Yes, IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University) is a government university. It was established by an Act of Parliament in 1985 and is fully funded and operated by the Government of India. IGNOU is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is one of the largest open universities in the world, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses through distance and online learning modes. Its aim is to provide accessible and affordable education to all sections of society, especially to those who cannot pursue regular studies.