Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Programme – Exam Pattern, Eligibility, Job Prospects, and More

The pattern for B.Ed. Entrance Exam

Objective-type questions are asked from the following sections:

• Basic Numerical and Reasoning Ability
• Teaching Aptitude
• General English
• General Awareness
• Local language (in some state-level exams)

A merit list is released for the qualified candidates and they are called for counselling/admission process.

Topics Covered under B.Ed. Programme

Teaching courses in India are regulated by the statutory body, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). The curriculum of B.Ed. programme includes the following topics:

• Education, Culture, and Human Values
• Educational Evaluation and Assessment
• Child Development – Stages and Various Issues
• Guidance and Counselling
• Holistic Education
• Philosophy of Education
• Health, Yoga and Physical Education

Practical training/school internship/field engagement and assignments are also a part of the course.

Here are the educational eligibility requirements for the programme:

A bachelor’s degree in Science (B.Sc.), Commerce (B.Com.), or Arts (B.A.) from a recognised university with at least 50% marks is essential.

B.Ed. through Distance Mode

The Bachelor of Education programme is also available through distance mode for candidates who are willing to pursue the course that way. The duration of such course varies from two years to five years. Admission to distance courses will also be done through entrance examinations conducted in the month of September. Eligibility for the course is UG degree with 50% marks or PG degree with 55% marks.

Job Profiles

With a B.Ed. degree, candidates can apply for the following posts:

• Teacher
• Librarian (B.Ed. with specialisation)
• Counsellor
• Administrator
• Principle
• Assistant Dean
• Principle (with required experience)
• Educational Researcher
• Syllabus Designer
• Content Writer (Educational Writer for Magazines, Websites, Newspapers, etc.)

The average salary of a teacher can vary from 2 lakh to 6 lakh.

Employment Areas

Candidates with Bachelor of Education degree can find good job opportunities in the following areas:

• Schools and Colleges
• Educational Institutes
• Education Consultancies
• Coaching Centres
• Research and Development Agencies
• Publishing Houses
• Home/Private Tuitions

Higher Education Options

Candidates can also go for higher education options after completing their B.Ed. degree. Master of Education (M.Ed.) is also offered through both regular and distance mode. You can go for any of them as per your convenience and preference.