Course Description
The Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) is a dual-major, four-year undergraduate programme designed to prepare teachers for different levels of school education, including the foundational, preparatory, middle, and secondary stages. The programme currently offers the B.A. B.Ed. degree, while B.Sc. B.Ed. and B.Com. B.Ed. are proposed as upcoming programmes. It provides expertise in both the chosen discipline and teacher education through academic coursework, pedagogy, classroom management, teaching methodologies, and extensive practical teaching experience, offering a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) introduced ITEP as a flagship initiative under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, integrating general education with professional teacher training to develop competent and skilled teachers.
Nagaon University, a Government of Assam institution, functions in accordance with the guidelines of the Department of Higher Education, Government of Assam, and the University Grants Commission (UGC). To strengthen teacher education in the region, the University has applied to the Eastern Regional Committee (ERC) of NCTE for approval to introduce the four-year integrated B.A. B.Ed. programme under ITEP, with the objective of preparing professionally trained teachers for different stages of school education.
Eligibility
To be eligible for admission to the Integrated BA-B.Ed program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- ***Educational Qualification: Successfully complete the 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board in India.
- ***Minimum Marks: Achieve the required minimum percentage of marks as specified for your respective category.
- ***Entrance Examination: Appear for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and meet the necessary eligibility requirements.
Duration
4 years