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Indian Express
5 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
BEd admissions in Maharashtra: CET Cell to conduct state-level entrance test on June 20
In an important update for aspiring teachers, admission to the four-year BA/BSc-BEd (Integrated) course in Maharashtra will be based on a state-level entrance test to be conducted by the state's Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell on June 20 and not a national-level entrance test. In March, the state government had announced the discontinuation of the four-year BA/BSc-BEd (Integrated) course starting from the 2025-26 academic year, as it was going to be replaced by the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP), a new four-year teacher training program in line with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines. Admission to the ITEP course in Maharashtra was going to be based on a national-level entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). But even as aspirants waited for clarity on NTA's entrance test, a public notice was issued by the Maharashtra CET Cell recently declaring that admission to the BA/BSc-BEd (Integrated) course in the state will be as per the existing practice for this academic year. The public notice dated May 28 said, 'The NCTE, New Delhi (NCTE) has issued a public notice dated May 5, stating that the four-year B.A./ (Integrated) course will be discontinued from the academic year 2026-27 instead of 2025-26 and the present course will be converted into a four-year Integrated Teacher Training Course (ITEP) course. As a result, the Department of Higher Education, Mantralaya has directed that a CET and Centralized Admission Process (CAP) should be implemented for the four-year BA/BSc-BEd (Integrated) course only for the academic year 2025-26, by the Maharashtra CET Cell.' The online registration for the CET will be held between June 2 and June 15. After the announcement of the CET results, a separate schedule will be issued by the Maharashtra CET Cell for the centralised admission process for the four-year BA/BSc-BEd (Integrated) course. The move comes as a relief for many institutions offering this course. 'Since the announcement, several colleges were confused about the process of conversion from the existing BEd to IETP. Furthermore, there was little time to complete the process before the new academic year starts in June/July. This extension of a year will allow all colleges adequate time to plan ahead,' said the principal of a BEd college in Mumbai.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Valmiki College's MEd Course May See Light Of Day
New Delhi: Maharshi Valmiki College may soon start an MEd course, the approval for which it had got from National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), but the previous AAP govt kept it in abeyance, according to sources. The college wrote to BJP govt recently. Delhi govt said: "The file has been forwarded for processing and there will be a resolution soon." Education minister Ashish Sood said: "We were shocked to see so many files on education kept pending by the previous govt when they claimed to have revolutionised the education landscape. They have played with the futures of many children and we will rectify that." The college sought permission first in 2021–22, but the matter remained stuck, the sources said. The proposal initially received approvals from the directorate of higher education, NCTE, University of Delhi, and the college's governing body. However, official documents of the directorate of higher education, accessed by TOI, revealed that the proposal was subsequently "put on hold" after a discussion between the then deputy CM and then secretary (higher education) on June 8, 2021. The then director (higher education) mentioned in the file that "this is to be kept on hold. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pistol de sudură laser multifuncțional siginificant Află mai multe Undo Please put up a draft reply." As a result, the planned expansion — which aimed to accommodate 100 students — did not materialise. The documents show that the matter was again put up for approval on June 21, 2023. "It was discussed with the minister of higher education by then secretary of higher education and the director of higher education, who mentioned that "discussed with Hon'ble MoTTE in presence of secretary (TTE). Status quo as per para 140 on 39/N to be maintained as per the directions of Hon'ble MoTTE'." On being contacted, Aam Aadmi Party stated, "The number of seats were expanded in higher education during our tenure". Citing data from the 2024 budget speech, the party highlighted a significant increase in seats for technical education, which rose from 12,204 in 2014-15 to 62,000 in 2023-24. Similarly, the combined intake capacity of institutions like NLU Delhi, Ambedkar University, and GGSIPU went up from 71,416 in 2014-15 to over 91,000 in 2023-24. The party also pointed to a sharp rise in undergraduate and postgraduate enrollment in Delhi government colleges and universities—from 33,358 in 2014-15 to 64,602 in 2024-25. Maharshi Valmiki college is one of 12 DU institutions fully funded by Delhi govt. The colleges have frequently found themselves at the centre of controversy. Allegations have ranged from delays in fund disbursement, which impacted salaries and infrastructure development, to accusations of administrative interference and politicisation of academic functioning. According to the documents, the proposal to start the MEd programme , which included financial estimates, was sent to the finance department in 2017. The total cost for the programme was projected at Rs 88.7 lakh, which covered salaries for 10 assistant professors, two non-teaching staff, and expenses for furniture, IT and other equipment. The finance department referred the proposal to the planning department, which reviewed and supported the initiative in principle. However, it required the administrative reforms (AR) department to vet and approve the number of posts proposed. Subsequently, the finance department approved the financial estimate, subject to the AR department's confirmation on staff positions. Upon review, the AR department recommended only the creation of 10 teaching posts, comprising two professors, two associate professors, and six assistant professors, in line with NCTE regulations. It did not approve the two non-teaching staff posts, as the college did not provide details about existing sanctioned or vacant non-teaching positions. The directorate of higher education received approvals from the AR and finance departments to start the MEd course following NCTE norms. The college sought permission to start the course from the 2021-22 session. The proposal was discussed with higher authorities, including the then deputy CM, but the matter was put on hold. A letter dated Jan 7, 2022, was sent to the college instructing it not to proceed further.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
DAVV to launch integrated teacher education courses
Indore: Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV) is set to introduce three new four-year integrated teacher education programmes under its School of Education from the academic session 2026-27. The proposal for these courses—BSc-BEd, BCom-BEd , and BA-BEd—was approved by the university's Executive Council. The department will now submit a formal application to the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) in June for approval. According to Dr Laxman Shinde, head of the School of Education, DAVV, the integrated programmes will offer a comprehensive blend of subject knowledge and pedagogical training. These courses are aimed at students who completed Class 12 and are interested in pursuing a career in teaching. Each course will have an intake of 50 students, and admissions will be conducted through a non-CUET route. In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, these four-year programmes are being designed to create well-trained, practice-ready educators. The department developed the course structures between January and February this year. The NCTE is expected to evaluate the submitted proposal and conduct an inspection between July and August. The inspection will assess 15 key parameters, including the availability of qualified faculty, infrastructure, library, classrooms, computer labs, and other academic facilities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo Based on the inspection, formal recognition is anticipated by December. Once the recognition is granted, a university-level committee will convene to determine the semester-wise fee structure for each course. Dr Shinde added that this is the first time the university is launching integrated programmes in the Faculty of Education and sees it as a major step toward strengthening teacher training.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
College admission registrations begin with new eligibility norms
Indore: The registration process for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and NCTE courses began on Thursday across Madhya Pradesh, with the Department of Higher Education (DHE) introducing several key changes in eligibility rules for the 2025–26 academic session. A significant change this year is the revised eligibility for admission into the Master of Arts (MA). According to the new guidelines, only students who completed a three-year Bachelor of Arts under the old syllabus or under the National Education Policy (NEP) will be eligible for admission into MA programmes. Alternatively, candidates must qualify either the CUET or the university-level entrance test in the relevant subject. "Earlier, students from any stream, including BSc and BCom, could pursue MA. Now, this restriction significantly affects aspirants preparing for civil services and other competitive exams," said Dr Mangal Mishra, a senior educationist. Another concern is that the online admission portal currently displays only the profiles of govt colleges, leaving out private institutions. Principals of private colleges expressed dissatisfaction, fearing this would further impact their already declining admission numbers due to reduced visibility. Additionally, for the first time, a Bengaluru-based private firm was contracted to manage the online admission system instead of the previously used MPOnline platform.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Transparent teacher transfer policy introduced in Arunachal
Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh cabinet, led by CM Pema Khandu, took several key decisions aiming at accelerating the state's development. Among the major policy changes, the cabinet approved replacing the Teachers' Transfer and Posting Policy (2019-2020) with the revised Teachers' Transfer and Posting Policy, 2025, ensuring a fair and rational distribution of teachers and non-ministerial employees across government schools. The implementation of this policy will be managed through the Teachers Registry Portal , an automated system designed to facilitate transparent and logical transfers and postings. In a move to strengthen higher education , the cabinet sanctioned the creation of 32 teaching and non-teaching posts for Arunachal Pradesh University, Pasighat, including positions such as deputy registrar, librarian, assistant librarian, associate professor, and assistant professor. Additionally, the cabinet approved the " Marking Scheme for Direct Recruitment to PGTs and TGTs, Rules, 2025," which aligns with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines to ensure high teaching standards and address the shortage of subject teachers in govt schools. The cabinet further empowered deputy commissioners to suspend erring district officials and approved the creation of 200 Home Guard posts. It also cleared amendments to the recruitment rules for land management roles, including DLRSO, Surveyor, Mandal, and Field Assistant, as well as the restructuring of Arunachal Pradesh Civil Services to enhance governance. Another significant decision was the approval of a tripartite agreement between the Government of India, the Capacity Building Commission, and the Arunachal Pradesh administration under Mission Karmayogi. In addition, the cabinet granted in-principle approval for The Sunrise Festival in Anjaw district, promoting cultural Arunachal Pradesh cabinet, led by CM Pema Khandu, took several key decisions aiming at accelerating the state's development. Among the major policy changes, the cabinet approved replacing the Teachers' Transfer and Posting Policy (2019-2020) with the revised Teachers' Transfer and Posting Policy, 2025, ensuring a fair and rational distribution of teachers and non-ministerial employees across government schools. The implementation of this policy will be managed through the Teachers Registry Portal, an automated system designed to facilitate transparent and logical transfers and postings. In a move to strengthen higher education, the cabinet sanctioned the creation of 32 teaching and non-teaching posts for Arunachal Pradesh University, Pasighat, including positions such as deputy registrar, librarian, assistant librarian, associate professor, and assistant professor. Additionally, the cabinet approved the "Marking Scheme for Direct Recruitment to PGTs and TGTs, Rules, 2025," which aligns with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines to ensure high teaching standards and address the shortage of subject teachers in govt schools. The cabinet further empowered deputy commissioners to suspend erring district officials and approved the creation of 200 Home Guard posts. It also cleared amendments to the recruitment rules for land management roles, including DLRSO, Surveyor, Mandal, and Field Assistant, as well as the restructuring of Arunachal Pradesh Civil Services to enhance governance. Another significant decision was the approval of a tripartite agreement between the Government of India, the Capacity Building Commission, and the Arunachal Pradesh administration under Mission Karmayogi. In addition, the cabinet granted in-principle approval for The Sunrise Festival in Anjaw district, promoting cultural initiatives.
