IGNOU BEd Entrance Test

To register for the counselling process candidates will have to follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the official website of IGNOU and check the dates.

2. Visit the regional centre in offline mode.

3. Pay the counselling registration fee.

4. Fill your preferences for the centre.

5. Submit and lock your choices before the deadline.

6. Ensure that all details are accurate and the choices are finalized before submission.

If candidates find discrepancies in the IGNOU BEd 2026 answer key, candidates can follow the steps below:

1. Visit the official IGNOU BEd website.

2. Click on the "Answer Key Objection" link.

3. Login with their credentials.

4. Select the question (s) they want to challenge and upload valid proof.

5. Pay a nominal fee (if applicable) and submit the objection.

6. After reviewing all objections, the final answer key is released before result declaration.

The IGNOU BEd entrance exam is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode. Candidates must mark their answers on the OMR sheet using a black or blue ballpoint pen. Since the exam is objective, candidates should carefully fill in the answer choices to avoid any mistakes. OMR sheets are scanned and evaluated electronically, so multiple markings may lead to the disqualification of that answer.

The IGNOU BEd counselling process begins after the results are declared and the merit list is released. It is conducted in multiple rounds to accommodate candidates with different ranks. Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates regarding the exact schedule and important dates to avoid missing any deadlines.

The IGNOU BEd counselling is a process through which qualified candidates are allotted seats in B.Ed programs * per their merit. It ensures a fair and systematic allocation of seats based on the candidate's rank, preferences, and availability. Counselling involves several stages, including registration, document verification and seat allotment.

To prepare for the IGNOU BEd entrance exam candidates can refer to books like -

"Teaching Aptitude and General Knowledge" by Arihant Publications, and other specific guides for reasoning and general awareness. For current affairs, daily newspaper reading is highly recommended.

Here are the expected important dates for IGNOU BEd entrance exam (official dates may vary):

- Notification Release: February 2026

- Online Application Starts: February 2026

- Last Date to Apply Without Late Fee: March 2026

- Hall Ticket Download: July 2026

- Exam Date: July 2026

- Result Declaration: Within 10–15 days after the exam

Candidates should keep checking the official website regularly for updates and any changes in the schedule.