Government College of Education, Jalandhar Admission 2025: Dates, Application Form, Courses, Fees & Eligibility

This is a very famous institution for excellent teacher training. It has specialized degree programs in education and recognized by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and it also has the approval by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Hence, the admission process at Government College of Education, Jalandhar aims to have the best students for its B.Ed and M.Ed courses. The admission cycle normally commences around July with the conduct of the combined entrance test by the State University (Punjab/Punjabi/Guru Nanak Dev University) for admission into B.Ed program. The admissions for M.Ed students are based on merit calculated from the eligible qualifying examination and/or entrance examination. 

It follows admission policies framed by the State Government/UT Administration. Eligibility criterion for admission to B.Ed course is a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university. The candidates must have completed a B.Ed degree or its equivalent from a recognized institutions for M.Ed admission. Some specific academic and age requirements units are different and depend on rules laid down by the government at the time of admissions.

Application Process

The following are application modes at Government College of Education, Jalandhar concerning programs:

For B.Ed program:

1. Register for the combined entrance test conducted by the State University (Punjab/Punjabi/Guru Nanak Dev University).
2. Appear for the Common Entrance Test, usually during July.
3. Wait for the merit list to be published based on the entrance test scores.
4. Those shortlisted shall proceed with the application process as directed by the institute.
5. Submit all required documents, including academic certificates and entrance test score card.
6. Pay application fees as specified by the college.

For M.Ed program:

1. See the college website or notice board of M.Ed admissions announcements.
2. Obtain and fill out the application form for the M.Ed program.
3. Submit completed application form with all necessary documents including B.Ed degree certificate and mark sheets.
4. Pay the required application fee
5. Participate in all other selection processes, if applicable, as per the policy of the State Government/UT Administration.

Commonly, required documents for both programs include:

• Passport size photographs
• 10th and 12th standard mark sheets and certificates
• Graduation degree certificate and mark sheet
• B.Ed degree certificate and mark sheets (M.Ed applicants)
• Entrance test score card (B.Ed applicants)
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Any other relevant certificates as specified by the institute

Degree wise Admission Process

B.Ed: The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program at the Government College of Education, Jalandhar is characterized by a tough admission procedure. All candidates need to take part in a combined entrance test conducted by the State University that is usually held in July for admission into the B.Ed course for every year. Based on the scores attained, the merit list is prepared. Of the total allotment, the college reserves 85 percent of the seats for the state pool category and the 15 percent for the All India category. It is through merit consideration of marks secured in either qualifying examination and/or entrance test that the admission is granted.

M.Ed: The Master of Education (M.Ed) program has an approved intake of fifty seats. The M.Ed admission procedure will basically depend on merit and, therefore, calculated from the marks obtained in the qualifying examination (B.Ed or equivalent) and/or an entrance examination. Further other criteria also may be incorporated as per policy of State Government/UT Administration in the selection process. Candidates are advised to check out the college website or may contact with the admission office for specific details regarding the M.Ed admission process.