The National Common Entrance Test (NCET) aims to streamline admission for students who have completed their 12th and wish to pursue undergraduate studies in disciplines like BA, B.Sc, and B.Com with integrated B.Ed programs.
To facilitate this National level combined entrance exam, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has forged collaborations with Regional Education Institutions (REIs), Indian Institute of Technology (IITs), National Institute of Technology (NITs), and various other state and central level universities.
Implementing this National Common Entrance Test (NCET) simplifies the various admission processes and determines admission in a Dual Major Programme. The first major is in Education with School Specific Stage specialization, and the second major is in an opted discipline, such as BA+B.Ed, B.Sc+ B.Ed, or B.Com+B.Ed. However, admission to these universities/institutions will be further evaluated with their set criteria.
So, What is going to change? The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) program, once typically spanning one or two years, has undergone substantial changes.
As per the New National Education Policy, only a four-year B.Ed teaching training will be considered eligible after 2030. Therefore, National Common Entrance Test is a strategic mechanism for advancing the broader objectives of educational reform and development outlined in the policy. And what does the policy say?
“In order to maintain uniform standards for Teacher Education, the admission to pre-service teacher preparation programmes shall be through suitable subject and aptitude test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and shall be standardized keeping in view the linguistic and cultural diversity of the country”
NEP 2020
So, It is important to understand the role of the National Common Entrance Test in this context and its association with the NTA.
Key Highlights of National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024)
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Undergraduate integrated degree course after class 12th.
No age limit.
CBE – Computer-Based Exam (to be conducted in 178 cities across India in 13 Languages).
Objective type multiple choice questions.
Duration of Examination – 180 minutes, with no negative marking.
160 questions to be attempted out of 181.
Total no. of Seats – 6100 for calendar year 2024-25.
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Purpose of National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024)
The B.Ed program has already been offered as one-year, two-year, and even four-year integrated courses in conjunction with undergraduate studies. So, what’s new in it? What is the purpose of National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024)?
- Transition to Unified (common) Entrance Exam: Previously, individual institutes and universities held their entrance exams, which resulted in inefficiency and consumed lots of time. Implementing a unified entrance exam streamlines the process, similar to how NEET does for medical admissions and GATE for engineering. Simplifies the admission process by providing a single gateway to enter various undergraduate programs for B.Ed.
- Standardization: Ensures a standardized evaluation process for all applicants, promoting fairness and equity in admissions.
- Merit-Based Selection: Facilitates merit-based selection of candidates, prioritizing academic excellence and aptitude.
- Efficiency: Reduces administrative burden on institutions by centralizing the assessment process, saving time and resources.
- Alignment with Policies: Supports the objectives of educational policies like the National Education Policy (NEP) by promoting transparency and accessibility in higher education.
- Quality Assurance: Enhances the quality of incoming students by attracting talented individuals through a rigorous entrance examination.
- Integration: Fosters integration among different educational institutions and disciplines by offering a common platform for admissions.
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Eligibility for National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024)
The National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024) offers an information bulletin primarily organized into several sections. These include details about the eligibility criteria for the examination, the process for submitting applications, the components of the exam and test, the pattern of the examination, and information about marks and scores.
| National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024) | |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Candidates who have passed 12th grade can apply for this exam. |
| Age Limit | No age limit. |
| Reservation | OBC: 27% of seats may be reserved for OBC candidates. EWS: 10% of seats may be reserved for EWS candidates. SC: 15% of seats may be reserved for SC candidates. ST: 7.5% of seats may be reserved for ST candidates. PwD: Candidates those who are suffering from 40% or more disability (specified disability) as certified by the certifying authority can claim benefits from NCET 2024 reservation criteria. A PwD certificate holder is given a reservation of 5% seats in each of the following categories: General, General-EWS, OBC, SC, ST. |
| Choice of Cities | Select any two cities of their choice. |
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Number of Intakes in Universities/Institutions
Based on the scorecard issued by National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024) provided by NTA, participating Universities, Institutions, and Government Colleges will prepare merit list and may conduct their individual counseling based on the scorecard and their set criteria.
My fellow students, It is advised, to regularly check the official websites of the respective universities/institutions for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
| Region | No. of Universities/ Institutions | Unit Value=50 | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Region | 25 | 36 | 2550 |
| Eastern Region | 12 | 11 | 1150 |
| Western Region | 14 | 15 | 1400 |
| Southern Region | 13 | 17 | 1000 |
| Total | 64 | 79 | 6100 |
Note this point!
- Candidates who will be appearing in National Common Entrance Test (NCET2024) will participate in the counseling/admission process of any central/State University, and Institution to which NCTE has granted recognition for ITEP for the academic session 2024-25.
- Universities, Institutions, and government colleges may fill up the vacant seats thereafter from the pool of NCET-qualified candidates.
- In all aspects related to National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024), the decisions made by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) will be considered final and will be binding on all applicants.
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Features of National Common Entrance Test 2024:
The National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024) is set to be administered in 13 languages all over India, using a computer-based testing format.
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- Mode of Test: The test will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- Test Pattern: The test will be objective type with multiple choice questions.
- Medium: The test will be conducted in 13 languages – Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
- Syllabus:
- Language: The language will be tested through reading comprehension, literary aptitude, and vocabulary.
- Domain Subject: The domain subject will be as per class 12 syllabus only.
- General Test: The general test will cover general knowledge, current affairs, general mental ability, numerical ability, quantitative reasoning, logical and analytical reasoning.
- Teaching Aptitude: The teaching aptitude will cover topics related to the teaching of Science, Arts, Mathematics, Performing Arts, Languages, etc.
- Registration: Registration will be online at
https://ncet.samarth.ac.in.
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Scheme and Subject combinations of National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024)
The scheme and subject combinations of the National Common Entrance Test are thoughtfully structured to evaluate the candidate’s language proficiency, understanding of specific subjects, general awareness, and teaching aptitude. Here’s a brief overview:
- Section 1 (Language):
- There are 38 different languages available.
- Two languages need to be chosen, referred to as Language One and Language Two.
- For each language, a separate language paper needs to be chosen.
- Each language paper consists of 23 questions.
- Out of these 23 questions, 20 questions need to be attempted.
- Section 2 (Specific Subject):
- 26 domain-specific subjects are being offered under this section.
- A candidate may choose any 3 subjects as desired.
- Section 3 (General test):
- This is a mandatory section.
- The general test will have 28 questions out of which 25 questions need to be attempted.
- Section 4 (Teaching Aptitude):
- This is a mandatory section.
- Teaching aptitude will have 23 questions.
- Out of these 23 questions, 20 questions need to be attempted.
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Examination Pattern of National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024)
All questions will be objective-type multiple-choice questions, just have a look:
| Test Paper | Total Questions | Total ques. to be attempted | To be chosen from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language-1 | 23 | 20 | To be chosen from section 1. (38 languages) |
| Language-2 | 23 | 20 | Other than language-1 in section 1. |
| Teaching Aptitude | 23 | 20 | Compulsory. |
| General Test | 28 | 25 | Compulsory. |
| Domain Specific Subjects-1 | 28 | 25 | To be chosen from section 2 (26 specific subjects). |
| Domain Specific Subjects-2 | 28 | 25 | Other than domestic specification subject 1 from section 2. |
| Domain-Specific Subjects-3 | 28 | 25 | Other than domestic specifications subjects 1 and 2 from section 2. |
| Total Questions | 181 | 160 |
Some important points to be kept in mind:
- There will be 160 questions to be attempted out of 181.
- There will be a choice of 3 questions in each subject.
- The examination may be conducted on multiple days in two shifts.
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Role of NTA in National Common Entrance Test
The Ministry of Education Government of India has established the National Testing Agency (NTA) as an independent autonomous and self-sustained premier testing organization.
National Testing Agency (NTA) has been entrusted with the responsibility of conducting National Common Entrance Test, for admission in 4-year Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) in central and state-level universities and institutions.
Now let’s talk about role of NTA:
- The role of NTA is confined to the registration of candidates, conducting tests, hosting answer keys, finalizing answer keys, preparing and declaring results, and handing over the score data to the Universities, Institutions, and Government colleges.
- To conduct efficient, transparent, international standardized tests, to assess the competency of candidates for admission.
- To ensure the educational and professional development standards.
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Note this point!
- Before starting to fill the application form candidates are advised to read the prospectus.
- Download the information bulletin and ensure your eligibility.
- Follow the steps given below to apply online: Step 1- Registration form, Step 2- Application form, and Step 3- Payment form.
- The option of language for quotient paper should be exercised while filling up the application form online and it cannot be changed at a later stage.
- Download save and print a copy of the confirmation page.
- Be careful because NTA does not modify/alter any information entered by the candidates after the completion of a form.
- The entire application process for National Common Entrance Test 2024 is online including uploading of scanned images, and documents, payment of fees, and printing of confirmation page, admit card, etc.
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Note this point about the Admit Card:
- E-admit card would be issued provisionally to the candidate through NTA website: https://ncet.samarth.ac.in.
- The admit card will be released three days before the examination date and candidates have to download it from NTA website.
- Candidates may please note that admit cards will not be sent by post.
- In no case, the duplicate admit card for the National Common Entrance Test 2024 will be issued at examination centers
This examination is a significant opportunity for aspiring teachers to gain a comprehensive education and contribute to the nation’s educational landscape. The National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2024) is not just a test; it’s a gateway to a rewarding career in education and a chance to shape the future of countless young minds. Good luck to all the aspirants!
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