IGNOU B.Ed 2024 Admission. The application form for the B.Ed programme will open in the month of November 2023.
IGNOU 2024 B.Ed Application Schedule
| Application opens | First Week of November 23 |
| Application Closes | Dec-23 |
| Admit Card | 24-Jan |
| Exam | 24-Jan |
| Result | 24-Feb |
The B.Ed. program offered by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is designed to develop an understanding of teaching and learning. It is a two-year undergraduate-level course that aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue a career in teaching. The program is recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and is offered in both English and Hindi medium. The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of teaching and learning, including pedagogy, educational psychology, and educational technology.
The IGNOU B.Ed. program has a well-structured curriculum that covers both theoretical and practical aspects of teaching and learning. The course is divided into four semesters, and the curriculum includes core courses, practical courses, and electives. The core courses cover topics such as educational psychology, pedagogy, and educational technology. The practical courses include teaching practice, internship, and project work. The electives allow students to specialize in a particular subject area, such as mathematics, science, social science, or English. The syllabus is regularly updated to keep pace with the changing demands of the education sector and to ensure that students receive a relevant and up-to-date education.
IGNOU B.Ed Programme Overview
| Duration | 2 year | Maximum Duration | 5 Years |
| Fees | 55,000 | Age | No Bar |
Eligibility:
You should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree with at least 50 per cent marks in Sciences/Social Sciences/Commerce/Humanity. Bachelor’s in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science and Mathematics with 55% marks or any other qualification equivalent thereto,
And
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 an NCTE-recognized teacher education programme through face-to-face mode.
Reservation
The reservation and relaxation of 5% marks in minimum eligibility will be provided to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/PWD candidates as per the rules of the Central Government.
Reservation to Kashmiri Migrants and war widow candidates will be provided as per the University Rules.
Programme Guide
The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) course at IGNOU is designed to expose student teachers to the teaching and learning process in secondary and higher secondary schools. The program focuses on providing teachers with opportunities to think critically about educational perspectives and to comprehensively integrate theory and practice to promote active participation of learners in the creation of knowledge.
Exam Pattern
IGNOU B.Ed entrance test is divided into 2 parts Section A and Section B. There will be no negative marking for the wrong answer.
Duration of the entrance Test- 2 Hours
Timing-10 AM to 12 PM
Section A
| Section | Questions | Number of Question | Marks |
| I | General English Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| II | Logical and Analytical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| III | Teaching Learning and the School | 25 | 25 |
| IV | Teaching Learning and the school | 25 | 25 |
Section B
| Choose any one subject | |||
| V | Science | 20 | 20 |
| Mathematics | “ | “ | |
| Social Science | “ | “ | |
| English | “ | “ | |
| Hindi | “ | “ |
Total Marks in section B of any one subject is 20