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

The Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) at Ramchandra Chandravansi University prepares candidates for primary-level teaching across Jharkhand and other states. Offered through NCTE-approved affiliated colleges in Palamu, the two-year full-time programme covers child development, pedagogy, curriculum planning, language proficiency in Hindi and English, and supervised school internship. Graduates are eligible to appear in TET and CTET examinations and can apply for teaching positions in government and private primary schools. Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks with no entrance test.

Admissions to the 2026-27 D.El.Ed batch are open at Ramchandra Chandravansi University, Palamu; candidates may apply online at rcu.edu.in with classes commencing in August 2026.

Key Points

• Two-year NCTE-approved diploma qualifying graduates to teach in Classes 1 to 8
• Curriculum includes child psychology, pedagogy, language teaching methods, and school internship
• Eligibility: 10+2 pass with minimum 50 percent marks; 45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates
• Total programme fee of INR 1,26,600 comprising annual tuition and one-time charges
• Merit-based admission on 10+2 aggregate; no separate entrance examination required
• Graduates are eligible to appear in TET and CTET examinations after course completion

Ramchandra Chandravansi University D.El.Ed Fees

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	INR 60,000
Prospectus Fee (one-time)	INR 1,000
Registration Fee (one-time)	INR 5,600
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	INR 60,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 1,26,600

• Annual tuition fee is INR 60,000 per year as per the official fee structure published by RCU.
• One-time charges payable in the first year include a prospectus fee of INR 1,000 and a registration fee of INR 5,600.
• Total fees for the two-year D.El.Ed programme amount to INR 1,26,600.

Ramchandra Chandravansi University D.El.Ed Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Opens	June 2026
Application Deadline	July 2026
Merit List Publication	July 2026
Document Verification	August 2026
Classes Commence	August 2026

• Admission to the D.El.Ed programme is merit-based on 10+2 marks; no separate entrance examination is required.
• Candidates must apply online at rcu.edu.in and upload 10+2 mark sheets, school leaving certificate, photograph, and other required documents.
• Students appearing in the 10+2 examination in 2026 may apply provisionally, subject to submitting their final mark sheet before enrolment is confirmed.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent marks; SC/ST/OBC candidates require a minimum of 45 percent as per Jharkhand Government norms.
• Candidates must have studied at least two subjects from the primary school syllabus at the 10+2 level (e.g., Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, English, Sanskrit).
• Students appearing in the 10+2 examination in 2026 may apply provisionally, subject to meeting eligibility criteria at the time of document verification.

Admission Process

• Visit rcu.edu.in and fill the online application form for the D.El.Ed programme.
• Upload scanned copies of 10+2 mark sheets and pass certificate, school leaving certificate, photograph, and signature.
• Await the merit list based on 10+2 marks; shortlisted candidates must report for document verification on the notified date with original certificates.
• Pay the first-year fees at the college to confirm enrolment and complete the registration formalities.

Ramchandra Chandravansi University D.El.Ed Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Post Matric Scholarship (Jharkhand Govt.)	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC students from Jharkhand; applied via National Scholarship Portal
Central Sector Scholarship	As per government norms	Merit-cum-means basis; family income below specified limit
University Merit Scholarship	Merit-based award	Students with outstanding academic performance; amount as notified by RCU

• Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students are processed through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in; apply before the notified deadline each academic year.
• Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to annual government notifications and university-level approvals; students should apply within the first month of the academic year.

Ramchandra Chandravansi University D.El.Ed FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for D.El.Ed at RCU?

Ans. Total fees for the two-year D.El.Ed programme are INR 1,26,600 comprising annual tuition of INR 60,000 per year, a one-time prospectus fee of INR 1,000, and a one-time registration fee of INR 5,600 as per the official fee structure.

Ques. Is the D.El.Ed programme at RCU approved by NCTE?

Ans. Yes, the D.El.Ed programme at Ramchandra Chandravansi University is offered through NCTE-approved affiliated colleges in Palamu, making the qualification valid for applying to primary teaching posts in recognised schools across India.

Ques. Can D.El.Ed graduates appear in TET or CTET?

Ans. Yes, D.El.Ed graduates are eligible to appear in state-level Teacher Eligibility Tests (TET) and the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) conducted by the National Testing Agency, which are required for teaching in government schools.

Ques. What is the admission process for D.El.Ed at RCU?

Ans. Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks; no entrance examination is required. Candidates apply online at rcu.edu.in, upload required documents, and shortlisted candidates attend document verification before paying first-year fees to confirm enrolment.

Ques. What are career opportunities after completing D.El.Ed?

Ans. D.El.Ed graduates can work as primary and upper-primary school teachers after clearing TET/CTET. Additional options include roles as anganwadi teachers, language instructors, and educational resource persons in government programmes.

Ques. What subjects are covered in the D.El.Ed curriculum at RCU?

Ans. The D.El.Ed curriculum covers child development and pedagogy, teaching of languages (Hindi and English), mathematics, environmental studies, social studies, and includes supervised school internship to build practical classroom teaching skills.