Uttar Pradesh Introduces Bridge Course for B.Ed. Holders to Teach Primary Classes

In a significant move, the Uttar Pradesh government has approved the Professional Development Program for Elementary Teachers (PDPET) course for B.Ed. degree holders. This initiative allows graduates to gain recognition equivalent to a B.T.C., enabling them to teach in primary classes. Following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed B.Ed. degrees invalid for teaching grades 1-5, this bridge course aims to equip B.Ed. holders with essential teaching skills. Applications for the course will open on November 1st, with training scheduled from December 2025 to May 2026. Discover more about this opportunity and how to apply.

By Ambika Singh Oct 11, 2025, 12:18 IST

Exciting News for B.Ed. Graduates in Uttar Pradesh

B.Ed. degree holders in Uttar Pradesh have received encouraging news as the state government has made a pivotal decision. The education department has sanctioned the Professional Development Program for Elementary Teachers (PDPET) course specifically for B.Ed. graduates. Upon successful completion of this bridge course, these graduates will gain recognition equivalent to a B.T.C., allowing them to teach students in primary grades 1 to 5.

Understanding the PDPET Course

What exactly is the PDPET course, and where can B.Ed. degree holders enroll for it? Let's delve into the details.

Supreme Court Ruling on B.Ed. Validity

Last year, the Supreme Court made a landmark ruling stating that a B.Ed. degree is not valid for teaching in primary classes (grades 1-5). The court clarified that only those with a B.T.C.-D.El.Ed. qualification are eligible to teach in these grades, leaving many B.Ed. holders unable to pursue teaching roles in primary education.

Details of the PDPET Course

NIOS to Offer the 6-Month Bridge Course

The PDPET is a 6-month bridge course organized by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). This course was designed in accordance with the Supreme Court's directives to equip B.Ed. degree holders with the necessary teaching methodologies for primary education. The Uttar Pradesh government has approved this initiative, enabling B.Ed. graduates to teach in primary schools after completing the course.

Application Process Begins November 1st

How to Apply

The application process for the PDPET course will commence on November 1st. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official NIOS website, dledbr.nios.ac.in. Importantly, this bridge course will be conducted online, with training scheduled from December 2025 to May 2026.