Eligibility:

Candidates must have at least 50% marks in Bachelor/Master’s in Science, Social Science, Humanities, or Commerce. Engineering graduates with 55% are also eligible. Reserved category relaxation as per government norms.

Admission Procedure:

Based on qualifying marks, entrance exam, or other methods as per NCTE/State Government/University.

Duration & Working Days:

• Two years, completed within three years.
• Minimum 200 working days per year.
• Minimum attendance: 80% for coursework, 90% for internship.

Course Design:

• Perspectives in Education: Courses on childhood, learning, curriculum, etc.
• Curriculum & Pedagogic Studies: Language, disciplines, pedagogy, assessment.
• Optional Courses: Health, Peace Education, Vocational Training, etc.
• Field Engagement: Assignments, internships, professional capacity building.
• EPC Courses: Reading, Drama, ICT, Self-understanding.

School Internship:

First Year: 4-week school attachment.
Second Year: 16-week school placement.
Students gain real experience and responsibilities in school environments under mentorship.

Main Objectives:

• Reflect on teaching practices.
• Understand school culture and develop teaching confidence.
• Engage in lesson planning, classroom management, and assessments.

Examination Rules:

First Year:

• Promotion allowed with up to 2 failed papers (internal or external).
• Failing in more than 2 external papers requires reappearing in all theory papers next year.

Second Year:

• 90% internship attendance is mandatory.
• Failure in final lesson results in failing the year, but all other marks are carried forward for reattempt.