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 )
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.
- 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
IGNOU BEd Exam Pattern -Highlights
| IGNOU B.Ed 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 |
Check the Exam Pattern of Popular Teaching exams:
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)
|
20 |
20 |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
IGNOU B.Ed Entrance Test Marking Scheme
The marking scheme is tabulated below.
| IGNOU BEd Entrance Test Marking Scheme |
|
|---|---|
| Correct Answer |
+1 |
| Incorrect Answer |
0 |
| Un-attempted Question |
0 |
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 |
FAQs on IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Pattern 2026
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 7 hours ago
For the 2026 session, the IGNOU BEd admission dates hasn't been released yet. It might exeed for some programs.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 7 hours ago
The IGNOU BEd counselling begins after the IGNOU BEd entrance exam result declaration. The merit list is released based on which the candidates had to report with the required documents and fees at the chosen centre.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 7 hours ago
Yes, an IGNOU BEd degree is fully valid for government jobs in India, as IGNOU is a Central University recognised by UGC and DEB, and its degrees are treated as equivalent to regular degrees for all major government exams (UPSC, SSC, Teaching, etc.), provided you meet specific subject/marks criteria
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 7 hours ago
Indira Gandhi National Open University is expected to conduct the IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam is March. The notification for the same can be out anytime soon preferably in the first week of January.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 8 hours ago
Yes, Indira Gandhi National Open University conducts the IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam every year in March. Candidates who wish to complete BEd from IGNOU must clear this exam. The application form will be out in January.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
No, NCERT books are good for conceptual clarity. But, to prepare for IGNOU Entrance Exam, extra study material is required.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
No, but it isn't difficult either. The exam's difficulty is on moderate level. With right preparation, candidate's can crack IGNOU BEd Entrance Test
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
Start with checking syllabus and pattern. Make a timetable and spend atleast 2-3 hours on every subject. Attempt past year and mock papers.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
There are many books available in the market. These are some of the recommended books for IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam
| Book Name | Authors/Publisher |
|---|---|
| IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Guide | R Gupta |
| IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Entrance Guide | Shubhkamna Publication |
| Teaching Aptitude and Aptitude for Entrance Exams | Paperback Publications |
| IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Parvesh Pariksha 2020 (Hindi) | Arihant Publications |
| IGNOU BEd Entrance Test: Previous Years Papers (Solved) (Hindi) | Ramesh Publishing House |
| IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Preparation Guide | Paperback Publications |
| 15 Practice Sets for IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam | Arihant Publications |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
Indira Gandhi National Open University release the IGNOU BEd Entrance Exam Syllabus. It includes 4 main and 1 subject-specific section.
Part A
- General English Comprehension
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- Educational & General Awareness
- Teacher-learning and the School
Part B
- Subject-Specific Competence
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Contributor-Level 10
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