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

The Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.), formerly known as BTC (Basic Training Certificate), at G.C.R.G. Group of Institutions, Lucknow is a 2-year full-time teacher education programme approved by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). It is designed to train candidates to become qualified assistant teachers at the primary and upper primary level in government and private schools. The total fee for the course is Rs. 82,000 for the entire 2-year duration. Admission is through state-level counselling conducted by DIET (District Institute of Education and Training), Lucknow, based on merit in 10th, 12th, and graduation marks. The D.El.Ed. is mandatory for candidates aspiring to appear in UPTET (Paper I) and for appointment as assistant teachers in UP government primary schools.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to follow the same pattern as 2025-26, with the UP government releasing the notification in November 2026, online applications in November-December 2026, and training commencing in February 2027. As of April 2026, the 2025-26 batch has already commenced training (from February 17, 2026). Students should monitor the official UP Basic Education Board and DIET Lucknow notifications for the 2026-27 cycle.

Key Points

• Approved by NCTE and recognised by the UP government as the mandatory qualification for appointment as assistant teacher in UP government primary schools (Classes 1-8).
• Admission is strictly through state-level DIET counselling based on merit in 10th, 12th, and graduation marks; no direct admissions are permitted.
• D.El.Ed. is a prerequisite for appearing in UPTET (Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) Paper I (for Classes 1-5) and Paper II (for Classes 6-8).
• The programme covers child development and pedagogy, language teaching, mathematics, environmental studies, social studies, and school internship.
• Minimum 90% attendance is mandatory in each subject for eligibility to appear in examinations.
• Graduates are eligible for appointment as assistant teachers in UP government primary schools through UPTET and SUPER TET (UP Teacher Recruitment Exam).

GCRG D.El.Ed. Fees

The D.El.Ed. programme at GCRG Lucknow has a total fee of Rs. 82,000 for the complete 2-year duration. This is among the most affordable teacher education programmes in private NCTE-approved colleges in Lucknow. The fee is regulated by the UP government and NCTE norms.

Fee Structure

• Fees are as per UP government and NCTE norms.
• No additional charges for practical training or school internship (as per college information).
• SC/ST/OBC students may be eligible for UP government post-matric scholarships.
• Hostel fee is separate and optional.

GCRG D.El.Ed. Admission 2026

D.El.Ed. admissions at GCRG Lucknow are conducted through state-level DIET counselling by the UP government. The process is entirely online, with merit calculated on the basis of 10th, 12th, and graduation marks. The 2025-26 batch has already commenced training from February 17, 2026. The 2026-27 admission cycle is expected to begin in November 2026.

UP D.El.Ed. Admission Dates 2025-26 (Completed - For Reference)

Note: For the 2026-27 session, dates are expected to follow a similar pattern (November-December 2026 for registration, February 2027 for training commencement). Monitor official UP government and DIET Lucknow notifications.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC as per UP government norms).
• Age: Minimum 18 years, Maximum 35 years as on the date of application (5-year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
• UP domicile is mandatory for priority allotment; candidates from other states may apply if seats remain vacant after Phase 1 counselling.
• Candidates must not have completed D.El.Ed./BTC from any other institution previously.

Admission Process

• Register online on the official UP D.El.Ed. admission portal during the registration window.
• Enter 10th, 12th, and graduation marks for merit calculation.
• Pay the application fee online (Rs. 700 for General/OBC; Rs. 500 for SC/ST; Rs. 200 for PWD).
• Merit list is published based on aggregate marks in 10th, 12th, and graduation.
• Participate in online counselling: fill and lock college/course choices.
• Accept the allotted seat and complete document verification at the allotted DIET/college.
• Report to GCRG Lucknow for admission formalities and training commencement.

GCRG D.El.Ed. Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in D.El.Ed. at GCRG Lucknow can avail several government scholarships. The UP government post-matric scholarship is the most widely availed by SC/ST/OBC students.

Available Scholarships

• Scholarship applications must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the prescribed deadlines each academic year.
• Students must maintain a minimum of 50% marks and 90% attendance to remain eligible for most scholarships.

GCRG D.El.Ed. FAQs

Ques. Is D.El.Ed. from GCRG Lucknow recognised by NCTE and the UP government?

Ans. Yes, the D.El.Ed. programme at GCRG Lucknow is approved by NCTE and recognised by the UP government. Graduates are eligible to appear in UPTET and apply for assistant teacher positions in UP government primary schools.

Ques. Is D.El.Ed. mandatory for becoming a primary school teacher in UP?

Ans. Yes. As per RTE Act and UP government norms, D.El.Ed. (or B.Ed.) is mandatory for appointment as assistant teacher in UP government primary schools (Classes 1-8). D.El.Ed. is specifically required for UPTET Paper I (Classes 1-5) eligibility.

Ques. Can I apply for D.El.Ed. at GCRG Lucknow directly without DIET counselling?

Ans. No. As per the official GCRG website, admission to D.El.Ed. is strictly through DIET Lucknow counselling. No direct admissions are available. Candidates must participate in the state-level online counselling process.

Ques. What is the difference between D.El.Ed. and B.Ed.?

Ans. D.El.Ed. (2 years) is a diploma programme for primary and upper primary level teaching (Classes 1-8), while B.Ed. (2 years) is a degree programme for secondary and senior secondary level teaching (Classes 6-12). For UP government primary school teacher recruitment, D.El.Ed. is the preferred qualification. B.Ed. holders are also eligible for UPTET but D.El.Ed. is specifically designed for elementary education.

Ques. What are the career prospects after D.El.Ed. from GCRG Lucknow?

Ans. D.El.Ed. graduates can appear in UPTET (Paper I and II) and SUPER TET for appointment as assistant teachers in UP government primary schools. Private school teaching positions are also available. The UP government regularly conducts large-scale teacher recruitment drives (e.g., 69,000 teacher recruitment, 51,112 teacher recruitment) for which D.El.Ed. + UPTET is the basic qualification.

Ques. What is the SUPER TET and how is it related to D.El.Ed.?

Ans. SUPER TET (Uttar Pradesh Super Teacher Eligibility Test) is the state-level teacher recruitment examination conducted by the UP Basic Education Board for appointment of assistant teachers in UP government primary and upper primary schools. D.El.Ed. + UPTET qualification is mandatory to appear in SUPER TET. Candidates who clear SUPER TET are appointed as government primary school teachers with a starting salary of approximately Rs. 19,500 per month (as per 7th Pay Commission norms).