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The Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Education (BA + B.Ed), offered as the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) at Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi, is a 4-year full-time, on-campus undergraduate programme designed under the National Education Policy (NEP 2020). The programme integrates liberal arts education with professional teacher training, preparing graduates to teach at the secondary level (Classes 6-12). With a total intake of 50 seats and an annual fee of Rs. 40,300, the course is offered by the Department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education (IASE), Faculty of Education. Admission is based on the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) conducted by NTA, making it one of the most competitive teacher education programmes in the country. JMI, ranked 4th among universities in NIRF 2025 and accredited NAAC A++, makes this programme highly sought after for aspiring teachers.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently ongoing. JMI's application window for NCET-based programmes opened on February 20, 2026, and remains open till 10 days after the declaration of NCET 2026 results. The NCET 2026 exam was conducted on April 17, 2026. Candidates who have appeared in NCET 2026 can apply to JMI by submitting their NCET registration number in the JMI admission form at admission.jmi.ac.in.

Key Points

This is a 4-year integrated programme (8 semesters) combining BA and B.Ed, aligned with NEP 2020 and approved by NCTE.
Admission is strictly through NCET (National Common Entrance Test) conducted by NTA; no separate JMI entrance test is held for this programme.
The programme qualifies graduates to teach at the secondary stage (Classes 6-12) and is equivalent to a standalone B.Ed degree for teaching eligibility.
JMI follows a robust reservation policy: 50% seats are reserved for Muslim Minority candidates, with sub-categories for Muslim Women, Muslim OBC, and Muslim ST.
An additional annual internship fee of Rs. 2,000 (3rd year) and Rs. 3,000 (4th year) is charged over and above the regular annual fee.
The programme follows the NCTE-prescribed curriculum integrated with JMI's own BA curriculum as per credit requirements.

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06 Apr, 2026 Jamia Millia Islamia Admission 2026 is open. Apply by Apr 10 (extended) for the university entrance test starting Apr 26, 2026, onwards. Candidates can also apply via national exam scores. Read more.

23 Feb, 2026 Jamia Millia Islamia BA + B.Ed Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.61 Lakhs.

JMI ITEP BA + B.Ed Fees

The ITEP BA + B.Ed programme at JMI is one of the most affordable integrated teacher education programmes in India, given its status as a centrally funded university. The annual fee is Rs. 40,300, which covers tuition and other academic charges. In addition, an internship fee is charged in the 3rd and 4th years. Hostel accommodation is available on campus (not mandatory) at a separate charge. The total programme cost over 4 years (excluding hostel) amounts to Rs. 1,67,200 (including internship fees and additional curricular fee).

Programme Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1	Year 2	Year 3	Year 4	Total (4 Years)
Annual Programme Fee	Rs. 40,300	Rs. 40,300	Rs. 40,300	Rs. 40,300	Rs. 1,61,200
Additional Curricular Fee	-	Rs. 1,000	-	-	Rs. 1,000
Internship Fee	-	-	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 3,000	Rs. 5,000
Total Fees (Excluding Hostel)	Rs. 40,300	Rs. 41,300	Rs. 42,300	Rs. 43,300	Rs. 1,67,200

Hostel Fees

Hostel Type	New Allotment (Annual)	Renewal (Annual)
Boys Hostel	Rs. 15,350	Rs. 12,550
Girls Hostel	Rs. 15,350	Rs. 12,550

Hostel accommodation is not mandatory and is subject to availability on a merit/points basis.
Mess charges are separate and paid directly to the hostel mess.
No EMI facility is officially offered; fees are paid semester-wise or annually as per university norms.
Fees are subject to revision by the university; candidates should verify the latest fee structure at admission.jmi.ac.in before applying.
The fee structure is the same for all categories (General, SC, ST, OBC, Muslim Minority) as JMI is a centrally funded institution.

JMI ITEP BA + B.Ed Admission 2026

Admissions to the ITEP BA + B.Ed programme at JMI for 2026-27 are based on NCET 2026 scores. The NCET exam was held on April 17, 2026, and JMI's application portal is open for NCET-qualified candidates. The selection list will be published by JMI after the final NCET 2026 rank/score is declared by NTA, strictly as per merit and JMI's reservation policy.

JMI Admission Schedule

Event	Date
JMI Online Application Form Opens	February 20, 2026
JMI Application Deadline (JMI Entrance Test programmes)	March 25, 2026
JMI Application Form Editing Window	April 1 - April 6, 2026
JMI Application Open for NCET-based programmes	February 20, 2026 till 10 days after NCET result
NCET 2026 Exam Date	April 17, 2026
NCET Result / Score Declaration	To be announced by NTA
JMI ITEP Selection List Publication	After NCET 2026 result declaration
Commencement of Academic Session	July/August 2026 (Tentative)

NCET Exam Dates

Event	Date
NCET 2026 Application Start Date	February 12, 2026
NCET 2026 Application Last Date	March 10, 2026
NCET 2026 Application Fee Payment Last Date	March 11, 2026
NCET 2026 Application Correction Window	March 12 - March 14, 2026
NCET 2026 Admit Card Release	April 13, 2026 (Tentative)
NCET 2026 Exam Date	April 17, 2026
NCET 2026 Result	To be announced by NTA

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board in any stream (Arts/Science/Commerce/Humanities).
A minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 is required for General/OBC candidates; relaxation of 5% is applicable for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Candidates must have qualified NCET 2026 conducted by NTA; NCET score is mandatory for admission.

Admission Process

Appear in NCET 2026 (conducted by NTA on April 17, 2026) and obtain a valid score/rank.
Fill the JMI online admission form at admission.jmi.ac.in and enter the NCET 2026 registration number.
JMI publishes a merit/selection list based on NCET score, strictly following JMI's reservation policy.
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and completion of admission formalities.
Pay the admission fee online within the stipulated time to confirm the seat.
Candidates failing to complete formalities within the deadline will forfeit their seat.

JMI ITEP BA + B.Ed Scholarships 2026

JMI students, including those enrolled in the ITEP BA + B.Ed programme, can avail a wide range of scholarships from government and private sources. As a centrally funded minority institution, JMI students from minority communities, SC, ST, OBC, and economically weaker sections are particularly well-supported. The university's Dean of Students Welfare office actively facilitates scholarship applications and disbursements.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (NSP)	Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi students; income below Rs. 2 lakh/year	Tuition fee + maintenance allowance (as per GoI norms)
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities (NSP)	Minority students; income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year; min. 50% marks	Up to Rs. 25,000/year (tuition + maintenance)
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (NSP)	SC category students	Tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (PM-USP CSSS)	Top 20 percentile in Class 12; income below Rs. 8 lakh/year	Rs. 10,000/year (UG)
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship (JMI Internal)	JMI students; merit-based	Variable; announced annually
Hakeem Abdul Hameed Scholarship (JMI Internal)	JMI students; merit-cum-means	Variable; announced annually
Jamia Teachers' Association (JTA) Scholarship	JMI students; financial need	Variable; announced annually
ONGC Merit Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC/General; merit-based	Rs. 48,000/year (UG)
Reliance Foundation UG Scholarship	First-year UG students; merit-cum-means	Up to Rs. 2 lakh/year
Vision 2026 Scholarship (Human Welfare Foundation)	Minority community UG/PG students	Variable

Most government scholarships (NSP-based) require application through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the stipulated annual deadline (usually October-November).
JMI internal scholarships are announced by the Dean of Students Welfare office; students must apply separately.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective awarding bodies.
Students are advised to check the JMI DSW notice board and official website regularly for scholarship announcements.

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JMI ITEP BA + B.Ed FAQs

Ques. Is NCET mandatory for admission to the ITEP BA + B.Ed programme at JMI, or can I apply through JMI's own entrance test?

Ans. Yes, NCET (National Common Entrance Test) conducted by NTA is mandatory for admission to the ITEP BA + B.Ed programme at JMI. JMI does not conduct a separate entrance test for this programme. You must appear in NCET 2026 and then fill the JMI admission form with your NCET registration number.

Ques. What subjects can I choose for the BA component in the ITEP BA + B.Ed programme at JMI?

Ans. The BA component follows JMI's BA curriculum as per the credit requirements prescribed by NCTE. The programme is designed for the secondary stage (Classes 6-12), and subject combinations typically include humanities and social science disciplines. Specific subject combinations are detailed in the NCTE curriculum adopted by JMI's Department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education.

Ques. After completing ITEP BA + B.Ed from JMI, am I eligible to apply for government school teaching jobs (TGT/PGT)?

Ans. Yes. The 4-year ITEP BA + B.Ed is recognized by NCTE and is equivalent to a standalone B.Ed degree. Graduates are eligible to appear for CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) and state TETs, and can apply for TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) positions in government and private schools for Classes 6-10. For PGT (Classes 11-12), a postgraduate degree is additionally required.

Ques. What is the reservation policy for the ITEP BA + B.Ed programme at JMI?

Ans. JMI follows a unique reservation policy as a minority institution. Approximately 50% of seats are reserved for Muslim Minority candidates (with sub-categories for Muslim Women, Muslim OBC-NCL, and Muslim ST). The remaining seats are open to all communities. Additionally, 5% reservation is provided for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), 5% for internal Jamia students, and relaxations are available for Kashmiri Migrants, NCC/NSS candidates, and outstanding sports persons.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for ITEP BA + B.Ed students at JMI?

Ans. Hostel accommodation at JMI is not guaranteed and is subject to availability. JMI has separate hostels for boys and girls with a combined capacity of over 4,000 students. Allotment is done on a points/merit basis. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation as soon as admission is confirmed. The annual hostel fee is approximately Rs. 15,350 for new allotments (excluding mess charges).

Ques. What is the difference between the ITEP BA + B.Ed and the standalone B.Ed programme at JMI? Which is better?

Ans. The ITEP BA + B.Ed is a 4-year integrated programme for Class 12 pass students, combining arts education with teacher training under NEP 2020. The standalone B.Ed at JMI is a 2-year programme for graduates. As per NCTE's new framework, the ITEP is being positioned as the preferred route for school teaching, and from 2030 onwards, a 4-year integrated B.Ed (ITEP) will be the minimum qualification for school teachers. For students who have just passed Class 12 and wish to become teachers, ITEP is the recommended path as it saves time and is future-proof.