The Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 is conducted through the state-level entrance examination known as Bihar B.Ed CET. The entrance exam is conducted once every year by Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Darbhanga. However, there are some colleges in Bihar that also accept admission based on the marks obtained by the students in the qualifying examination. The Bihar B.Ed CET 2024 counselling started on July 11, 2024 and currently, the Round 2 seat confirmation process is ongoing. 

Bihar B.Ed CET 2024 is conducted for 2 hours in English and Hindi mode of languages. Bihar is one of the top choices to study B.Ed courses provided by various colleges affiliated with different universities. B.Ed is a two-year undergraduate degree course for those who aspire to become teachers in schools and colleges. Read this article to get detailed information on the Bihar B.Ed admission 2024, such as the eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, top colleges and more.

Bihar B.Ed Admission 2024 Highlights

To understand how Bihar B.Ed admission is conducted in different universities or institutions, candidates should check out the highlights. Find out all about the Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 highlights from the table given below:

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Bihar B.Ed Admission 2024 Dates

The important dates for Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 related to the B.Ed CET have been provided below:

Note: Candidates who are applying for a B.Ed programme in any of their preferred institutes in the state of Bihar that is conducting admission on a merit basis, candidates must visit the official website of that institute to check all the important dates related to the B.Ed admission process.

Bihar B.Ed Admission 2024 Eligibility Criteria 

Before filling up the application form for B.Ed courses, aspirants should check out the eligibility criteria first. Only if they are eligible for admission, should they fill up the application form. The CollegeDekho team has prepared the general eligibility criteria required to study the B.Ed course. Aspirants can also check out the Bihar B.Ed CET eligibility criteria if they are planning to appear for the exam. 

• Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or a master’s degree from an accredited university.
• They should have received at least 50% aggregate marks or above on the relevant exam (undergraduate/ postgraduate degree). The required minimum score for applicants from the reserved category is 45%.
• Most B.Ed admissions in the state of Bihar are offered through CET B.Ed, so, candidates must also fulfil the eligibility criteria for the Bihar B.Ed CET to become eligible for B.Ed admission in Bihar.
• There are very few colleges in Bihar that offer B.Ed admissions on a merit basis. A merit list is prepared by such institutions based on the aggregate marks obtained in the last qualifying exam.
• Candidates must be untrained service teachers, service teachers in elementary schools, or have completed a teacher training program approved by the NCTE to be eligible for the distance education program.
• There’s no age limit for Bihar B.Ed admission 2024.
• The eligibility criteria will not be the same for all colleges and universities. Hence, aspirants are advised to visit the official website of their preferred colleges to check their specific requirements for B.Ed admission in Bihar.

Bihar B.Ed Application Process 2024

The application process for the Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 is conducted online in most colleges while some colleges conduct offline admissions. Candidates are advised to check the official website of their preferred colleges to know the mode and process of registration and application. The general online application process for the Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 is as follows:

• For B.Ed admission, students have to visit the official website of their preferred institution.
• On the official website, new candidates have to register themselves by providing details like full name, email address, mobile number, etc.
• After registration, candidates will be required to re-login to the official website.
• Then, candidates can start the online application process by clicking on the application form on the official webpage.
• After opening the online application form, they need to fill out all the required information like name, date of birth (DOB), gender, email address, permanent address, course choice (if applicable), mobile number, father’s name, mother’s name, etc.
• The scanned photograph and signature have to be uploaded in a prescriB.Ed format.
• The candidates must cross-check the details filled in and ensure zero discrepancies before clicking on the submit button.
• After submitting, candidates will be redirected to the payment gateway page to pay the required online application fee. Candidates can pay the fee via debit card/ credit card/ net banking/ UPI (if applicable).
• After successfully paying the application fee, candidates will receive an acknowledgement email on their registered email address. 
• Candidates need to take a printout of the fee payment receipt for future reference.

Application Process - Offline Mode

For institutes that allow offline submission of the application fee, candidates would be required to download the B.Ed application form from the official website and fill out the same then send it along with a demand draft payable to the concerned authority at a prescriB.Ed address.

Bihar B.Ed CET 2024 Registration Process

Since the majority of colleges in Bihar offer B.Ed admissions based on CET scores which is an entrance exam for admission to B.Ed programmes in the state, therefore, candidates who want to apply to a college which requires Bihar B.Ed CET scores, must apply for the entrance exam and the application process for the same is mentioned below:

Candidates can follow the steps listed below to successfully fill out and submit their Bihar B.Ed CET 2024 application form:

• Visit the official website at biharcetB.Ed-lnmu.in.
• Click on the “Apply for Entrance Exam” tab visible on the homepage of the official website
• Afterwards, select "Register for New User Account."
• Enter your full name, the course you're applying for, your email address, and a working mobile number now.
• You will then be provided official credentials in the form of a User Name and Password after you enter "Submit."
• Now, sign in using the provided login information and enter the captcha code.
• Begin filling out the examination registration form/ application form.
• Ensure each of the details is filled out correctly.
• Upload the scanned photo and signature in the prescriB.Ed format
• The Payment Window for fee payment will open once the application form has been submitted in full. Candidates from various categories will need to pay an application fee, which can be done via net banking, debit card, or credit card.
• Take a fresh print of the confirmation page after carefully reading the application and submitting it, and save it for your records.

Important Documents for Bihar B.Ed Admission 2024

It is very important to be ready with all the crucial documents before starting the online application process for the Bihar B.Ed admission 2024. A few of the prime documents required during the Bihar B.Ed application/ counselling process are as follows:

• Aadhaar Card or any other valid government identity proof
• Mark sheet of qualifying examination (10th, 12th, and graduation)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Income certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile certificate of Bihar state
• Passport size photographs
• Character certificate from the previous institution
• Migration certificate (if applicable)

It is advisable to check the official notification or prospectus of your preferred college for any additional documents that may be required.

Candidates can appear for B.Ed CET when they have all the necessary documents ready during the application form fill-up. Find out the documents needed during B.Ed application process:

• A valid mobile number is needed to receive SMS-based alerts and information about the online application, the admit card, and other connected matters until the admissions process is complete.
• A recent coloured passport-size photo that has been scanned (only in jpeg format. A scanned image must not have a file size larger than 100 KB).
• Scanned signature of the applicant on a white sheet with a black ballpoint pen (only in jpeg format). The scanned signature's file size must not exceed 100 KB.
• An email account to receive all the important emails related to the B.Ed admission process and other future correspondences.
• A valid debit card/ credit card/ net banking to pay the fees.

Bihar B.Ed Application Fee 2024 

The application fee for admission to B.Ed courses in Bihar may vary depending on the institution or university offering the program. Generally, the application fee for B.Ed admission in Bihar ranges from Rs 500 to Rs 1500. However, it is recommended to check the official website of the specific institution or university to confirm the exact application fee for their B.Ed course.

The application fee for Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 through B.Ed CET is mentioned in the table below:

Bihar B.Ed Selection Process 2024

The selection process for Bihar B.Ed admission 2024 depends on the college or the university that is offering the course. However, candidates have to go through two modes of admission/ selection criteria for B.Ed courses in Bihar: merit-based and entrance exam-based.

Merit-Based Selection Process 

Under the merit-based admission criteria, candidates are granted admission based on their performance in the qualifying exam. The general eligibility criteria for B.Ed admission in Bihar is that the candidate must have completed their Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks. The colleges will be preparing the merit lists based on the scores obtained by the candidates in their last qualifying examination. Some colleges may also conduct a personal interview round before finalizing admission to the course.

Entrance Exam-based Selection Process

In this process, the colleges/ universities will take into consideration the marks scored by the candidates in the B.Ed entrance examination. Admission to B.Ed colleges in Bihar is usually done based on the Bihar B.Ed CET score. Candidates must pass the entrance test and secure their name in the merit list that is prepared based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam to get admission to their desired college to pursue the B.Ed course. Those who will have a high score will get the opportunity to be admitted to renowned government B.Ed colleges in Bihar.

In both merit-based and entrance exam-based admission criteria, the candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria and meet the cutoff requirements to be eligible for the Bihar B.Ed admission 2024. The candidates must also submit their application forms and required documents within the deadline. Overall, the admission process for B.Ed courses in Bihar is competitive and requires candidates to perform well in the entrance exam to secure a seat for the course.

Entrance Exam for Bihar B.Ed Admission 2024

Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Kameshwaranagar, Darbhanga, administers the Bihar Bachelor of Education Combined Entrance Test (Bihar B.Ed CET), a state-level teaching entrance examination. Every year, the entrance exam is held to admit qualified applicants to the regular B.Ed, distance B.Ed, and Shiksha Shastri B.Ed programmes provided by various colleges affiliated with different universities throughout Bihar.

The exam consists of a total of 120 multiple-choice questions with a total of 120 marks. The duration of the exam is two hours. There is no negative marking in the exam and the Bihar B.Ed CET 2024 will be conducted in an offline mode (pen and paper-based). The exam consists of five sections listed below:

• General English or General Sanskrit (for Shiksha Shastri candidates only)
• General Hindi
• General Awareness
• Teaching-Learning Environment in Schools
• Logical and Analytical Reasoning

Bihar B.Ed Admission 2024 Seat Reservation

The category-wise seat reservation for the Bihar B.Ed admissions is tabulated below:

Also Read: Most Important Topics for Bihar B.Ed CET 2024

Top Bihar B.Ed Colleges 2024

The Bihar B.Ed CET participating colleges offer the B.Ed course through the counselling process. There are some good colleges in Bihar for aspirants who want to pursue their careers as teachers. Aspirants can also look for top B.Ed colleges in India to study the B.Ed course. We have listed here a few of the top Bihar B.Ed colleges that you should consider pursuing your B.Ed to have a high scope of employability and career growth.

Overall, the Bihar B.Ed admission process is a rigorous but fair process that provides equal opportunities to all deserving candidates who wish to pursue a career in the education sector and also develop the education sector in the state by churning out quality teachers.

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