NIOS Bridge Course 2026 Registration Reopens Tomorrow, Check Eligibility And Application Steps

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will reopen registration for its six-month Certificate Bridge Course in Primary Teacher Education on October 21. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until October 28, 2026, through the official website, bridge.nios.ac.in.

The registration portal is being reopened following requests from various stakeholders, including government teachers, seeking another opportunity to enrol in the programme.

The bridge course is intended for in-service primary teachers appointed on the basis of a Bachelor of Education (BEd) qualification during the prescribed period. Eligible teachers must complete the programme to retain their eligibility for primary-level teaching, subject to the applicable requirements.

According to the official NIOS portal, teachers appointed on the basis of a BEd qualification between June 28, 2018, and August 11, 2023, are required to complete the bridge course to retain their eligibility.

The programme is designed to strengthen teachers' pedagogical skills and prepare them to teach students in Classes 1 to 5. Candidates should verify their appointment details and applicable eligibility conditions before applying.

The course has been developed under the framework of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), under the supervision of the Ministry of Education. It includes six theory courses and a school-based practicum, along with online contact classes and practical teaching experience.

Eligible teachers can follow these steps to complete the registration process:

1. Visit the official website at bridge.nios.ac.in.
2. Click on the ‘Enrol Now’ option on the homepage.
3. Read the instructions and select ‘Proceed’.
4. Enter the required basic details and complete the application form.
5. Provide the necessary personal and professional information.
6. Upload the required documents and pay the prescribed fee.
7. Submit the application and retain the confirmation receipt for future reference.

Applicants should ensure that their details and supporting documents are accurate before submitting the form. The registration window will remain open until October 28, 2026.

The course carries a total of 500 marks, divided equally between internal assessment and the final examination. Internal assessment accounts for 250 marks, while the examination accounts for the remaining 250 marks.

NIOS has also provided for a supplementary examination. Candidates should refer to the official programme guide and academic calendar for detailed assessment requirements and examination-related updates.

For registration, eligibility verification and further instructions, candidates can visit the official NIOS bridge course portal at bridge.nios.ac.in.