B.Ed Internship Guidelines 2025 by NCTE – What’s New?

In a major reform to teacher training programs, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has released new B.Ed internship guidelines 2025 for all colleges and universities in India. The revised rules aim to enhance classroom experience, ensure hands-on teaching exposure, and bring uniformity to the internship module for Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) students.

Starting from the 2025–26 academic session, the internship period has been extended and made more structured, focusing on real-time teaching practice in government and private schools. This move aligns with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) to improve the quality of future educators.

What Are the New NCTE Guidelines for B.Ed Internships?

The NCTE 2025 internship policy includes several crucial updates that every B.Ed student and institution must follow:

• Minimum of 20 weeks internship (earlier it was 16 weeks)

• Internship to be conducted in two phases: Phase I (pre-internship activities) and Phase II (actual school placement)

• Compulsory placement in government-recognized schools only

• Internship must include lesson planning, co-curricular involvement, student assessment, and remedial teaching

• Each intern will be assigned a school mentor and faculty supervisor

• Reflective journal writing is mandatory for academic evaluation

• Digital tools and ICT usage encouraged during teaching sessions

These changes are applicable to all institutions offering 2-year B.Ed programs approved by the NCTE across India.

Internship Timeline and Structure for 2025–26

The academic structure has been clearly laid out to ensure maximum learning from the internship program:

Students will be graded based on attendance, teaching performance, lesson planning quality, school feedback, and final viva.

Responsibilities of B.Ed Interns

Under the new bed internship guidelines 2025, interns are expected to:

• Teach a minimum of 40 practice lessons across two subjects

• Participate in school assembly, parent-teacher meetings, and co-curricular activities

• Maintain a daily teaching log verified by the mentor

• Observe peer teaching and submit reports

• Work with students with special needs or remedial requirements

• Create and submit teaching aids or digital presentations

The program aims to transform interns into professional and inclusive educators ready for 21st-century classrooms.

Institutional and School-Level Responsibilities

Colleges and placement schools are jointly accountable for the success of the internship program. Key responsibilities include:

• Schools must provide access to classrooms and assign mentors for guidance

• Colleges must organize orientation programs and provide continuous academic support

• Evaluation criteria must be clearly communicated to students at the start

• NCTE will audit internship quality through random checks and school feedback

Strict adherence to these responsibilities is mandatory for continued course accreditation by NCTE.

FAQs

What is the total duration of the B.Ed internship under the 2025 guidelines?

The internship will now run for 20 weeks, split between planning and actual teaching.

Can students do their internship in private schools?

Yes, but only if the private school is government-recognized and agrees to follow NCTE protocols.

Are lesson plans mandatory for each class?

Yes, B.Ed interns must prepare and submit lesson plans for every classroom session they teach.

Will digital teaching tools be included in the assessment?

Yes, interns are encouraged to use ICT tools, and their innovative use may improve evaluation scores.

Is there any stipend for B.Ed internships in 2025?

As per current NCTE rules, no stipend is mandatory, but some states or schools may offer honorariums.

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