NCERT Launches Online Diploma Course in Teaching of Science; Registration Begins on October 12

NCERT online diploma course registration 2026 will begin on October 12, 2026, at ncertx.in. The 40-week online diploma course in teaching of science aims to improve classroom skills. The registration process is open till November 12 and the application fee is INR 2,000.

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has announced a new online diploma course in teaching of science at the middle stage for the 2026-27 academic session. This training program is designed for school teachers who handle science classes for grades 6 to 8. 

The goal of the NCERT diploma course in the teaching of science is to improve the teaching skills and subject domain knowledge of both current and future teachers in India. By enrolling in this program, teachers can improve their daily classroom teaching skills and help students understand science concepts with more clarity. The NCERT diploma course will be conducted in an online format.

NCERT Diploma Course 2026 Important Dates 

Interested and eligible candidates can enrol online before the deadline as provided below:

Applicants interested in the programme must apply online till November 12, 2026. The board will begin the programme from November 16, 2026 onwards. Students must not wait for the deadline and apply at the earliest to avoid last minute discrepancies.