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NIOS Bridge Course Registration 2025-26 | Eligibility, Details & Study Material
NIOS Bridge Course Registration 2025-26 –Six-Month Certificate (Bridge) Course in Primary Teacher Education – Complete Details, Eligibility, Assessment, Study Material & FAQs.
Bridge Course Registration Starts Today!
Great news for thousands of primary teachers across India! The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has officially announced that registration is now open for the long-awaited:
Six-Month Certificate (Bridge) Course in Primary Teacher Education (PTE)
For in-service primary teachers with B.Ed, appointed between 28.06.2018 – 11.08.2023, as per NCTE notification.
This course is mandatory for all concerned teachers to retain their existing jobs, following the Supreme Court judgment dated 08 April 2024.
NIOS Tweet (13 hours ago):
“📢 Registration Open! Six-Month Certificate (Bridge) Course in Primary Teacher Education for in-service primary teachers with B.Ed appointed between 28.06.2018 – 11.08.2023 (as per eligibility).”
This blog covers everything you need to know—eligibility, course structure, marks distribution, school experience, working days, required documents, registration process, and study materials available at pkkapri.com.
Let’s start!
What is the Six-Month Bridge Course in Primary Teacher Education?
The Six-Month Certificate (Bridge) Course in Primary Teacher Education is a professional development programme created specifically for:
- In-service primary teachers
- Holding a B.Ed degree
- Appointed between 28 June 2018 and 11 August 2023
This course upgrades teaching skills, aligns teachers with primary-level pedagogy, and bridges the gap between B.Ed training and the actual requirements of teaching young learners.
It is developed by NCTE under the guidance of the Ministry of Education (MoE) and implemented by NIOS in ODL mode.
Why is the Bridge Course Mandatory?
The Supreme Court Judgment, dated 08.04.2024, in
M.A. Diary No: 4303/2024 in Civil Appeal No. 5068/2023 (Devesh Sharma vs Union of India), directed:
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Primary teachers appointed with B.Ed must undergo this special bridge course.
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Non-completion will result in invalidation of appointment.
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The course is NOT valid for future recruitment, only for retaining current employment.
Who is Eligible for the Bridge Course?
To register, teachers must fulfill all the following:
- Must be an in-service primary teacher
Teaching in a government / government-aided / recognized primary school.
- Must hold a valid B.Ed degree
- Must be appointed between:
📅 28 June 2018 – 11 August 2023
✔ Must submit a self-certificate signed by the school principal
✔ Must complete the course within 1 year of commencement
If you fail to complete the course within the timeframe, your appointment becomes invalid.
Objectives of the Bridge Course
The programme aims to:
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Understand the nature of primary school children
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Explore how children learn and construct knowledge
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Design and deliver child-friendly pedagogy
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Plan lessons based on developmental levels
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Handle classroom diversity
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Use educational technology effectively
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Develop 360° holistic assessment tools
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Establish continuum from early childhood to adolescence
Bridge Course Structure: Credits, Marks & Assessment
Below is the complete structure exactly as per NIOS notification.
Internal Assessment + Examination = 500 Marks
Total Credits = 20
| Course Title | Internal (Marks) | Credits | Exam (Marks) | Credits | Total Marks | Total Credits |
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| Child Development & Educational Psychology | 25 | 1 | 75 | 3 | 100 | 4 |
| Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment | 25 | 1 | 75 | 3 | 100 | 4 |
| Pedagogy of Language-I (Hindi/Regional) | 25 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 50 | 2 |
| Pedagogy of Language-II (English/Other) | 25 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 50 | 2 |
| Pedagogy of Mathematics | 25 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 50 | 2 |
| Pedagogy of The World Around Us | 25 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 50 | 2 |
| School Experience | 100 | 4 | – | – | 100 | 4 |
| Grand Total | 250 | 10 | 250 | 10 | 500 | 20 |
School Experience (100 marks | 4 credits)
Teachers must complete:
1. Teaching Lessons – 40 Marks
10 lessons each in:
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Language-I
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Language-II
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Mathematics
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The World Around Us
Total = 40 marks
2. Portfolio – 10 Marks
3. Activities & Workshops – 25 Marks
Mandatory Activities:
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Children’s Play
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Art
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Craft
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Music
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Yoga / Physical Education / Well-being
Each activity = 5 marks
4. Reflective Journal – 25 Marks
(One entry per day)
Working Days Requirement
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20 teaching days for school experience
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10 contact class days (offline/online as per NIOS)
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Minimum 90% attendance is compulsory
Mode of Learning
The course will be conducted through NIOS Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode:
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Online study materials
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Video lectures
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Online assignments submission
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Offline/Online workshops
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Practical school experience
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Final assessments
Registration Process (Step-by-Step)
NIOS will issue:
✔ Official registration link
✔ User ID & password
✔ Study material access
✔ Assignment submission portal
Note: As soon as the official registration portal link is released, I can provide:
➡ Step-by-step form filling guide
➡ Required documents
➡ Fee details
➡ PDF instructions
Just tell me!
Study Materials, TMA, Notes & Guides (Available at PKKAPRI.COM)
At pkkapri.com, we provide:
- Handwritten & Scanned SOLVED Assignments
- Complete Study Notes for Each Course
- School Experience Portfolio Format
- Reflective Journal Ready Sample
- Workshop Activity Record
- Lesson Plan Book (All Subjects: Hindi, English, Math, EVS)
- Previously asked papers & model papers
- TMA Answer Key (Premium Quality)
Our materials help teachers complete:
- Assignments
- Practical work
- Lesson planning
- Portfolio
- Reflective journal
- Final exam preparation
Quality Guaranteed – We believe in Quality, not Quantity.
FAQs: Six-Month Bridge Course (2025–26)
1. Who must do the Bridge Course?
All in-service primary teachers appointed with B.Ed between 28.06.2018 and 11.08.2023.
2. Is the Bridge Course compulsory?
Yes. It is mandatory as per the Supreme Court. Not completing it will invalidate your job.
3. Is this course valid for new appointments?
No. The course is valid only for retaining your current employment, not for future recruitment.
4. What happens if I don’t complete the course in one year?
Your appointment will be cancelled.
5. What is the duration of the course?
The course duration is 6 months, but you get 1 year to complete.
6. What is the total marks & credits?
Total Marks = 500
Total Credits = 20
7. What are the school experience requirements?
You must complete:
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20 teaching days
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10 days contact classes
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40 lesson plans
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Portfolio
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Activity record
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Reflective journal
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90% attendance
8. Will PK Kapri provide assignment help?
Yes!
At pkkapri.com, you will get:
✔ Handwritten Solved Assignments
✔ Study Notes
✔ Lesson Plans
✔ Portfolio Formats
✔ Workshop Records
✔ Reflective Journal Samples
✔ Exam Guides
✔ PDF Downloads
9. When does registration start?
Registration has already started today, as per NIOS official announcement.
The NIOS Six-Month Bridge Course in Primary Teacher Education is a golden opportunity—and a mandatory requirement—for thousands of B.Ed-trained primary teachers appointed between 2018–2023.
This programme strengthens teaching skills, aligns teachers with modern primary pedagogy, and ensures job continuity as per Supreme Court directives.
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