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West Bengal University of Teachers Training, Education Planning and Administration (WBUTTEPA) works as a centralized institute for all institutions providing education in the teacher’s training. The university offers B.Ed, M.Ed, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs in various disciplines. WBUTTEPA is currently accepting applications for B.Ed through the official website.
Table of Content
- WBUTTEPA offers a centralized online admission to B.Ed, M.Ed, M.Phil, and Ph.D. program.
- For B.Ed., candidates must have passed the Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Minimum eligibility for M.Ed. is candidate must have passed B.Ed. / B.El.Ed. / D.El.Ed. with a UG degree/ B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. with at least 50% marks.
- Admission to B.Ed. is done on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination.
- Selection to M.Ed. is done on the basis of the admission test.
- For M.Phil and Ph.D., candidates are selected on the basis of academic score and interview.
Admission Highlights 2024
| Name of the University | West Bengal University of Teachers Training, Education Planning, and Administration (WBUTTEPA) |
| University Type | Private |
| Basic Admission Criteria | Merit-Based: B.Ed. |
| Admission Test: M.Ed. | |
| Academic Score & Interview: Ph.D. & M.Phil | |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Counseling | Online |
WBUTTEPA B.Ed. Admission 2024
WBUTTEPA offers a B.Ed program in various subjects for a duration of a maximum of three years. Minimum eligibility for B.Ed. program is a candidate must pass in a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with minimum 50% marks or BE/ B.Tech degree with Science or Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks with ME/M.Tech degree. The selection of the candidates can be done on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination.
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| B.Ed | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate. | On the basis of merit in the qualifying examination |
Maximum marks for a different level of examinations shall be as follows:
| Examination | Weightage |
| Madhyamik / Equivalent exam | 20 |
| Higher Secondary Examination | 20 |
| BA / B.Sc / B.Com / BBA / BCA (General / Pass) | 20 |
| BA / B.Sc / B.Com (Honours) | 30 |
| B/E / B.Tech | 30 |
| MA / M.Sc / M.Com / MBA / MCA | 30 |
Key Points:
- M.Phil 5 score to be added directly
- Relaxation of 5% marks will be given to the reserved category.
- 20% of the seats for self-financed colleges and 50% of the seats are reserved for WBUTTEPA.
WBUTTEPA M.Ed. Admission 2024
WBUTTEPA offers M.Ed. program for a duration of two years. Minimum eligibility for M.Ed. program is candidate must have passed B.Ed. / B.El.Ed. / D.El.Ed. with a UG degree/ B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. with at least 50% marks. Selection is done on the basis of the admission test conducted by the university.
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| M.Ed | B.Ed./ B.El.Ed./ D.El.Ed. with a UG degree/ B.A. B.Ed. / B.Sc. B.Ed. with at least 50% marks | Admission Test |
Key Points:
- 30% of the seats are allotted for the Language group, 30% for Science and Mathematics group, and 40% of the seats for the Social Science group.
- Deputed teachers serving in substantive posts in Teachers ‘Training Institutions’ will be given preference.
- Relaxation of 5% marks will be given to reserved category candidates.
WBUTTEPA M.Phil & Ph.D. Admission 2024
The university offers Ph.D. and M.Phil program in Teacher Education with an intake of 15 candidates in each program. Minimum eligibility for both the research-level program is candidate must have passed MA in Education or M.Ed. with an aggregate of 55% marks is compulsory and any of the following: B.Ed. with 55% marks in aggregate and Honours degree in any subject Or four-year integrated Teachers Education Program (BA, B.Ed./ B.Sc. B.Ed.) with 55% marks or equivalent.
For Ph.D., NET/SET (West Bengal) score is mandatory for admission. Selection to both the program is done on the basis of the academic score (maximum 10 marks for MA (Education) and maximum 10 marks for B.Ed.) and interview score (Maximum 10 marks).
| Course | No. of Seats | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Phil. | 15 | M.Ed. or M.A in Education with 55% marks in aggregate | On the basis of academic score and interview |
| Ph.D. | 15 |
Key Points:
- Candidates who have done an Integrated Course in B.A. B.Ed/ B.Sc. B.Ed with a minimum of 55% marks is also eligible to apply in the M.Phil program.
- There is a relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ ST/ OBC and PH categories.
- Candidates who already have a Ph.D. degree in any subject other than Education or hold a Ph.D. degree with NET score are also eligible to apply for a Ph.D. program.
WBUTTEPA Application Process 2024
West Bengal University of Teachers Training, Education Planning, and Administration (WBUTTEPA) offers an online application for the admission in its various programs.
- Visit the official website of the university and click on the Apply Online button.
- Fill the application form with respect to the due guidelines and pay the fees online.
- After applying, the candidate must take the printout of the application form and fees receipt for future reference.
For B.Ed: At the time of Counselling, candidates must bring the following documents for verification:
- Release certificate by the Principal of the previous Institution
- Pass certificates of the last exam (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
- Attested copy of M.C. resolution regarding deputation (if applicable)
- Three passport size photographs
- Deputation duly filled in (available after admission)
For Ph.D.: Documents required at the time of interview:
- Print out of online application form
- Bank receipt of the deposit application fees
- Photo-Id
- Photocopy of three documents with signature
- Caste Certificate, if applicable
- NOC in case of in-service candidates
Application Fees:
| Course Name | General Category | SC/ST/Differently Abled Category |
|---|---|---|
| B.Ed. | INR 600 | INR 350 |
| M.Ed. | INR 750 | INR 450 |
| Ph.D. / M.Phil | INR 1000 + Bank Charges | INR 500 + Bank Charges |
FAQ
Ques. What are the best BEd colleges under the affiliation of WBUTTEPA?
Ans. Some of the best B.Ed colleges under the affiliation of WBUTTEPA are as follows:
- Alipurduar Ashutosh B.Ed College
- Baikuntha College of Education
- Falakata B.Ed College
- Jalpaiguri Dooars Primary Teacher’s Training Institute
- Kabiguru Rabindra Nath College of Education
- Uttarayan College of Education
Ques. Does the university provide placement?
Ans. The university has a placement cell, managed by the teachers and students. The Placement Cell guides the students on how to decide their future career paths by counseling, motivating, and mentoring them. A number of teaching institutes visit the campus and provide a variety of job positions.
Ques. How are admission conducted at the Sishu Bikash College of Education?
Ans. Admissions at the college are made on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination followed by the counseling. The final selection of the students is made by the admission committee.
Ques. What is the pattern of the M.Ed admission test at WBUTTEPA?
Ans. The M.Ed admission test consists of 50 MCQ. Each question carries 1 mark with a negative marking of 0.25 for every wrong answer. The maximum duration of the exam is 90 minutes.
Ques. What is the fee for supplementary semester exams?
Ans. To appear for the supplementary exams at WBUTTEPA, you need to pay the fee in the following manner:
| Particulars | Fee |
| Examination Fee for one Supplementary Paper | INR 400 |
| Examination Fee for two Supplementary Papers | INR 600 |
| Examination Fee for all Supplementary Papers (Theoretical) | INR 700 |
| Examination Fee for all Supplementary Papers (Theoretical and Practical) | INR 900 (INR 200 to be retained by the college) |
Ques. What are other B.Ed colleges in Kolkata?
Ans. Some of the best B.Ed colleges in Kolkata are:
Ques. How is the faculty of WBUTTEPA?
Ans. The faculty of the university is well-qualified in their relevant fields with years of experience. The prominent members of the faculty hold a Ph.D. degree in education and the majority of the members hold a Master's degree in Education.
Ques. Is there a reservation criterion for the M.Ed admission at WBUTTEPA?
Ans. Yes, there are certain seats reserved for the special category of students.
| Category | Percentage of seats |
| Language group | 30 |
| Science and Mathematics | 30 |
| Social Science | 40 |
| Reserved category | 5 |
Ques. What is the exam schedule of WBUTTEPA?
Ans. The university conducts its examination two times in a year. The even semester examinations are usually conducted in the month of May and June. And, the odd semester examinations are conducted in the month of October and November.
Ques. What is the application fee and process for the M.Ed entrance test at WBUTTEPA?
Ans. Applicants can fill the application form online for the admission and pay an amount of INR 1,000 for the admission test.
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