IGNOU is accepting online applications for its entrance exam for B.Ed programmes. Candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria can fill in the application form online by December 31, 2023.
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is accepting online applications for its BEd programmes. Candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria can fill out the online application form till December 31, 2023. To fill the online application form candidates will have to visit the website - ignou-bed.samarth.edu.in/index.php.
While filling out the online application form candidates will be required to submit the filled-in application form with self-attested copies of their documents as specified in the admission form. After receiving the offer letter for admission candidates candidates will have to carry the original documents for verification.
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IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Dates
Events |
Dates |
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Notification Release date |
December 12, 2023 |
Online submission of IGNOU BEd entrance exam application form |
December 12, 2023 |
Last date to fill the online application form of the IGNOU BEd entrance exam |
December 31, 2023 |
Entrance Exam date |
January 07, 2024 |
Steps to apply for IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam?
Step 1 - Visit the official website - ignou.ac.in
Step 2 - On the homepage, scroll down and click on the hyperlink titled "Advertisement for Admission Announcement for PhD July 2023 session BEd and BSc Nursing Entrance Test for January 2024 session"
Step 3 - On the new page click on "BEd Portal Link" for the official link to proceed with the registration process.
Step 4 - Click on "New Registration" to log in.
Step 5 - Fill in the information and pay the prescribed application fee.
The application fee of the IGNOU entrance exam for the BEd programme is INR 1000 which can be paid through online mode. The test will be conducted for 2 hours and candidates will be shortlisted for the BEd course as per the merit list.

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Student Forum
Answered a month ago
No, once allotted, the IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Centre 2026 cannot usually be changed. Candidates are advised to carefully select their preferred city while filling the application form. In rare cases, IGNOU may allow changes, but only under specific conditions mentioned in the guidelines.
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Answered a month ago
The IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted at multiple centres across India. The exact list of exam cities is released in the official notification. Candidates can select their preferred exam centre during the application process, subject to availability of seats at that centre.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, the IGNOU BEd Admit Card 2026 clearly mentions the allotted test center along with the complete address. Candidates must report to this exam center on the scheduled date and time. Carrying the admit card is mandatory for entry into the examination hall.
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Answered a month ago
No, the IGNOU BEd Entrance Test 2026 application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to carefully read the eligibility criteria, notification, and instructions before applying to avoid mistakes or cancellation of their application.
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Answered a month ago
Candidates can pay the IGNOU BEd Application Fee 2026 online through debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking. Offline payment modes are not accepted. Payment must be made immediately after form submission, and a confirmation receipt should be downloaded for future reference.
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Answered a month ago
The application fee for the IGNOU BEd Entrance Test 2026 can be paid online using debit card, credit card, or net banking. The exact fee amount will be mentioned in the official notification. Payment confirmation is necessary to complete the application submission successfully.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, IGNOU usually provides an application correction window for the BEd Entrance Test 2026. During this period, candidates can log in to their account and make necessary changes. However, not all fields may be editable, so ensure accurate details while filling the form initially.
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Answered a month ago
For the IGNOU BEd Application Form 2026, the scanned passport-size photo should be in JPEG format, usually between 20KB–100KB. The scanned signature must be clear, in JPEG format, between 10KB–50KB. Uploading the correct size ensures smooth submission of the online BEd registration form.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, the graduation mark sheet is mandatory for IGNOU BEd admission 2026. Candidates must provide proof of their qualifying degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). Without valid academic certificates, the IGNOU BEd application will not be accepted by the university.
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Answered a month ago
If a candidate fails to report on the scheduled date, their admission will be cancelled and the seat allotted to the next candidate in the merit list.
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