Applications are invited for Diploma Course in Guidance and Career Counselling 2025 for Teachers by NCERT. The last date of application is November 5, 2024.

About NCERT

National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is an autonomous organisation of Ministry of Education, the Government of India.

Course Details

Mental health concerns have been addressed by the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020. The involvement of well-trained social workers, counsellors, and community involvement into the schooling system has been emphasised to optimise student’s learning. Mental health issues among individuals have been a rising concern. The National Education Policy (NEP), 2020 puts fourth this concern and highlights the urgent need for ensuring β€œnot only cognitive development, but also building character and creating holistic and well-rounded individuals equipped with key 21st century skills”. This, however, requires professional orientation and training.

In this context, NCERT is offering a Diploma Course in Guidance and Counselling. The course of one-year duration with a unique blend of distance and face-to-face modes is open to candidates from India. Candidates from different regions of India will be admitted at DEPFE, NCERT, New Delhi and Regional Institutes of Education at Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru and Shillong. Applications are invited online for admission to the course from the eligible candidates.

Eligibility

  • In-service teachers– graduates with teaching degree.
  • Candidates β€˜presently not working’ – graduation with teaching degree and at least two years of teaching or related experience.
  • Postgraduates in psychology /education /social work / child development/special education. Preference will be given to those with at least one year of teaching or related experience.

Minimum % of marks for all target groups is 50% (5% relaxation for SC/ST).

No. of Seats

Maximum 50 per study centre. Reservations apply as per the Government of India norms.

Duration and Phasing

One-year, from January to December.

  • Guided Self-Learning: Six Months (Distance)
  • Intensive Practicum: Three Months (Face-to-Face)
  • Internship: Three Months (in Home Town)

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction for the course is Hindi and English.

How to Apply?

Interested individuals can apply online via this link.

Application Deadline

The last date of application is November 5, 2024.

Click here to view the official notification of Diploma Course in Guidance and Career Counselling 2025 for Teachers by NCERT.