B.Ed

Both D.El.Ed and B.Ed are qualifications for becoming a teacher in India, but there are some key differences between the two:FeatureD.El.EdB.EdQualification LevelDiplomaBachelor's DegreeEligibilityClass 12th pass with minimum 50% marksBachelor's degree in any subject with minimum 50% marksDuration2 years2 years (regular) or 4 years (integrated)FocusTeaching skills for elementary school (grades 1-5)Broader range of teaching skills for various levels (elementary, secondary, higher secondary)CurriculumEmphasis on child development, language and pedagogy, foundation subjects (Math, Science, Social Studies), basic teaching skillsMore in-depth study of language and pedagogy, subject specialization, research skills, educational technology, leadership skillsCareer ScopeElementary school teacher, preschool teacher, teacher's aideElementary school teacher, secondary school teacher, higher secondary school teacher, educational consultant, school administratorAdvancement OpportunitiesCan pursue B.Ed for higher qualifications and wider career optionsCan pursue M.Ed or other postgraduate degrees for specialisation and research

It depends on which level you wish to teach in government schools:CourseEligibilityTeaching LevelB.Ed.GraduationSecondary & Higher Secondary (Class 6 to 12)D.El.Ed.10+2Primary (Class 1 to 5)Recent Supreme Court rulings:·        ·       B.Ed. holders are not eligible for primary teacher positions in some states.·       However, some states are challenging this ruling or providing temporary relief to B.Ed. candidates.Recommendation:·       Choose B.Ed. if you want to teach at the secondary or higher secondary level or pursue leadership roles in education.·       Choose D.El.Ed. if you specifically want to teach at the primary level and want a shorter course duration.

IGNOU is a popular institute for its distance programs. To get admission into IGNOU, and pursue one's teaching education through B.Ed or M.Ed one needs to fulfill the respective eligibility criteria. Let's discuss the eligibility criteria one by one, these are some of the points one needs to keep in mind before applying for the IGNOU B.Ed course:·       Candidates must have completed their graduation in a relevant stream with an aggregate of 50% or more or completion of a master's in science/social Science or humanities with 50%.·       Candidates must have completed a Bachelor's in Engineering and Technology with 55%.·       Trained elementary teachers are also acceptable ·       Candidates who have completed NCTE-recognized teacher's education program All these pointers make one eligible for the IGNOU B.Ed entrance exam.There are a few differences in the eligibility criteria for B.Ed and M.Ed, to get an understanding of the eligibility needed for M.Ed IGNOU Courses refer to the pointers below:·       Candidate must have completed their B.Ed with an aggregate of 55% or more·       Candidates must have 2 years of teaching experience after completing their B.Ed.