Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU), Hyderabad has officially released the Entrance Test Notification for Admission into the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed. – ODL) Programme for the Academic Year 2026-27. The programme is recognized by NCTE and is meant for eligible in-service teachers and candidates who satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions.
BRAOU B.Ed (ODL) Admission 2026-27 Notification Out
Candidates can submit their online applications from 05 July 2026 through the official university portal.
BRAOU B.Ed (ODL) 2026 Highlights
Particular Details
University: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU), Hyderabad
Course: Bachelor of Education (B.Ed. – ODL)
Academic Year: 2026-27
Recognition: NCTE Recognized
Mode of Entrance Test: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Medium of Test: Telugu
Course Duration: 2 Years
Tuition Fee: ₹40,000 (Entire Programme)
Important Dates
Online Application Starts: 05 July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 24 July 2026
Last Date with ₹500 Late Fee: 26 July 2026
Hall Ticket Download: From 29 July 2026
Entrance Examination: 1st Week of August 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Must be an Indian Citizen.
Minimum 50% marks in B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.C.A., BBM, BBA, B.E., or B.Tech.
SC/ST/BC/PWD candidates require 40% marks.
Candidates with B.E./B.Tech should have studied Science or Mathematics.
Minimum age should be 21 years as on 01 July 2026.
There is no upper age limit.
Candidates must have completed the qualifying examination on or before July 2026.
Eligible categories include:
Trained in-service teachers in elementary education.
Candidates who completed NCTE-recognized teacher education through Regular Mode.
Who is Not Eligible?
The following candidates are not eligible:
MBBS
BDS
BPT
BAMS
BL/LLB
B.Pharm
BHMT
BVSc
B.Sc (Agriculture)
B.A. (Languages)
BOL
Diploma in ECE/PSE
PPTTC holders
Candidates who completed teacher education through Distance Mode.
Application Fee
Category Fee
General/OBC ₹1,000
SC/ST/PWD ₹750
Late Fee ₹500 Extra
Entrance Exam Pattern
The Entrance Test consists of 100 Objective Questions carrying 100 Marks.
Part-I
General English Comprehension
25 Marks
Part-II
Telugu Proficiency
25 Marks
Part-III
General Mental Ability
50 Marks
Hall Ticket
Candidates can download their Hall Tickets from 29 July 2026 through the BRAOU website. Candidates should affix a passport-size photograph and get it attested by a Gazetted Officer or Principal before appearing for the examination.
Reservation
Reservation will be applicable as per Government rules for:
SC
ST
BC
EWS
PWD
NCC
Sports
CAP Candidates
Why This Notification is Important?
This notification provides a valuable opportunity for eligible in-service teachers and other qualified candidates to obtain an NCTE-recognized B.Ed degree through Open and Distance Learning, enabling them to enhance their professional qualifications while continuing their employment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- When does the BRAOU B.Ed 2026 online application start?
05 July 2026.
- What is the last date to apply?
24 July 2026 (26 July 2026 with late fee).
- What is the application fee?
General candidates: ₹1,000
SC/ST/PWD: ₹750.
- What is the mode of examination?
Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted in Telugu Medium.
- What is the duration of the B.Ed programme?
Two Academic Years.
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