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How to Become a Government Teacher: Career Guide, Courses, After 12th, Jobs, Salary 2023

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To become a government teacher there are certain prerequisites as per qualification that needs to be acquired by any aspiring candidates. In general, for becoming a government teacher a candidate must complete at least their graduation in any stream. After which they should mandatorily pursue a B.Ed or Diploma in Elementary Education degree from any recognised college or university. Students after completing their graduation are then eligible to pursue B.Ed courses.

The average salary of a primary government teacher in India can range from INR 2.60 LPA – 5 LPA. Whereas the average salary package of a senior secondary government teacher can go up to INR 8.85 LPA. However, with gradual experience and expertise the salary of a government teacher may witness a gradual hike. o become a Government, one must clear either the National level or State Level entrance exams that are conducted for enrolling teachers across the country such as CTET, STET and SET. Check: How to Become a Teacher

Other than becoming a government teacher, candidates can also choose to become Special Educators, who are in charge of teaching specially-abled children. Candidates can also choose higher studies to become Professors and Lecturers in colleges. Some of the Top Education Colleges offering courses to become a Government Teacher are Lady Shree Ram Colleges for Women, Kasturi Ram College for Higher Education, and Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University. Read More: Salary of a Teacher

How to Become a Government Teacher: Quick Facts

Eligibility

Candidates must pursue their graduation in subjects that they want to teach

They must then mandatorily pursue a B.Ed degree

Finally, aspiring candidates must then clear various state-level and national entrance exams such as SET, UGC NET, BTET and WBTET
Skills Required

Critical Thinking

Patience

Organizational Skills

Being Empathetic
Starting Salary (INR) 2.10 LPA
Average Salary (INR) 5 LPA
Highest Salary (INR) 7 LPA

How to Become a Government Teacher after 12th

Some of the crucial steps that are to be followed in order to become a Government Teacher after 12th are discussed below for your reference,

  • UG Preparation: After completing class 12 board exams with at least 60% aggregate marks they have to then appear for entrance exams to pursue B.Ed. These entrance exams are TET/CTET or STET according to their course and qualification. 
  • PG Preparation: After doing B.Ed. candidates can also opt for M.Ed. for higher studies as some schools also look for teachers who have higher experience and education level like teachers with PG degrees.

Courses to Become a Government Teacher

There are many courses to become a government teacher. Some of them are as follows,

Diploma in Elementary Education

This is a 2-year diploma training course for candidates who want to teach students of pre-primary classes. For pursuing this course candidates must have done 10+2 with at least 60% aggregate marks from a recognized board. After this candidate can pursue this diploma course and become a government teacher.

Bachelor of Education

This is a 3-year degree course for candidates who want to become government teachers and teach secondary or senior secondary classes. This degree course could be done after completing 10+2 with at least 50% marks or after doing any graduation degree.

Bachelor of Physical Education

This is also a 3-year degree course for the candidate who wants to become a government physical education teacher. For pursuing this degree candidates must have done 10+2 from a recognized board with at least 50% aggregate marks.

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education

This is a 4-year course to become a government teacher. It is a combination course for candidates who want to pursue teaching. For this candidates must have done 10+2 from a recognized board with at least 50% aggregate marks with English as the main subject.

Some of the other courses to become a government teacher are tabulated below, 

Master of Education Master of Science and Education
Master of Arts and Education Master of Philosophy and Education

Entrance Exams

There are various entrance exams conducted for teaching as a profession by national and state governments.

  • TET is a teacher eligibility test conducted by the state government. This exam is divided into two levels. After clearing it, different levels of candidates are allocated to teach the classes according to the level of the exam they have cleared.
  • CTET is a central teacher eligibility test conducted by the central government for CBSE. It is conducted twice in one year. This is also divided into 2 papers.
  • STET is a state teacher eligibility test conducted by the state for teachers who want to work in their state only.
  • NET is a national eligibility test conducted by universities for the appointment of professors. This test is applicable to candidates who have cleared their master’s degrees.

Check: How to Become an Assistant Professor

Entrance Exam Date

Exam Application date Exam date
CTET Till October 19, 2022 December 16, 2022 – January 13, 2023
NCTE ITEP June – July, 2023 Aug 2023

Salary of a Government Teacher

Candidates after completion of their degree get recruited into various teaching institutes like Kendriya Vidyalaya, army schools, convent school, and more.

Specialization Wise

Specialization Average Annual Salary (INR)
Primary school teacher 4.5 L
Secondary school teacher 4.68 L
Senior secondary school teacher 5 L
Special teachers 5.3 L
Professor 7.5 L

Experience Wise Salary

Experience Average Annual Salary (INR)
Fresher 2.5 L
Experience 5 L

How to Become a Government Teacher: FAQs

Ques. Can I teach in a government school without B.Ed.?

Ans. No, you can’t teach in a government school without doing B.Ed. or can’t be a government teacher. But yes you can teach in a private school without doing B.Ed.

Ques. How to be a government teacher?

Ans. For being a government teacher in a school candidate must have done B.Ed. with masters as a higher study for teaching the senior secondary class.

Ques. What are the different types of teachers?

Ans. The different types of teachers are:-

  • Pre-primary school teacher
  • Primary school teacher
  • Secondary school teacher
  • Senior secondary school teacher
  • Professor
  • Special teachers

Ques. Is there any difference in salary packages according to experience in government teacher jobs?

Ans. Yes, there is a difference in salary packages of fresher and experienced government teachers. For example

Experience Salary
Fresher Rs.2.5 LPA
Experience Rs.5 LPA

Ques. Who are special teachers?

Ans. These teachers are specially trained to teach the students who are special- abled like students who have any physical or mental problem. For this, they have to get special training after their B.Ed.

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Ques. What is the procedure for pursuing B.Ed from IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Eash Mishra on 12 Nov 20

Ans. IGNOU offers a distance B.Ed program with a duration of 3 years. For pursuing B.Ed from IGNOU, the candidates need to meet the following eligibility criteria. The candidates should have minimum marks of 50% from a bachelor's degree or master’s degree with any stream (science/commerce/arts). The students who have successfully completed NCTE recognized teacher education courses in an offline mode can also apply. A diploma or trained in-service teacher is now an additional elementary education required for enrollment into B.Ed program in IGNOU. There is a 5% relaxation scheme for SC/ST and PWD candidates as per the guidelines of the central government. Entrance examination: For any candidates who wish to pursue B.Ed from IGNOU compulsory to appear for the entrance examination conducted by IGNOU. Without the entrance test, there is no acceptance for B.Ed admission. The final admission is based on the merit list with the consideration of the entrance score. Application procedure: Visit the original website of IGNOU and click on the declaration button to continue. Fill out the application form by entering the program code and further you will get an enrollment number for the login process. After logging in, the payment process can be done by clicking the submit button. IGNOU displays the hall ticket for the term-end entrance examination (TEE). The hall ticket can be downloaded by entering the program code and 9 digit enrollment number. Course fee: IGNOU charges a total of 50,000 amount course fees for 3 years of the B.Ed program. Cut-off: 50 candidates are taken for admission. Here is the detailed information of the expected IGNOU 2020 cut-off for the B.Ed program including all categories of students. Category Cut-off General 61-78 OBC 57-60 SC 54-60 ST 52-53 PWD 50-75 Only those candidates who meet all the above-mentioned eligibility criteria can seek admission for BEd at IGNOU. The final selection is based on the merit list followed by a personal interview.Read more
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Ques. Can I prepare in 1 month for a B.Ed entrance exam at DU?

● Top Answer By Inayat on 10 Oct 22

Ans. The requirements for B.Ed admission to DU are as follows: Written Exam: If you work smartly and analyze the pattern of questions asked in previous examinations, devote a focused time period to preparation, followed by sufficient practice tests, you can certainly clear in one month.  If you are well-versed in your subject matter, there is very little required for you to do. Hard work comes after good fortune. So, first and foremost, your planning should be smart, and then, you must work and prepare well beyond the planned strategy. Each of us has our own set of self-beliefs and abilities. Thus, you do not have to compare yourself with any other person. Just believe in yourself and go ahead.  Interview:  During the interview, a panel of teachers/interviewers/professors will fire off all sorts of questions at you, including subject questions, psychology questions, general knowledge questions, confidence check questions, and, most importantly, your honesty, which is one of the most important aspects of being a good teacher. A good strategy, a lot of planning, focused work, confidence as well as a strong belief in yourself, are required.Read more
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Ques. What is the value of a B. Ed degree from IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Rishi Banerjee on 09 Jun 22

Ans. A B.Ed from IGNOU has a similar value to a B.Ed through regular mode. The coursework is almost as taxing as a regular B.Ed. As for recruitment, your teaching skills will matter more than your institution. You can apply for private schools and Govt. jobs. You can get also get a job easily by contacting the IGNOU campus placement cell (CPC). You can get recruited in any IGNOU Regional Center (RC) or Study Centre (SC). Read more
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Ques. Is it good to do a B.Ed from Kalinga University, Raipur?

● Top Answer By Samrat Banerjee on 26 Oct 21

Ans. Doing B.Ed from any university will be helpful if you put in the required effort by yourself. Kalinga University is a valid option for pursuing a B.Ed degree. Although there are better private colleges than Kalinga in Chandigarh, where you can apply to do your B.Ed.  I will suggest that you do your research, visit the colleges personally, meet the departmental faculties, evaluate the atmosphere on campus and then decide. Read more
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Ques. Can I get an equivalency certificate for a regular B Ed done at Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University from Calicut University, MG University, and Kerala University?

● Top Answer By Hira Ramchandani on 29 Oct 22

Ans. You must apply in the prescribed format, including the Syllabus, Degree Certificate, and other required documents. You must apply online to the University of Calicut. Learn about the courses that have already been recognized as Equivalent. Order granting Equivalence to all regular degree programs offered by state and central universities. Read the instructions for submitting a proposal for an equivalency grant. Complete the Application Form completely. Complete the Online Equivalency Application. These are the few simple steps that you need to follow.Read more
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Ques. How is Dayalbagh Educational Institute for a B.Ed?

● Top Answer By Sunita Goswami on 26 Nov 21

Ans. Dayalbagh Educational Institute is a good option for doing a B.Ed program. The course fee is quite affordable. The B.Ed program costs around 14,800. The curriculum followed at the institute is more or less the same that is followed by other institutes offering B.Ed programs. The academics offered at the institute is great.Read more
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Ques. What will be the process for applying B Ed from CCS university Meerut?

● Top Answer By Shashank Malhotra on 03 Oct 22

Ans. For a B.Ed from CCS University Meerut, you need to apply for the UPBED entrance examination. Each year, reputed universities of India conduct this examination. This year, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University is conducting UPBED.  If you can secure a rank of around 1-10000 in the entrance examination, you can apply for Govt. Universities through counseling. If you can’t get a rank in this range, you have to choose private colleges. Read more
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Ques. Is Burdwan University good for a B.Ed?

● Top Answer By Poushali Bhattacharya on 28 Sept 21

Ans. Burdwan University, at present, has the largest number of B.Ed affiliated colleges in the state of West Bengal. However, all the B.Ed universities fall under the category of “The West Bengal University of Teachers' Training, Education and Administration”. This procedure was started with CU, KU, etc. So, it does not necessarily matter from where you pursue your B.Ed degree. The only important factor to ensure is whether or not the university you have enrolled in has come under the NCTE website (Eastern Zone) during and after your course period. It is because the courses often lose their course validity period which is exactly why you should be aware of your steps.  Rest assured, Burdwan University is one of the most scoring universities for pursuing a B.Ed. Read more
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Ques. How is the correspondence B.Ed from Kurukshetra University?

● Top Answer By Anupama Mitra on 20 Oct 21

Ans. Apart from IGNOU, no other university offers decent corresponding B.Ed degrees. It is better to join a regular B.Ed course in your nearest possible university or college. Regular B.Ed courses will teach you how to give micro lessons in a school.  Attend classes frequently, if you can’t be present every day. Courses such as B.Ed are best to do in regular mode. Because recommendations of the B.Ed professors, the grade and response of the actual school where you taught, will count.Read more
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Ques. What is the fees of B Ed in IGNOU?

● Top Answer By Aditri Sinha on 24 Mar 22

Ans. IGNOU B.Ed total fee is around INR 50,000 . You shouldn’t pay the course fee along with your application. The university will contact you separately for the payment of fees.  You need to pay the course fee through a Demand Draft drawn in favor of IGNOU. It should be payable in the city where your regional center is located. Read more
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