Bursar of Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous), Thiruvananthapuram. The programme was presided over by the principal, Prof. Dr. Meera George.
The keynote address was delivered by Rev. Dr. Gigi Thomas, Dean of Studies, who highlighted the significance of open and distance learning in empowering diverse sections of society.

The gathering was also addressed by:
Dr. Suju C. Joseph, Coordinator, IGNOU Study Centre, Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous).

Shri. Kumar Gaurav, Assistant Regional Director (DP), IGNOU Regional Centre

Shri. Manasse Benny, Assistant Coordinator, IGNOU Study Centre, Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous).

Dr. Abhilash G. Ramesh, Assistant Coordinator, IGNOU Study Centre, Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous).

Following the inaugural session, an interactive session was held where learners’ queries were addressed comprehensively.

Subsequently, students were grouped according to their respective programmes, and program-specific orientations were conducted to clarify academic procedures, assignments, examinations, and support services.
    The programme concluded with renewed enthusiasm among learners as they embarked on their academic journey with IGNOU.

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