IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has released the official notification for admission into B.Ed. Programme, batch commencing from January 2026. In this regard, IGNOU will conduct an Entrance Test to be held all over the country. The minimum duration of the programme is two years. However, the maximum period allowed for completing the programme is five years.
IGNOU B.Ed Admission Details
Name of exam: IGNOU B.Ed. Entrance Test 2026
Name of course: B.Ed. Programme
Programme Fee: Rs. 60,000/- for the entire programme
Name of university: Dibrugarh University
Academic session: 2026
Exam type: Entrance Test
Exam duration: 2 hours
Question type: OMR based
Date of entrance test: Not declared yet
Helpline: 011-29572945 (School of Education)
Eligibility Criteria for IGNOU B.Ed Admission
Age Limit: There is no age bar for admission into the Programmes of the University.
Educational Qualification: Candidates with:
a) at least 50% percent marks either in the bachelor’s degree and/or in the master’s degree in Sciences/Social Sciences/Commerce/Humanities. Bachelor’s in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science and Mathematics with 55% marks or any other qualification equivalent thereto,
and
b) The following categories are eligible to be students of B.Ed. (ODL):
(i) Trained in-service teachers in elementary education.
(ii) Candidates who have completed a NCTE recognized teacher education programme through
face-to-face mode.
Entrance Test: Candidate must clear the B.Ed. Entrance Test conducted by IGNOU.
Note: The students who have done their DELED programme simultaneously with their Graduation or Masters degree through whatever combination of modes, are not eligible for admission to IGNOU’s B.Ed programme.
Examination Fee: Rs.1000/- should be remitted through payment gateway, using a Credit Card or a Debit Card issued by Banks in India or through online Banking.
How to Apply for IGNOU B.Ed Admission ?
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application; provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria as specified by the university. Here is the basic steps one need to follow to submit the online application .
Step 1: Scroll down, check Important Web-Link's section.
Step 2: Click Online Application Form Link. The official portal will be displayed.
Step 3: The Candidate needs to register by clicking the “Register” button and providing his/her name, mobile number and a password. The mobile number will be verified through an OTP. Please remember the password for login.
Step 4: After successful registration, the candidate needs to login using his/her mobile number and the password.
Step 5: Enter all personal and educational information as required.
Step 6: Pay examination fee as per your category and submit the form .
Step 7: Also, take a print of the submitted form .
Eligibility Criteria for IGNOU B.Ed Admission
Age Limit: There is no age bar for admission into the Programmes of the University.
Educational Qualification: Candidates with:
a) at least 50% percent marks either in the bachelor’s degree and/or in the master’s degree in Sciences/Social Sciences/Commerce/Humanities. Bachelor’s in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science and Mathematics with 55% marks or any other qualification equivalent thereto,
and
b) The following categories are eligible to be students of B.Ed. (ODL):
(i) Trained in-service teachers in elementary education.
(ii) Candidates who have completed a NCTE recognized teacher education programme through
face-to-face mode.
Entrance Test: Candidate must clear the B.Ed. Entrance Test conducted by IGNOU.
Note: The students who have done their DELED programme simultaneously with their Graduation or Masters degree through whatever combination of modes, are not eligible for admission to IGNOU’s B.Ed programme.
Examination Fee: Rs.1000/- should be remitted through payment gateway, using a Credit Card or a Debit Card issued by Banks in India or through online Banking.
How to Apply for IGNOU B.Ed Admission ?
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application; provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria as specified by the university. Here is the basic steps one need to follow to submit the online application .
Step 1: Scroll down, check Important Web-Link's section.
Step 2: Click Online Application Form Link. The official portal will be displayed.
Step 3: The Candidate needs to register by clicking the “Register” button and providing his/her name, mobile number and a password. The mobile number will be verified through an OTP. Please remember the password for login.
Step 4: After successful registration, the candidate needs to login using his/her mobile number and the password.
Step 5: Enter all personal and educational information as required.
Step 6: Pay examination fee as per your category and submit the form .
Step 7: Also, take a print of the submitted form .
Important Dates of IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026
# Starting date of submission of online application: 29th January 2026
# Last date for submission of the online Application: 27th February 2026
Important Web-Links of IGNOU University B.Ed Admission
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Admission Notification | Click Here |
| Recommended Guide | Click Here |
| Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
