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Teaching (D.El.Ed, B.Ed, TET and NET)
Professional course
Teaching is a stable, respected career. Primary teachers train after 12th; secondary teachers need a degree plus B.Ed; college lecturers need a master's and NET.
Who can join
12th for D.El.Ed or integrated B.Ed; a bachelor's degree for B.Ed; a master's plus NET for college posts.
Courses and options inside this path
- D.El.Ed
- B.Ed and integrated B.Ed
- CTET and state TET
- UGC NET for lectureship
Entrance exams and entry routes
What you can do after this
- Government and private school teacher
- College lecturer
- Coaching, ed-tech and training roles
- Education administration
Next steps
- Check NCTE-recognised teacher training colleges.
- Read TET and CTET notifications.
- Choose subjects you can teach well.
Official links
Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is Teaching (D.El.Ed, B.Ed, TET and NET)?
Teaching is a stable, respected career. Primary teachers train after 12th; secondary teachers need a degree plus B.Ed; college lecturers need a master's and NET.
Who can join Teaching (D.El.Ed, B.Ed, TET and NET)?
12th for D.El.Ed or integrated B.Ed; a bachelor's degree for B.Ed; a master's plus NET for college posts.
Which exams or entry routes are used for Teaching (D.El.Ed, B.Ed, TET and NET)?
CTET; UGC NET. Always confirm dates and rules on the official website.
What can you do after Teaching (D.El.Ed, B.Ed, TET and NET)?
Government and private school teacher; College lecturer; Coaching, ed-tech and training roles; Education administration.