Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is getting ready to open applications for its Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) entrance exam for the 2026 academic year. This exam is for students who want to join the teaching and education course at IGNOU. Application forms are expected to be available in the first week of January 2026 . Students can apply online through the official IGNOU B.Ed admission website. The entrance test is likely to be held on March 15, 2026 , across India.
IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026: Important Dates
Here are the expected dates for the IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Exam 2026. Most dates are still to be officially announced by IGNOU. The application forms will be available at: https://ignou-bed.samarth.edu.in/ .
| Event | Important Dates (Expected for 2026) |
| Application form release date | 1st Week of January |
| Application form last date | To be announced later |
| Admit card release | To be announced later |
| IGNOU B.Ed entrance test date | March 15 |
| Result declaration | To be announced later |
| Mode of Results Declaration | Online |
About the IGNOU B.Ed Course
The IGNOU B.Ed entrance test is a national-level exam. Indira Gandhi National Open University conducts this test offline every year. The B.Ed course usually takes two years to complete. However, students can take up to five years to finish the program. The study materials and classes for the IGNOU B.Ed program are offered in both English and Hindi.
IGNOU B.Ed Eligibility Criteria 2026
To apply for the IGNOU B.Ed course in 2026, you must meet certain requirements. These help make sure students have the right background for teaching.
- Educational Qualification:
- You need at least 50% marks in your Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree. This applies to subjects like Science, Social Science (SST), Commerce, or Humanities.
- If you have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology with a focus on Science and Mathematics, you need at least 55% marks .
- Important: A Master's Degree obtained without a prior Bachelor's Degree is not accepted by IGNOU for this program.
- For Open Distance Learning (ODL) Students:
- You must be a trained teacher already working in elementary education.
- OR, you must have finished a teacher training program recognised by NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education). This training must have been done through regular, face-to-face classes.
- Marks Relaxation and Reservations:
- There is a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks needed for SC, ST, OBC (Non-creamy layer), and PWD (Persons with Disability) candidates. This follows Central Government rules.
- Specific reservation benefits are also available for Kashmiri Migrants and war widow candidates, as per IGNOU University rules.
IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2026
The entrance exam for IGNOU B.Ed checks your knowledge and skills for teaching. The exam has two parts: Part A and Part B. There are a total of 100 questions , and the exam is for 100 marks .
| Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Part A | ||
| General English Comprehension | 10 | 10 |
| Logical and Analytical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| Educational and General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| Teaching-Learning and the School | 25 | 25 |
| Part B | ||
| Subject-Specific Competence (Choose Any One: Science, Mathematics, Social Science, English, Hindi) | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The syllabus covers important areas like English understanding, logical thinking, general knowledge about education, and teaching aptitude. For Part B, you choose one subject like Science or English to show your specific knowledge. The exam tests basic teaching ideas and general intelligence.
What Happens After the Exam?
After the exam results are announced online, IGNOU will publish a merit list. This list shows the names of candidates who have passed the entrance test. If you are on this list, you will need to go to your chosen regional study centre. There, you will submit your important documents for checking to complete your admission.
