Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University for the Bachelor of Education [B.Ed] program are structured with a yearly tuition fee of 27,000 INR. A registration fee of 5,000 INR and a development fee of 500 INR are additional components of the costs. The program offers scholarships in several categories, including for BPL students, SC/ST students, and those eligible under specific quotas such as the army quota.
The university provides a Labour Card Holder scholarship, and female students may access the Gargi scholarship. Various other scholarships depend on the applicant's parental occupation, with distinctions made for those whose parents hold government jobs. There are no additional lab fees for B.Ed students.
About Master of Education [M.Ed]
Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University (MDSU), Ajmer, offers a 2-year full-time Master of Education (M.Ed) programme that prepares teacher educators, educational researchers, and curriculum specialists. Admission is through PMET (Pradesh M.Ed Entrance Test). Total fees for the programme are INR 47,440. MDSU is a NAAC B++ accredited public university and a primary teacher education institution for the Ajmer region, affiliated with several B.Ed and teacher training colleges across four districts of Rajasthan.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins July 2026 (Tentative).
MDSU M.Ed Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Programme Fee (2 Years) | INR 47,440 |
| Total Fees | INR 47,440 |
- Fee is payable as per MDSU’s published schedule for the 2026-27 academic year.
MDSU M.Ed Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PMET 2026 Conducted | 2026 (concluded) |
| Counselling and Seat Allotment | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Academic Session Begins | As per academic calendar |
- Applications are submitted online at mdsuajmer.ac.in during the notified window.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Ed degree from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/SBC candidates).
- Candidates must have appeared for PMET (Pradesh M.Ed Entrance Test) conducted for the 2026 cycle.
- Teaching experience in a school or educational institution may be an additional advantage during selection.
Admission Process
- Candidates appear for PMET (Pradesh M.Ed Entrance Test) conducted by the Rajasthan state authority.
- Apply online at mdsuajmer.ac.in with PMET scorecard and required academic documents.
- MDSU prepares a merit list based on PMET score and graduation-level academic marks.
- Shortlisted candidates attend counselling at the MDSU main campus in Ajmer for seat allotment.
- Confirm the seat by depositing the programme fee within the period specified at counselling.
✓ Opt for this if
- Aiming for a career in teacher education or educational research in Rajasthan.
- Want a UGC-recognised M.Ed to qualify for college lecturer positions.
- Planning to appear for UGC-NET Education after completing M.Ed.
- Seeking to move into educational administration or curriculum development roles.
✗ Skip if
- Looking for specialised education technology or special education tracks.
- Want a programme with strong placement in private school management chains.
- Need a course with active educational research funding and fellowships.
- Require a metropolitan campus with extensive e-learning infrastructure.
MDSU M.Ed Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility/Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Rajasthan) | As per govt norms | SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EBC students from Rajasthan. Apply via the state scholarship portal. |
| Need-cum-Merit Scholarship (MDSU) | Varies | Students meeting merit and family income criteria. Apply at the time of admission. |
| Raj Scholarship (SC/ST Fee Waiver) | Full tuition fee | Rajasthan SC/ST students. Approved through the Social Justice Department. |
- Apply via the Rajasthan state scholarship portal before published deadlines.
- MDSU scholarship applications are processed during the admission procedure.
MDSU M.Ed FAQs
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Ed at MDSU Ajmer?
Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Ed degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks. SC/ST/OBC/SBC candidates qualify with 45% marks. Applicants must have appeared for the PMET (Pradesh M.Ed Entrance Test) conducted for the 2026 admission cycle. Prior school teaching experience, while not mandatory, may be considered favourably during the selection process. MDSU follows University Grants Commission (UGC) norms for M.Ed eligibility, ensuring the degree is recognised for higher education and teacher training institution appointments across India.
Ques. What is PMET and how does it work for M.Ed admission at MDSU?
Ans. PMET stands for Pradesh M.Ed Entrance Test, the state-level entrance examination conducted by the Rajasthan government for admission to M.Ed programmes at universities within the state. It tests candidates on educational psychology, pedagogical content, and general teaching competencies relevant to the M.Ed curriculum. MDSU uses PMET scores as the basis for preparing its admission merit list for M.Ed seats. Candidates who qualify PMET are called for counselling at MDSU, Ajmer, where seats are allotted based on merit rank and category-wise reservations.
Ques. What are the total fees for M.Ed at MDSU Ajmer?
Ans. The total programme fee for M.Ed at MDSU Ajmer is INR 47,440 for the complete 2-year duration. This is payable as per the university’s fee schedule for the 2026-27 academic year. Compared to private education colleges offering M.Ed, MDSU’s fee is considerably lower, making it an economical choice for B.Ed graduates in Rajasthan who want to pursue postgraduate teacher education. SC/ST students from Rajasthan can apply for the Raj Scholarship to receive a full tuition fee waiver and reduce their financial burden substantially.
Ques. What career options are available after M.Ed from MDSU Ajmer?
Ans. M.Ed graduates from MDSU Ajmer can qualify for assistant professor and lecturer posts in B.Ed colleges and university departments of education after clearing UGC-NET in Education. Roles as educational counsellors, curriculum developers, school principals, and education department officers in government are also open to M.Ed holders. Many graduates pursue research in education and apply for PhD programmes in Education or Educational Psychology. NCERT and SCERT recruit education professionals, and M.Ed holders are eligible for central and state government research and training roles in education policy and administration.
Ques. Can M.Ed graduates from MDSU appear for UGC-NET Education?
Ans. Yes, M.Ed graduates from MDSU Ajmer are eligible to appear for UGC-NET in Education conducted by NTA. Qualifying UGC-NET in Education entitles candidates to a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) worth INR 37,000 per month and makes them eligible for assistant professor positions in B.Ed colleges, education departments of universities, and teacher training institutions across India. NTA conducts UGC-NET multiple times per year. Rajasthan graduates can also appear for the state-level SET exam, which qualifies them for college positions within Rajasthan.
Ques. Is M.Ed from MDSU valid for teaching in B.Ed colleges and universities?
Ans. Yes, M.Ed from MDSU Ajmer is a UGC-recognised degree and qualifies graduates to apply for teaching positions in B.Ed colleges, university departments of education, and teacher training institutions. However, in addition to the M.Ed degree, candidates must also qualify UGC-NET in Education to be eligible for assistant professor positions. MDSU’s M.Ed programme follows the UGC framework for teacher educator preparation, ensuring graduates meet the minimum qualification requirements set by the National Council for Teacher Education for faculty roles in teacher education institutions across India.