About Faculty of Education, Jamia Millia Islamia
JMI’s Faculty of Education in Jamia Nagar trains school teachers and teacher educators through B.Ed, MA (Education) and PhD programmes.
The Faculty of Education is one of the oldest parts of Jamia Millia Islamia, the central university in south Delhi. Its roots go back to a Teachers’ Training Institute started in 1938, which later became the Teachers’ College and took its present name in 1980. Teaching is split between the Department of Educational Studies and the Department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education, which is also known as the IASE. Students can take a two-year B.Ed with training in many school subjects, specialised B.Ed courses in special education and nursery education, an MA in Education for future teacher educators, an M.Ed in special education and doctoral research. There is also a two-year diploma in elementary education.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission to this faculty's programmes is run centrally by Jamia Millia Islamia. Each year the university posts admission notifications and the prospectus on its admission portal, admission.jmi.ac.in. Candidates apply online for the chosen programme and are selected according to the criteria given in that year's notification.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
Which B.Ed courses does the JMI Faculty of Education offer?
It runs a regular two-year B.Ed plus B.Ed (Special Education) in visual impairment and learning disability, and B.Ed (Nursery Education).
Is there a master's course in education at JMI?
Yes. The faculty offers a two-year MA (Education) and an M.Ed (Special Education), along with a PhD programme.
How old is the Faculty of Education at JMI?
It grew out of a Teachers' Training Institute set up in 1938 and was named Faculty of Education in 1980.
Sources
Information verified on 18 Oct 2026
- Faculty of Education - JMI · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
- Department of Teacher Training and Non-Formal Education - JMI · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
- Admission Notifications - JMI · Official site, accessed 18 Oct 2026
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