IGNOU TEE Result Delay: What Students Should Do

Introduction

Every year, many students wait for the results of the IGNOU Term-End Exam (TEE). Sometimes, these results are delayed—either for all students or for certain subjects. This delay can cause stress, confusion, and frustration for students who are waiting for their:

Admission to the next semester
Grade Card update
Assignment or practical marks
Job or interview documents
University migration or certificate

If your IGNOU TEE Result is delayed, this guide will explain why it happens, how long it usually takes, and most importantly, what you should do next.

Common Reasons for IGNOU TEE Result Delay

1. Large Volume of Answer Sheets

IGNOU conducts exams across India, resulting in a high number of students. Checking the many answer sheets takes time.

2. Delay in Assignment Marks Upload

Sometimes, your theory marks are ready, but your assignment marks have not been uploaded, which makes the Grade Card appear incomplete.

3. Practical or Project Marks Not Submitted

Programs like BCA, MCA, BLIS, MLIS, BTS, BA Psychology, MSc, and others require practical or project marks. If your regional centre hasn’t uploaded them, your result will be delayed.

4. Pending Evaluation from Study Centre

Some study centres submit assessment sheets late, which delays results for specific subjects.

5. Revaluation Requests from Previous TEE

During revaluation season, IGNOU focuses on processing revaluation results, which slows down the release of new TEE results.

6. Technical Glitches on IGNOU Result Server

Many students checking results at the same time can overload the server.

How Long Does IGNOU Usually Take to Publish TEE Results?

Official timeline (average):

30-45 days after the last exam – partial results released
45-60 days – most subjects updated
60-90 days – final updates and grade card stabilization

IGNOU releases results in phases, not all at once. If some subjects show up while others do not, this is normal.

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What to Do If Your IGNOU TEE Result Is Delayed?

1. Check the Result Page Regularly

Official IGNOU result link:
https://termendresult.ignou.ac.in

IGNOU updates results every 24-48 hours, especially in the first 45 days.

2. Check Your Grade Card (Theory + Assignment)

Sometimes, the delay in results is not due to theory evaluation but because assignment marks are missing.

Grade Card Link:
https://gradecard.ignou.ac.in

If “Not Completed” or “Not Updated” appears for a specific course code, the issue is likely with assignment or practical marks.

3. Contact Your Study Centre

If only one or two subjects are missing, then:

Your study centre may not have forwarded internal marks
Practical marks may still be pending
Your tutor may not have submitted the evaluation sheet

What to ask your study centre:

Has my assignment mark been sent to the regional centre?
Are practical marks uploaded?
Is my internal assessment complete?

4. Contact Your Regional Centre (RC)

If the study centre has completed everything, the next step is to contact your Regional Centre.

The Regional Centre manages:

Assignment marks upload
Practical marks
Project evaluation
Subject evaluation delays

Find your RC email on this page:
https://ignou.ac.in/ignou/aboutignou/regionalcentres

Email format sample:

Subject: Request for Update on Pending IGNOU TEE Result (Enrolment Number)

Body:

Name
Programme
Enrolment Number
Course Code (delayed)
Query
Screenshot of Grade Card

5. Wait for Full Evaluation Cycle

Students often panic when:

One subject shows “Not Completed”
Marks are missing
Only part of the grade card is updated

But IGNOU releases results in batches. Wait at least 45-60 days.

6. Check If Your Answer Sheet Is Under Rechecking

Sometimes, if the evaluator finds an issue (missing pages, confusion, or doubt), the sheet goes for second evaluation, which can delay marks. This is normal—there’s no need to worry.

7. If Over 90 Days Have Passed — Raise a Complaint

If your result delay exceeds 90 days, file a grievance.

Use:
http://igram.ignou.ac.in

Select:

Term-End Exam
Grade Card
Marks not updated

Attach:

Grade Card screenshot
Hall ticket
Course details

IGNOU typically responds within 3-10 days.

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What NOT to Do During IGNOU Result Delays

❌ Do NOT panic
❌ Do NOT file multiple complaints
❌ Do NOT email every department
❌ Do NOT assume you failed
❌ Do NOT submit multiple revaluation forms for the same subject

IGNOU systems may be slow, but they are accurate.

Special Cases of Result Delay

1. MCA/BCA Practical Marks Pending

Practical files and exams require time. Your theory marks may come early, but the grade card will stay incomplete until practicals are updated.

2. Project-Based Programmes (MEG, MAPC, MSW, MBA, etc.)

Project evaluation usually takes 60-90 days, so your result will remain pending until then.

3. Revaluation Students

If you requested revaluation for the previous TEE, your current semester result may take extra time due to double-checking of records.

4. Early Declaration Students

If you applied for early declaration, your result for one subject may come early, but the rest will follow the standard timeline.

When Should You Apply for Revaluation?

Apply for revaluation ONLY IF:

Your marks are very low (below 35-40)
You expected much higher
You answered all questions
You followed the proper answer writing structure

Fee: ₹750 per course
Link: https://onlinerr.ignou.ac.in/

Do not apply immediately—wait until the result is fully updated.

When You Should NOT Apply for Revaluation

❌ If you wrote incomplete answers
❌ If you attempted fewer than required questions
❌ If you wrote irrelevant content
❌ If you scored above 45 marks (chance of increase is low)

Can IGNOU Results Come in Parts?

Yes, IGNOU often releases:

One subject today
Another after a week
Practical marks after 15-20 days
Assignment marks later

This is normal.

How to Stay Updated?

1. Follow IGNOU Official Website

All updates can be found at:
https://ignou.ac.in

2. Check IGNOU Twitter (Fastest Updates)

They post urgent notices quickly.

3. Visit ignouprojects.in

You can explore these internal links:

Useful Internal Links (ignouprojects.in)

IGNOU Assignment Status Not Updating
IGNOU Grade Card Guide
IGNOU TEE Preparation Strategy
IGNOU Hall Ticket Download Guide
IGNOU Result & Revaluation Articles

Final Advice for Students

If your IGNOU TEE Result is delayed:

Stay calm
Check the grade card daily
Contact the study centre
Contact the regional centre
Wait at least 45-60 days
File a complaint only after 90+ days

IGNOU updates results slowly but properly. Delayed results are common but temporary.