The North East Regional Institute of Education (NERIE), located in Umiam, Meghalaya, is a leading educational institution serving the academic and teacher-training needs of the eight North-Eastern states—Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura. The institute offers a range of teacher education programmes, including B.Ed. and M.Ed. courses.

NERIE, Umiam has issued the official notification for the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 for admission to its two-year regular Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can submit their applications online through the official admission portal.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026 – Over View

Particulars	Details
Course Name	Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
Course Duration	2 Years (Regular Programme)
Affiliated University	North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong
Total Intake Capacity	50 Seats + 5 Seats reserved under EWS category
Academic Session	2026–2027
Entrance Examination	Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 conducted by National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
Examination Type	Entrance Test
Examination Date	28 June 2026
Application Mode	Online
Examination Centres in Assam	Guwahati, Jorhat, and Silchar
Helpdesk Email	ceesupport2026@riebbs.ac.in
Helpline Numbers	+91-8280337189, +91-8280337190

State-Wise Seat Distribution

State	Seats
Assam	15
Arunachal Pradesh	5
Manipur	5
Meghalaya	5
Mizoram	5
Nagaland	5
Sikkim	5
Tripura	5

Related Admission: B.Ed Admission 2026 through Dibrugarh University.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Commencement of Online Application Process	15 May 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application Form	05 June 2026
Availability of CEE 2026 Admit Card	20 June to 28 June 2026
Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026	28 June 2026

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Application Fee

Candidates applying for NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026 are required to pay the prescribed application fee through online payment modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking, NEFT, and other available digital payment options. The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category as detailed below:

Category	Application Fee
General (UR) / OBC	Rs. 1,400/-
SC / ST	Rs. 800/-
EWS	Rs. 800/-
PwD	Rs. 800/-

Applicants are advised to complete the fee payment successfully during the online application process, as applications submitted without the prescribed fee will not be considered for admission.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Eligibility

State Domicile Requirement

Applicants must select the State/Union Territory under which they are seeking admission. To establish eligibility for the chosen State/UT, candidates are required to produce any one of the following documents at the time of admission:

1. Qualifying Examination Certificate showing that the candidate has passed the qualifying examination from the concerned State/UT as specified in the admission notification and CEE-2026 guidelines.
2. Parent/Guardian Employment Certificate in cases where the candidate’s parent, guardian, or legal guardian is employed with the State Government, Central Government, Public Sector Undertakings, or Autonomous Bodies. A recent certificate indicating the place of posting in the concerned State/UT must be submitted.
3. Domicile/Residence Certificate issued by the competent authority of the respective State/UT, such as a domicile certificate, nativity certificate, or residential certificate.

Educational Qualification

To be eligible for admission to the two-year regular B.Ed. programme at NERIE, Umiam, candidates must satisfy the following academic requirements:

(a) Candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in either a Bachelor’s Degree and/or Master’s Degree in Science, Social Science, Humanities, or equivalent disciplines. Applicants holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science and Mathematics must have obtained at least 55% marks. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories are eligible for a relaxation of 5% marks in the minimum qualifying requirement.

(b) Candidates whose Bachelor’s Degree marks are below 50% (with applicable relaxation for SC/ST/PwD candidates) but who meet the eligibility criteria based on their Master’s Degree performance must still provide their graduation marks while filling out the online application form. The overall aggregate marks obtained in graduation across all subjects will be considered for calculating the 40% weightage prescribed in the admission process.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Course

The North East Regional Institute of Education (NERIE), Umiam, is one of the five Regional Institutes established by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT). The institute is entrusted with providing academic and technical support to the school education systems of the eight North-Eastern states—Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura. NERIE is affiliated with North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong.

Since August 2016, NERIE has been offering a two-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme for aspiring teachers from the North-East region. The programme is a full-time regular course approved by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Similar B.Ed. programmes have been successfully conducted for many years at other Regional Institutes of Education across the country and have earned widespread recognition for their quality and effectiveness.

The B.Ed. curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in subject knowledge, educational psychology, pedagogy, communication skills, technology integration, and practical teaching experience. The programme aims to develop competent and professionally trained secondary school teachers capable of meeting the evolving demands of modern education.

Students can opt for either of the following specialization streams:

• Science and Mathematics
• Social Science and Languages

Depending on the selected specialization, candidates receive subject-specific training along with exposure to innovative teaching methodologies, classroom management techniques, educational technology, and school-based practicum activities. This integrated approach helps future educators acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical teaching skills.

Admission to the B.Ed. programme is conducted annually, generally for the academic session beginning in July/August. Candidates seeking admission must qualify in the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) conducted for the purpose. The admission notification is usually released during March/April, while the entrance examination is generally held in May/June each year. Successful candidates are then admitted based on their performance in the entrance test and fulfillment of the prescribed eligibility criteria.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Pattern

Admission to the B.Ed. programme will be based on performance in the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026, which will be conducted in offline mode on 28 June 2026.

Particulars	Details
Name of Examination	Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026
Date of Examination	28 June 2026
Mode of Examination	Offline (Pen and Paper Based)
Duration	2 Hours
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Question Standard	Graduation Level
Examination Centres in Assam	Guwahati and Jorhat

Medium of Question Paper

• Language Proficiency in English section will be available only in English.
• Teaching Aptitude and Reasoning Ability sections will be provided in both English and Hindi languages.

Section-Wise Distribution of Questions

Subject Area	Number of Questions
Language Proficiency in English	20
Teaching Aptitude	30
Reasoning Ability	30
Total Questions	80

Candidates should prepare according to the graduation-level syllabus, with a focus on English language skills, teaching aptitude concepts, and logical reasoning abilities.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– How To Apply

Eligible candidates belonging to the eight North-Eastern states can submit their applications online through the official CEE admission portal. Follow the steps given below to complete the application process:

1. Visit the official admission website at www.cee.ncert.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the Important Web-Links section and click on the “Online Application Form” link.
3. Complete the registration process by providing the required basic details.
4. After successful registration, log in to the portal using your credentials.
5. Fill in all personal, academic, and other required information accurately in the application form.
6. Upload the necessary documents, photographs, and signatures as prescribed in the guidelines.
7. Pay the application fee online according to your category through the available payment options.
8. Review all the details carefully and submit the application form.
9. After successful submission, download and print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.

Candidates are advised to keep their registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the admission process to receive important updates and notifications.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Important Web-Links

Online Application Form	Click Here
B.Ed Entrance Guide	Click Here
Information Brouchre	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
CEE Syllabus	Click Here
Seat Matrix 2026	Click Here
Join WhatsApp Channel	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026 – Ranking Criteria

The final merit list for admission to the B.Ed. programme will be prepared by considering both the candidate’s performance in the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 and the marks obtained in the qualifying examination. The weightage assigned to each component is given below:

Basis of Evaluation	Weightage
Marks Secured in the Common Entrance Examination (CEE)	60%
Aggregate Marks in the Qualifying Examination	40%
Total Weightage	100%

Candidates will be ranked based on their combined score calculated from the above criteria. The final selection and admission process will be carried out according to the merit ranking, reservation policy, and seat availability.

NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– Exam Pattern or Syllabus

The Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 syllabus is divided into three major sections: Language Proficiency in English, Teaching Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. The detailed syllabus is outlined below:

1. Language Proficiency in English

This section is designed to assess candidates’ command of the English language and includes topics such as:

• Reading comprehension
• Sentence rearrangement and sequencing
• Fill in the blanks with appropriate words
• Error detection in sentences
• Selection of words or phrases with equivalent meanings
• Completion of incomplete sentences
• Synonyms and antonyms
• Idioms and phrases
• Prepositions
• Tenses
• Articles
• General grammar and vocabulary usage

2. Teaching Aptitude

This section evaluates a candidate’s suitability and understanding of the teaching profession. Important areas include:

• Attitude towards education, learners, and the teaching profession
• Interest and motivation for teaching
• Leadership qualities and classroom/group management skills
• Emotional and social adaptability
• Intrapersonal and interpersonal communication skills
• Digital initiatives in education and modern pedagogical practices
• Key provisions of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020
• Awareness of National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCF-SE) 2023
• Contemporary issues and developments related to school education

3. Reasoning Ability

This section tests analytical and logical thinking skills through various verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions, including:

• Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
• Missing numbers and number patterns
• Number series and letter series
• Theme identification
• Jumbled words and statements
• Analogy-based questions
• Odd one out
• Sequencing and arrangement of statements
• Statement and conclusion
• Syllogisms
• Logical reasoning problems
• Relationship-based questions and pattern recognition

Candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly in all three sections, as the examination is conducted at the graduation level and plays a crucial role in the admission process for the B.Ed. programme.

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NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026?

Ans: NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026 is the admission process for the two-year regular Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme offered by the North East Regional Institute of Education (NERIE), Umiam, Meghalaya.

Q2. What is the duration of the NERIE B.Ed course?

Ans: The B.Ed. programme offered by NERIE is a full-time regular course with a duration of two years.

Q3. How can I apply for NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026?

Ans: Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official CEE admission portal by completing the registration process, filling out the application form, uploading documents, and paying the prescribed application fee.

Q4. What is the last date to apply for NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026?

Ans: The last date for submission of the online application form is 05 June 2026.

Q5. When will the NERIE CEE 2026 examination be conducted?

Ans: The Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 is scheduled to be held on 28 June 2026.

Q6. What is the minimum educational qualification required for admission?

Ans: Candidates must have secured at least 50% marks in a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Science, Social Science, Humanities, or equivalent disciplines. Engineering and Technology graduates with Science and Mathematics specialization must have at least 55% marks. Relaxation of 5% is available for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

Q7. What is the application fee for NERIE B.Ed Admission 2026?

Ans: The application fee is Rs. 1,400/- for UR/OBC candidates and Rs. 800/- for SC, ST, EWS, and PwD candidates.

Q8. How is the final merit list prepared?

Ans: The merit list is prepared by giving 60% weightage to CEE 2026 scores and 40% weightage to aggregate marks obtained in the qualifying examination.

Q9. What are the examination centres available in Assam?

Ans: Candidates from Assam can appear for the CEE 2026 examination at Guwahati and Jorhat examination centres.

Q10. How many seats are available in the NERIE B.Ed programme?

Ans: A total of 50 seats are available for the B.Ed. programme, along with 5 additional seats reserved for the EWS category.

Q11. Is there any domicile requirement for admission?

Ans: Yes. Applicants must provide valid proof of eligibility for the State/UT against which they are seeking admission, such as a qualifying examination certificate, domicile certificate, or parent/guardian posting certificate.

Q12. Which university awards the B.Ed degree offered by NERIE?

Ans: The B.Ed. programme is affiliated with and the degree is awarded by North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong.