Applications are now being accepted for the 4-year integrated Teacher Education Program, which aims to train and prepare aspiring educators. The selection process for this program will be based on the National Common Entrance Test conducted by the National Testing Agency. Various prestigious institutions such as Central & State Universities, IITs, NITs, and Government Colleges will consider the scores obtained in this test for the Academic Session 2023-24.
The National Common Entrance Test will consist of four sections, each assessing different aspects of the candidates' knowledge and aptitude.
Section 1: Language Proficiency (Choose Two Languages)
In this section, students will be required to demonstrate their proficiency in languages. They can select two languages out of a diverse range of 33 different languages provided.
Section 2: Domain-Specific Subjects
The second section of the examination will focus on domain-specific subjects. There will be 26 domains from which candidates can choose. They must select three domain-specific subjects relevant to their area of interest.
Section 3: General Test
Section 3 will encompass a General Test, evaluating the candidates' overall knowledge and understanding of various subjects.
Section 4: Teaching Aptitude
Section 4 will be dedicated to assessing the candidates' teaching aptitude, which is crucial for future educators. Both Section 3 and Section 4 are mandatory for all applicants.
Candidates will be required to appear for this computer-based test, which will be conducted in 178 cities across the country. This expansive reach ensures accessibility to a wide range of aspiring educators.
The last date for submitting applications is July 19, 2023. To obtain more information regarding the examination, interested individuals are advised to visit the official websites: www.nta.ac.in or www.ncert.smarth.ac.in.