IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026 – Apply Online
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has released the official notification for B.Ed Admission 2026 for the January 2026 academic session. Admission will be done through an All India Entrance Test conducted by IGNOU.
The minimum duration of the programme is 2 years and the maximum duration allowed is 5 years.
IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026 – Overview
- Name of Exam: IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test 2026
- Course Name: Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)
- University: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
- Academic Session: January 2026
- Programme Duration: 2 to 5 Years
- Total Programme Fee: ₹60,000/-
- Exam Type: Entrance Test
- Exam Mode: OMR Based
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours
- Entrance Test Date: Not Declared
- Helpline Number: 011-29572945 (School of Education)
Eligibility Criteria for IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026
Age Limit
No age bar for admission.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- At least 50% marks in Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Sciences / Social Sciences / Commerce / Humanities
- OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science & Mathematics with 55% marks
Eligible Categories
- Trained in-service teachers in elementary education
- Candidates who have completed an NCTE-recognized teacher education programme through face-to-face mode
Entrance Test
Candidates must qualify the IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test 2026.
Important Note:
Candidates who have completed DELED simultaneously with Graduation or Master’s degree
through any mode are NOT eligible for IGNOU B.Ed admission.
Application / Examination Fee
- Entrance Test Fee: ₹1000/-
- Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
How to Apply for IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026
- Visit the official IGNOU B.Ed application portal
- Click on Online Application Form
- Register using Name, Mobile Number & Password
- Verify mobile number through OTP
- Login using registered credentials
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Dates – IGNOU B.Ed Admission 2026
- Starting Date of Online Application: 29 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 27 February 2026
