Diploma in Elementary Education [D.El.Ed.]

Apex University’s D.El.Ed. is a 2-year teacher training diploma in Jaipur, Rajasthan, designed to prepare candidates for teaching at the elementary level in Classes 1 to 8. Admission is through CUET-UG or AUCET, with a total programme fee of INR 1,80,000. The programme is regulated by the National Council for Teacher Education and qualifies graduates for the primary school teacher recruitment process across government and private schools in India.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 31 July 2026.

Apex University D.El.Ed. Fees 2026

• Annual fee of INR 90,000 applies consistently across both years of the programme.
• Fee installment options are available through the Apex Easy Pay scheme for enrolled students.
• Merit-based and entrance exam scholarships may significantly reduce the total payable amount.

Apex University D.El.Ed. Admission 2026

• Admission is based on CUET-UG or AUCET scores followed by university counselling.
• Apply online through the university admissions portal at admissions.apexuniversity.co.in.
• An application fee of INR 1,000 applies for the D.El.Ed. programme registration.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 from a recognised board in any stream with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.
• Reserved category candidates need a minimum aggregate of 45% in the qualifying examination.
• A valid CUET-UG or AUCET scorecard is required during the document verification stage.
• Candidates appearing in final Class 12 examinations may apply provisionally to the programme.

Admission Process

• Register on the Apex University admissions portal at admissions.apexuniversity.co.in and pay the application fee.
• Submit valid CUET-UG or AUCET scorecard along with Class 12 marksheets and identity proof.
• Merit list is prepared based on entrance exam performance and qualifying examination marks.
• Selected candidates receive a counselling call and complete document verification at the Jaipur campus.
• Pay the first-year fee within the stipulated period to confirm and secure the allotted seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• Aspiring to become an elementary school teacher in government or private schools.
• Seeking an NCTE-recognised D.El.Ed. in Jaipur under INR 2 Lakhs total.
• Looking to qualify for TET or CTET after completing the diploma programme.
• Prefer a 2-year teacher training diploma over a longer B.Ed. degree.

✗ Skip if

• Targeting secondary or senior secondary school teaching requiring a B.Ed. degree.
• Seeking a government college admission for D.El.Ed. through state DIET process.
• Need a D.El.Ed. from a long-established government teacher training institute.
• Looking for a programme with guaranteed school internship placement in a metro city.

Apex University D.El.Ed. Scholarships 2026

• Maintain at least 75% attendance and 60% marks each semester to retain scholarship benefits.
• Submit scholarship application documents by October 31 of the respective academic year.

Apex University D.El.Ed. FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for D.El.Ed. at Apex University Jaipur?

Ans. The total fee for the D.El.Ed. programme at Apex University is INR 1,80,000 for the full 2-year course, charged at INR 90,000 per year. The annual fee is consistent across both years. The university offers the Apex Easy Pay installment scheme, and merit-based scholarships can significantly reduce the payable amount for eligible candidates.

Ques. Is D.El.Ed. from Apex University NCTE-recognised?

Ans. The D.El.Ed. programme at Apex University is regulated by the National Council for Teacher Education. NCTE recognition is a mandatory requirement for the diploma to be valid for school teaching positions and teacher eligibility tests. Prospective students are advised to verify the current NCTE recognition status directly with the university’s education faculty before enrolling.

Ques. Which entrance exam is needed for D.El.Ed. admission at Apex University?

Ans. Apex University accepts CUET-UG and AUCET (the university’s own entrance test) for D.El.Ed. admission. CUET-UG 2026 results were declared on June 14, 2026. Candidates with a valid scorecard in either exam can apply on the admissions portal before July 31, 2026. An application fee of INR 1,000 is applicable at the time of registration.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for D.El.Ed. at Apex University?

Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 in any stream from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. Reserved category candidates need a minimum of 45%. There is no subject-specific requirement at the Class 12 level. A valid CUET-UG or AUCET scorecard is required at the document verification stage of the admission process.

Ques. Can D.El.Ed. graduates appear for CTET or REET after completing the programme?

Ans. Yes. Candidates who complete a 2-year D.El.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised institution are eligible to appear for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test and the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers. Passing TET or REET is mandatory for applying to government primary and upper primary school teaching positions in Rajasthan and other states across India.

Ques. Are scholarships available for D.El.Ed. students at Apex University?

Ans. Yes, multiple scholarships are available. The Merit-Based Scholarship offers 10% to 100% fee waiver for candidates with 60% or above in Class 12. CUET-UG qualifiers scoring 70 percentile or above receive 10% to 50% waiver. AUCET high scorers can receive up to 100% fee reduction. National-level sports medal winners are eligible for 50% to 100% fee waiver. All scholarships require 75% attendance and 60% marks each semester.