Diploma in Education (D.Ed)

This program provides training for aspiring teachers, focusing on pedagogical skills, classroom management, and educational theories, preparing students for teaching roles in various educational settings.

Course Duration

2 years (varies by region and institution)

Average Fees

₹5,000 - ₹50,000 per year (varies by government vs. private institutions)

Entrance

Based on 10+2 marks or state-specific entrance exams

Principles of Education
Child Development and Psychology
Teaching Methods and Techniques
Curriculum Planning and Assessment

Lesson planning and delivery
Classroom management and discipline
Understanding child psychology
Use of teaching aids and technology

10+2 pass with a minimum of 50% marks (any stream; relaxation for reserved categories)
Age: 17-35 years (varies by state)

State-specific exams (e.g., Punjab D.Ed Entrance Test)
Merit-based admission in some regions
Institute-specific aptitude tests

Primary School Teacher, Assistant Teacher
Educational Coordinator, Tutor
NGO Educator, Curriculum Developer
Opportunities in government and private schools

Entry: ₹2L-₹3.5L p.a.
Mid: ₹3.5L-₹6L p.a.
Senior: ₹6L-₹10L p.a. (depends on experience)

Government College of Education, Chandigarh
- Contact Email: principal.gced@chd.nic.in
- Phone Number: +91-172-2740386
- Website: gcedchd.ac.in
- Details: Offers teacher training with practical exposure.
Guru Nanak College of Education, Ludhiana
- Contact Email: gnce.ludhiana@gmail.com
- Phone Number: +91-161-2450501
- Website: gnceludhiana.com
- Details: Known for educational pedagogy.
Malwa Central College of Education, Ludhiana
- Contact Email: mcceludhiana@gmail.com
- Phone Number: +91-161-2501453
- Website: malwacentralcollege.com
- Details: Focuses on teaching methodologies.
Punjab University, Chandigarh (Education Department)
- Contact Email: education@puchd.ac.in
- Phone Number: +91-172-2541143
- Website: puchd.ac.in
- Details: Provides D.Ed with academic support.
Rayat Bahra College of Education, Mohali
- Contact Email: info@rayatbahra.com
- Phone Number: +91-172-5081900
- Website: rayatbahrauniversity.edu.in
- Details: Offers practical teacher training.

Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar
- Contact Email: rie.bbsr@nic.in
- Phone Number: +91-674-2540534
- Website: nce.rt.ernet.in/riebbs
- Details: Premier institute for teacher education.
District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Delhi
- Contact Email: diet.delhi@nic.in
- Phone Number: +91-11-22151341
- Website: edudel.nic.in
- Details: Focuses on primary education training.
Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi (Education Faculty)
- Contact Email: admission@jmi.ac.in
- Phone Number: +91-11-26981717
- Website: jmi.ac.in
- Details: Known for educational courses.
SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
- Contact Email: info@sndt.ac.in
- Phone Number: +91-22-22031879
- Website: sndt.ac.in
- Details: Offers D.Ed for women educators.
University of Mumbai (Department of Education)
- Contact Email: education@mu.ac.in
- Phone Number: +91-22-26543000
- Website: mu.ac.in
- Details: Provides comprehensive teacher training.

Employability Rating

7/10 (Moderate demand in education)

Growing need for qualified teachers in rural and urban schools drives demand for D.Ed graduates.