IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Indira Gandhi National Open University Bachelor of Education Entrance Test 2026 ( IGNOU BEd Entrance Test )

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Porishmita Paul
Updated on Jan 25, 2026 22:20 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern 2026: The exam conducting authority, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) sets the exam pattern of the BEd entrance exam which is mentioned in its official notification. Candidates taking the IGNOU BEd entrance exam can check the pattern before starting their preparation. The exam pattern of IGNOU BEd entrance exam consists of the mode, sections, and types of questions asked IGNOU BEd exam along with the marking scheme. As per the exam pattern, the IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test is of 2-hour duration exam while the exam is conducted in offline mode. As per the IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test Pattern question paper is divided into two parts (parts A and B) spread over a total of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The maximum number of marks that candidates can secure in the exam is 100. Questions in the IGNOU B.Ed entrance test will be asked in both Hindi and English languages.

Table of contents
  • IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern -Highlights
  • IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test Section-Wise Pattern
  • IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test Marking Scheme
  • IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Syllabus 2026
  • FAQs on IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Pattern 2026
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IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern -Highlights

The IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern 2026 ensures a balanced evaluation of teaching aptitude, reasoning ability, and subject knowledge for aspiring teachers.

IGNOU BEd Entrance Test Pattern

Mode of exam

Offline

Duration of exam

2 hours

Number of sections

2

Number of questions

100

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total marks

100

Language of question paper

Hindi and English

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IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test Section-Wise Pattern

Choose one subject in section B.

Section

Number of Questions

Marks

Part-A

General English Comprehension

10

10

Logical & Analytical Reasoning

20

20

Educational & General Awareness

25

25

Teaching-Learning & the School

25

25

Part-B

Subject (choose 1)

  • Science
  • Mathematics
  • Social Science
  • English
  • Hindi

20

20

Total

100

100

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IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test Marking Scheme

The IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern 2026 check how good you are in teaching things and thinking smart. It looks at your reasoning skill, subject knowledges, and how you understand teaching ideas. You get tested in many small ways so it’s fair for everyone who want to be a teacher. This IGNOU BEd exam pattern 2026 make sure you show what you really know, not just remember stuff. It’s made simple but still test your brain in right balance. You learn how to think, not only answer. For every student dreaming to be teacher, this exam pattern help you see where you stand. IGNOU BEd 2026 exam pattern is like a small mirror that show your teaching mind, your logic, and your subject power all together. It’s made so you can prove you ready for the next step in your teaching journey.

IGNOU BEd Entrance Test Marking Scheme

Correct Answer

+1

Incorrect Answer

0

Un-attempted Question

0

Also Check: IGNOU BEd Entrance Question Papers 2026 

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IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Syllabus 2026

Along with prescribing the pattern the exam conducting body also prescribes the IGNOU BEd entrance exam syllabus 2026. Candidates preparing for the exam must go through the syllabus along with the pattern to know the subjects, topics, and sub-topics from which the questions will be based.

From the following table candidates can check the IGNOU BEd 2026 syllabus - 

English Comprehension

Logical and Analytical Reasoning

Education and General Awareness

Teaching Aptitude

Basic Grammar

Reading comprehension

Idioms and phrases

Antonyms and synonyms

Alphanumeric Series

Analogy

Classification

Coding – decoding

Calendar

Nonverbal

Number Series

Blood relation

Logical reasoning (Syllogism, question-based on the statement)

Geography

Social science, Current affairs

History

Political science

Aptitude & Development of Student

Responsibility towards Societies

Development of Teacher Education in India

Teaching Ability

Experiments Related to School & New Findings Activities

Fundamentals & Principles of Education

Child-Centered & Progressive Education

Inclusive Education

Learning & Pedagogy

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FAQs on IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Pattern 2026

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Answered a month ago

The Student Evaluation Division (SED) of IGNOU is entrusted with the responsibility. They conduct the examinations and evaluate for 2 sessions of examinations in a year both in offline and online modes.

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Anshul Jindal

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Answered a month ago

No, even in IGNOU, students need to study and clear the exams. They even need to complete the assignments as 40 marks are given out of it.

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Anshul Jindal

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The IGNOU BEd entrance exam will be conducted for a total of 100 marks

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Anshul Jindal

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A good score for the IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Exam varies by category. For general, it is 70%, SC/ST/OBC, 50 to 60%.

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Anshul Jindal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, 36 out of 100 is generally a pass in most IGNOU undergraduate (UG) courses for the theory exam. Completing assignments is as important.

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Anshul Jindal

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The IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Syllabus is divided into two parts.

SyllabusSection-Wise Topics
General English ComprehensionBasic Grammar
Reading Comprehension
Idioms & Phrases
Synonym & Antonym
Logical and Analytical ReasoningNumber Series
Coding Decoding
Calendar
Classification
Analogy
Blood Relation
Number and Alphanumeric series
Logical Reasoning
Educational and General AwarenessHistory
Geography
Political Science
Social Science
Current Affairs
Teaching, Learning, and the SchoolFundamentals and Principles of Education
Inclusive Education and Teaching Ability
Learning and Pedagogy
Development of Teacher Education in India
Responsibilities Towards Society
Aptitude and Development of Students
Experiments Related to School and New Finding Activities
Child Centred and Progressive Education

Part B

SyllabusSection-Wise Topics
EnglishWord Usage
Grammar
Reading Ability
English Literature
HindiWord Usage
Grammar
Reading Ability
Hindi Literature
SciencePhysics
Chemistry
Biology
Social StudiesHistory
Geography
Economics
Political Science
Social Science
Current Affairs
MathematicsArithmetics
Number System
Simplification
Algebra
Geometry
Trigonometry

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Anshul Jindal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

After IGNOU BEd entrance exam is held in March, the conducting body takes approximately 45 days to declare the results. As per last year trends, it is expected to be announced in June 2026.

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Anshul Jindal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

To check the result, candidates need to login using their credentials. It will be displayed on the screen.

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Anshul Jindal

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IGNOU takes around 45-60 days to declare the result after the IGNOU BEd entrance exam.

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