Shape the Future: Join the Next Generation of Educators with NCET 2026!

Are you passionate about teaching and eager to inspire the next generation? The wait is over! The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), has officially invited online applications for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026. This is your gateway to the prestigious 4-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) for the 2026-27 academic session.

Designed under the visionary National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, ITEP is a dual-major holistic degree that allows you to master both Education and your chosen specialized discipline simultaneously. Whether your dream is to teach at an IIT, a NIT, or a leading Government College, NCET 2026 is the starting line for a rewarding career in education.

The Critical Timeline: Don’t Miss Out!

Staying ahead of deadlines is the first step toward success. Here is the official schedule for NCET 2026:

• Online Application Window: February 12, 2026, to March 10, 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M.).
• Last Date for Fee Payment: March 10, 2026.
• Correction Window: March 11 to March 12, 2026.
• Exam Date: Scheduled for April 17, 2026.
• Announcement of City: To be notified on the NTA website shortly after the application closes.

NCET 2026: Key Highlights & Details

This nationwide entrance test is designed to be accessible, fair, and comprehensive:

• Mode of Exam: Conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) across India.
• Multilingual Support: The test will be available in 13 mediums, including English, Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, and more.
• Total Capacity: Approximately 16,950 seats are available across 223 participating institutions, including IITs, NITs, and RIEs.
• Academic Stages: ITEP prepares teachers for all four school stages: Foundational, Preparatory, Middle, and Secondary.
• Save a Year: By completing this integrated course in 4 years, you save a full year compared to the traditional 5-year B.Ed. path.

Participating Institutions

Top-tier institutions across the country are opening their doors to ITEP students:

• IITs: Including IIT Kharagpur, IIT Bhubaneswar, and IIT Ropar.
• NITs: Including NIT Jalandhar, NIT Calicut, and NIT Tiruchirapalli.
• RIEs: All Regional Institutes of Education (Bhopal, Ajmer, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru).
• Universities: Major centers like IGNOU, Delhi University, and BHU.

Pro-Tip for Success

Registration is Online Only at https://exams.nta.nic.in/ncet/. Ensure you provide your own (or your parents’) email and mobile number, as all official communications will be sent via these channels.

Only one application per candidate is allowed—multiple submissions can lead to disqualification. If you face any technical difficulties, you can reach the NTA helpline at 011-40759000.

Ready to lead the classrooms of tomorrow? Apply for NCET 2026 today and take the first step toward a transformative career!

Official Notification: Check details here

Registration Link: Apply here

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