NIOS Bridge Course Registration 2025 – Mandatory for B Ed Teachers

Attention, in-service B.Ed teachers working at the primary level! The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has officially opened the registration window for the mandatory Six-Month Bridge Course in Primary Teacher Education. This is a crucial step to secure your teaching position as per the directives of the Supreme Court of India.

If you are a primary teacher appointed with a B.Ed degree, you must immediately enroll in this specialized training. Failure to complete the NIOS Bridge Course within the stipulated time will invalidate your appointment.

Why is This Course Mandatory?

The Supreme Court ruled that a general B.Ed degree is primarily for teaching secondary classes and does not fully cover the pedagogy required for primary-level (Classes 1-5) children. To bridge this knowledge gap and protect the jobs of teachers already appointed, the court mandated this short-term course.

Legal Compliance: The course ensures that B.Ed teachers meet the necessary eligibility standards set for primary education, aligning with NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education) guidelines.

Target Group: This is specifically for in-service primary teachers who were appointed with a B.Ed qualification between June 28, 2018, and August 11, 2023.

How to Register for the NIOS Bridge Course

Registration must be completed online through the dedicated portal launched by the NIOS.

Visit the Official Portal: Go to the dedicated NIOS bridge course website: bridge.nios.ac.in.

New Registration: Click on the link for 'Online Registration' and register as a teacher.

Fill Details: Enter all required personal and professional information, including your U-DISE Plus code (which is mandatory).

Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of essential documents:

Passport Size Photo

B.Ed Certificate

Appointment Letter

Self-declaration certificate (certified by the principal)

Fee Payment: Complete the online payment of the prescribed course fee.

Confirmation: Download and save the final confirmation page.

Important Application Documents

Ensure you have all the required documents ready before starting the application to avoid technical issues.

B.Ed Degree Certificate

Appointment Letter (showing the date of joining as primary teacher)

Principal Certified Self-Declaration

UDISE Plus Code of the school

Aadhaar/Photo ID Proof

Key Takeaway: Don't Delay

This is a one-time opportunity to secure your current employment. The B.Ed Bridge Course must be completed within one year of the course commencement. Teachers are strongly advised to complete their online registration immediately to secure their enrolment and gain early access to study materials.