1. Important Dates & Application Fees
The National Common Entrance Test (NCET) is conducted by the NTA for admission to the 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) in Central/State Universities and prestigious institutions like IITs and NITs.
| Event Milestone | Timeline (Expected 2026) |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Commencement | April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 2026 |
| Correction Window | Mid-May 2026 |
| NCET 2026 Exam Date | June 2026 |
Application Fee: General: ₹1200 | OBC-NCL/EWS: ₹1000 | SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹650.
2. Detailed Application Roadmap
STEP 01: Registration
Visit the NTA NCET portal. Use a unique email and mobile number. Generate your Application Number and set a strong password.
Visit the NTA NCET portal. Use a unique email and mobile number. Generate your Application Number and set a strong password.
STEP 02: Subject & University Selection
Choose the specific ITEP course (B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. / B.Com. B.Ed.). Select your preferred Universities and RIEs (Regional Institutes of Education).
Choose the specific ITEP course (B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. / B.Com. B.Ed.). Select your preferred Universities and RIEs (Regional Institutes of Education).
STEP 03: Document Uploads
Upload a recent photograph (80% face visible) and signature. Categorical certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) must be in PDF format.
Upload a recent photograph (80% face visible) and signature. Categorical certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) must be in PDF format.
STEP 04: Payment & Confirmation
Complete the fee payment online. Download the Confirmation Page. This document is essential for the counseling and seat allotment phases.
Complete the fee payment online. Download the Confirmation Page. This document is essential for the counseling and seat allotment phases.
3. Eligibility & The 4-Year ITEP Advantage
The ITEP is a dual-major holistic undergraduate degree which saves one year of your time compared to the traditional 3+2 year path.
- Minimum Education: Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026.
- Minimum Marks: Generally 50% aggregate marks in Class 12 (relaxations for reserved categories).
- Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for appearing in NCET 2026.
4. Examination Pattern & Subject Sections
The NCET is a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 160 questions. The medium of the exam is available in 13 languages.
| Section | Subjects | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Section I: Languages | Select 2 Languages | 20 + 20 Qs |
| Section II: Domain | Select 3 Domain Subjects | 25 + 25 + 25 Qs |
| Section III: General | General Test (Mandatory) | 25 Qs |
| Section IV: Teaching | Teaching Aptitude (Mandatory) | 20 Qs |
Marking Scheme: +4 for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer.
5. Preparation & Professional Outcomes
Graduates of the 4-year ITEP are eligible to teach at the Foundation, Preparatory, Middle, or Secondary levels as per the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Expert Prep Tips:
- Domain Focus: Study the Class 12 NCERT syllabus thoroughly for your chosen domain subjects.
- Teaching Aptitude: This is a high-scoring section. Focus on classroom management, child psychology, and the teacher-student relationship.
- Mock Tests: Since the exam has 160 questions to be solved in a specific window, practicing online mocks is non-negotiable.
Official Website: https://web.ncte.gov.in
