RIE CEE 2026 result expected anytime soon. The final answer key is expected to be released along with the result. RIE CEE entrance exam was held on July 3, 2026. RIE CEE 2026 exam is conducted for three groups. Group A includes BSc BEd, BA BEd, and MSc BEd courses. Group B includes BEd, BEd-MEd, and MA Education Technology. Group C includes the MEd programme.
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RIE CEE 2026 was conducted on July 3, 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
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The deadline for submitting qualifying marks was July 20, 2026, for eligible candidates.
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Candidates should regularly visit CEE portal for the latest updates on RIE CEE 2026 result and counselling process.
- What is RIE CEE?
- RIE CEE 2026 Important Dates
- RIE CEE Answer Key 2026
- RIE CEE 2026 Result
- RIE CEE 2026 Counselling
- RIE CEE 2026 Eligibility and Application
- RIE CEE 2026 Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation
- RIE CEE Admit Card 2026
- Important FAQs related to RIE CEE 2026
What is RIE CEE?
National Council of Educational Research and Training conducts this common entrance exam for candidates who wish to take admission in teacher education courses. These programmes are offered at Prarambh and the Regional Institutes of Education located in Ajmer, Bhubaneswar, Bhopal, Mysore, and Shillong. The complete list of RIEs and Prarambh is provided below.
| Course |
Duration |
RIEs Offering the Course |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated BEd MEd |
3 Years |
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| BSc BEd |
4 Years |
RIE Ajmer, RIE Bhopal, RIE Bhubaneswar, RIE Mysore, and Prarambh |
| BA BEd |
4 Years |
RIE Ajmer, RIE Bhopal, RIE Bhubaneswar, RIE Mysore, and Prarambh |
| MScEd |
6 Years |
RIE Mysore |
| BEd |
2 Years |
RIE Ajmer, RIE Bhubaneswar, RIE Mysore, and RIE Shillong |
| MEd |
2 Years |
RIE Ajmer, RIE Bhopal, RIE Bhubaneswar, and RIE Mysore |
RIE CEE Highlights 2026
Candidates can check the important details related to RIE CEE 2026 exam in table below.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
Regional Institute of Education Common Entrance Examination (RIE CEE) |
| Conducting Body |
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) |
| Exam Level |
National Level |
| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi (programme-wise) |
| Admission Offered To |
Teacher Education Programmes |
| Participating Institutes |
RIE Ajmer, RIE Bhopal, RIE Bhubaneswar, RIE Mysuru, NERIE Shillong and RIE Nellore |
| Official Website |
cee.ncert.gov.in |
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RIE CEE 2026 Important Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of RIE CEE 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Aug ' 26 | RIE CEE 2026 Result TENTATIVE |
| Aug ' 26 | RIE CEE 2026 Final Answer Key TENTATIVE |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 08 Jul ' 26 | RIE CEE 2026 Provisional Answer Key |
| 08 Jul ' 26 - 12 Jul ' 26 | RIE CEE 2026 Provisional Answer Key Objection Window |
| 03 Jul ' 26 | RIE CEE 2026 Exam |
RIE CEE Answer Key 2026
Answer Key: Aug ' 26
The RIE CEE answer key 2026 is released in two stages: a provisional answer key followed by final answer key. Candidates can use provisional answer key to estimate their scores and raise objections if they find any discrepancy within specified deadline. After reviewing all challenges, NCERT publishes final answer key.
| RIE CEE Answer Key Dates | |
|---|---|
| RIE CEE Provisional Answer Key Released in | July 8, 2026 |
| RIE CEE Objection Window | July 8, 2026 |
| RIE CEE Final Answer Key | July/August |
RIE CEE 2026 Result
Result: Aug ' 26
NCERT will release RIE CEE Result 2026 online on its result portal. Candidates can download their results by logging in with their registered details. A direct link to check RIE CEE result will also be available on this page once released.
Steps to check RIE CEE Result 2026:
- Visit exam website or open direct result link in your browser.
- Enter your Application ID and Password.
- Type verification code displayed on screen.
- Click on ‘Login’ button.
- RIE CEE Result will appear on your screen. Review and download it for future reference.
RIE CEE 2026 tentative result dates are given below:
Group A: August 2026
Groups B & C: September 2026
Candidates will be able to access their scorecards and merit lists by logging into NCERT admission portal.
Direct Link to Download RIE CEE Result 2026: Link will be shared after the declaration.
RIE CEE 2026 Counselling
RIE CEE counselling is conducted within a week or two after the result declaration. Qualified candidates have to participate in the online counselling process, fill their preferred institutes and courses, and complete document verification.
RIE CEE Counselling Process
Candidates need to complete the following steps:
- Online counselling registration.
- Choice filling for institutes and programmes.
- Seat allotment based on merit.
- Document verification.
- Payment of admission fee.
- Reporting to allotted Regional Institute of Education.
Documents Required for the RIE CEE Counselling
Listed below are the important documents.
- Printout of the Application form and Score card/ result sheet of CEE 2026
- Original Marks cards of Class X and XII classes
- Domicile Certificate / Residential Certificate C
- Caste Certificate issued by the Competent Authority from the Domicile State (in case of SC/ST students).
- ОВС Сertificate (Non-Creamy layer) Current Financial Year in the Government of India Format (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (Current Financial Year) in Government of India Format (if applicable)
- Transfer Certificate
- Conduct Certificate
- Migration Certificate for students from states other than Karnataka state
- PWD Certificate from the Competent Authority (if applicable)
- Parental Income Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photograph - 6 no.
The institute may ask the candidate to bring other documents, including documents at the time of counselling.
Also Check: RIE CEE Admission 2026: Documents Required for Group A Candidates
RIE CEE Exam Reservation Policy
As per the Government of India rules, candidates belonging to certain categories are admitted to seats reserved for them based on relaxed criteria. The following reservations are available:
- SC 15%
- ST 7.5%
- OBC 27%
- PwD 5%
- EWS 10%.
RIE CEE 2026 Eligibility and Application
The candidates are required to fulfil some conditions before they register for the RIE CEE. Get familiar with the section to understand the enrollment process.
| Course |
Eligibility |
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| BSc BEd |
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary/Senior Secondary) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board or university with at least 50% aggregate marks. A relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks is available to candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories. The qualifying examination must be recognised by the respective affiliating universities of the Regional Institutes of Education (RIEs). Candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2024 or 2025, as well as those appearing in 2026, are eligible to apply. |
| BA BEd |
Candidates must have passed the +2, Higher Secondary, Senior Secondary, or an equivalent examination in the Science, Commerce, or Arts stream with at least 50% aggregate marks. A relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories. Only candidates who passed the qualifying examination in 2024 or 2025, or those appearing in 2026, are eligible to apply. |
| MSc Ed |
Candidates seeking admission to the M.Sc.Ed. (Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics) programme must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) at the Class 12 level. In this context, Mathematics may be replaced by Statistics where applicable. Applicants must have passed the +2/Higher Secondary/Senior Secondary examination or an equivalent qualification recognised by a board or university with at least 50% aggregate marks. A relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks is available to candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories. The qualifying examination must be recognised by University of Mysore, the affiliating university of Regional Institute of Education Mysore. Only candidates who passed their Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2024 or 2025, or those appearing in 2026, are eligible to apply for the programme.
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| Integrated BEd MEd (3 Year) | A postgraduate degree in Science / Social Science / Humanities from a recognized Institute with a minimum 55 % marks or equivalent grade (relaxation by 5% for SC/ST/PwD Candidates). |
| MEd (2 Year) |
Candidates seeking admission to the M.Ed. programme must have obtained at least 50% marks or an equivalent grade in any of the following qualifying programmes. A relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories. (ii) BA BEd (iii) BSc BEd (iii) BElEd (iv) DElEd with a bachelor's degree (With 50% marks in each) |
| MA (Education Technology) | Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or an equivalent grade. A relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying marks is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories. |
Note: RIE Exam Eligibility may vary for every course. Please wait till the 2026 notification and criteria is released.
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RIE CEE 2026 Application
The RIE CEE 2026 application form was released on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) official application portal at cee.ncert.gov.in.
How to Fill RIE CEE Application Form 2026?
Candidates can complete the application process by following these steps:
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Visit the official NCERT CEE website.
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Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Fill in personal, academic and communication details.
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Select the preferred course and Regional Institute of Education.
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Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
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Pay the application fee through the available online payment mode.
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Review all the details carefully before final submission.
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Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
RIE CEE Application Form Fee
RIE CEE application fees for different categories are listed below. Candidates had to pay the application fee both in the online mode (via debit/ credit card) and offline mode [via SBI challan (to be printed online at State Bank Collect)].
| Category |
RIE CEE Application Fee |
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| General/ OBC |
INR 1400 |
| SC/ ST |
INR 800 |
| Person with Disability |
INR 800 |
| EWS |
INR 800 |
Note: A candidate can apply for more than one Programme for admission with a single registration with a single payment as per their eligibility (as specified in the Eligibility Criteria in the CEE Portal).
For the 2026 session, the fee might remain the same or be changed. The changes will be reflected here.
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RIE CEE 2026 Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation
Understanding RIE CEE 2026 exam pattern is essential before starting preparation. The exam is conducted in CBT mode and features objective-type questions assessing language proficiency, teaching aptitude, and reasoning ability.
RIE CEE Exam Pattern Highlights
| Particulars |
Details |
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| Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Question Type |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Exam Duration |
2 Hours |
| Total Questions |
80 |
| Total Marks |
160 |
| Marks for Correct Answer |
2 Marks |
| Negative Marking |
No |
| Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi (as applicable) |
RIE CEE Syllabus 2026
The RIE CEE exam is conducted separately in
- Group A (BA BEd/BSc BEd./MScEd)
- Group B (BEd/BEd-MEd/MA (Education Technology)), and
- Group C (MEd).
RIE CEE syllabus for 2026 covers three main areas: Language Proficiency (English), Teaching Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. Questions tests skills: comprehension, grammar, teaching attitude, leadership, and problem-solving. This syllabus is designed for admission to NCERT teacher education programs like BA/BSc BEd, MSc Ed, and MEd for the 2026 session. Detailed syllabus is given below.
Check Complete RIE CEE 2026 Syllabus
Language Competency
- Comprehension
- Rearranging sentences
- Selecting suitable words for the blanks
- Finding out errors in parts of the sentences
- Finding out equivalent meaning to the given phrases
- Finding out suitable words for the incomplete sentences
- Sequencing
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Idioms
- Prepositions
- Tenses
- Articles
Teaching Aptitude
- Attitude towards education, children, and the teaching profession
- Interest in teaching
- Leadership qualities & group management
- Emotional
- Social adjustment
- Intra & interpersonal skills
- Digital initiatives and pedagogy
- NEP 2020, and school education
- NCF SE 2023 and general awareness of contemporary issues on school education
Reasoning Ability
- Verbal & non-verbal reasoning
- Missing numbers
- Number series
- Letter series
- Theme finding
- Jumbling
- Analogy
- Odd one out
- Arranging the statements in a sequential form
- Statement and conclusions
- Syllogism
- Logical problems
- Establishing relationships
Question Paper Level
Preparation varies based on the selected group, as each group will have its own set of questions.
Group A: Higher secondary/senior secondary education.
Group B: Graduation
Group C: Graduation and professional education level
RIE CEE Preparation Tips 2026
Candidates preparing for the RIE CEE exm can check the below tips for a better preparation:
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Go through the complete RIE CEE syllabus and exam pattern before starting your preparation.
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Prepare a daily timetable and allocate enough time to Language Proficiency, Teaching Aptitude and Reasoning Ability.
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Read newspapers regularly to improve your language skills and general awareness.
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Practice grammar, vocabulary and reading comprehension questions every day.
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Solve reasoning questions to improve logical thinking and analytical ability.
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Revise important teaching aptitude topics and educational concepts.
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Attempt previous years' question papers to understand the exam difficulty level.
Also Read: RIE CEE Preparation Tips & Guide 2026
RIE CEE Admit Card 2026
NCERT released RIE CEE 2026 Admit Card on the official portal for the computer-based exam. If you have registered for this entrance exam, then download the hard copy. You can't appear for the exam without carrying the admit card with a valid ID. RIE CEE city intimation slip released on June 25, 2026. Candidates can check their test city location on CEE website.
Available Details on the RIE CEE 2026 Admit Card
The information will be about candidates
| Name | Date of Birth | Father's Name |
| Roll Number | Application Number | Exam Date |
| Exam Centre | Timings | Duration |
| Candidate's Sign | Photo | Dos and Don'ts in Exam |
Important FAQs related to RIE CEE 2026
A score of 160 is the maximum possible score in the RIE CEE entrance exam. If you have scored 160 then you can get admission in your dream institute.
General candidates often need 60-70% marks (or higher in RIE CEE) and OBC/SC/ST candidates need progressively lower marks.
Scoring atleast minimum score i.e.; 60-70% is considered as safe
No, you can't change the allotted RIE after admission. Try to choose carefully during choice-filling round.
Candidates will be able to fill the RIE CEE application form 2026 through the website only at cee.ncert.gov.in.
The process typically involves applying online, waiting for the merit list release, and then proceeding to counselling and option entry for college selection.
RIE CEE Counselling is usually done in three rounds and it includes the spot phase if the seats remains vacant.
In RIE CEE, the counselling process is conducted by publishing the waiting and provisional list of qualified students on respected institution. Based on it, the applicant reaches the campus within the deadline with the documents and the fees.
The notification for 2026 hasn't been released yet. Based on last year,
| General/OBC | ₹1000/- |
| SC/ST | ₹800/- |
| Person with Disability (PwD) | ₹800/- |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | ₹800/- |
Candidates can work for the government or at a private school and earn a good salary and a decent living. Wide Range of Sectors to work. Candidates with a BSc BEd degree can work in schools, training centres, education departments, home tuitions, and academic consulting firms
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