The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced the IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026 for candidates who want to pursue a career in teaching. IGNOU is a central university recognized by UGC and offers a 2-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program through distance learning mode. Admission to the IGNOU B.Ed course is strictly based on a national-level entrance examination.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit the IGNOU B.Ed 2026 online application form through the official IGNOU admission portal within the prescribed dates.
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IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026 – Overview :-
| University Name | Indira Gandhi National Open University |
| Course Name | Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) |
| Admission Year | 2026 |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Admission Mode | Entrance Exam |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Medium of Instruction | English / Hindi |
| Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
IGNOU B.Ed 2026 Important Dates (Expected) :-
| SL.No | Even | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Online Application Start | 29 th January 2026 |
| 2 | Last Date to Apply | 27 th February 2026 |
| 3 | Admit Card Release | March 2026 |
| 4 | Entrance Exam Date | March / April 2026 |
| 5 | Result Declaration | April 2026 |
| 6 | Counselling & Admission | May 2026 |
Dates are tentative and will be updated after official notification.
IGNOU B.Ed Eligibility Criteria 2026 :-
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions to apply:
- Graduation or Post-Graduation with minimum 50% marks
- OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology with 55% marks
- Candidate must be:
- A trained in-service teacher in elementary education
- OR a teacher in secondary or higher secondary schools
- Reservation benefits are applicable as per Government of India rules
IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026 – Exam Pattern :-
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | General English Comprehension | 25 |
| Part A | Logical & Analytical Reasoning | 25 |
| Part A | Educational & General Awareness | 25 |
| Part B | Subject Specialization | 25 |
| Total | 100 Questions |
- Exam Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Medium: English & Hindi
- Negative Marking: No
IGNOU B.Ed Application Fee 2026 :-
All Category Application Fee :- 1000/- Rs.
Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Documents Required for IGNOU B.Ed 2026 :-
- Passport size photograph
- Signature
- Graduation / Post-Graduation marksheets
- Teaching experience certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
IGNOU B.Ed Course Fee Structure :-
- Total Course Fee: Approx. ₹60,000/-
- Fee is payable year-wise as per IGNOU norms
Selection Process for IGNOU B.Ed 2026 :-
- Entrance Examination
- Merit List Preparation
- Counselling & Document Verification
- Final Admission at Allotted Study Centre
Career Opportunities After IGNOU B.Ed :-
After completing the B.Ed course, candidates can apply for:
- Government School Teacher
- Private School Teacher
- TGT / PGT Teaching Posts
- Coaching Institute Faculty
- Education Consultant
How to Apply for IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026 :-
- Scroll down and click on the Apply Online link given below on this page.
- Complete new registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with your registered credentials.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download confirmation page.
Important Links :-
| IGNOU Official Website | Click Here |
|---|---|
| IGNOU B.Ed Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| IGNOU B.Ed Admit Card | Click Here |
| IGNOU B.Ed Result | Click Here |
FAQs – IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026 :-
Q1. Is IGNOU B.Ed valid for government jobs?
Yes, IGNOU is a UGC-recognized central university.
Q2. Is there any age limit for IGNOU B.Ed?
No, there is no upper age limit.
Q3. Is entrance exam mandatory?
Yes, admission is based on the entrance test.
Q4. Can fresh graduates apply?
Only candidates fulfilling teaching eligibility conditions can apply.
