| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute Name | Directorate of Distance Education, L.N. Mithila University (LNMU) |
| Institute Type | University Department (Constituent) |
| Established | 1998 |
| Location | Kameshwar Nagar, Darbhanga, Bihar – 846004 |
| Affiliation | Lalit Narayan Mithila University (LNMU), Darbhanga |
| Approval | NCTE (Regular B.Ed) & UGC-DEB (ODL Programs) |
Admission to B.Ed colleges in Bihar (both Government and Government-Aided) is conducted through a state-level entrance exam called Bihar B.Ed CET. Candidates must qualify the exam and participate in counselling to secure admission.
| Course | Seats |
|---|---|
| B.Ed (Regular Mode) | 100 |
| B.Ed (ODL Mode) | 500 (Subject to DEB Approval) |
| M.A. (Distance Mode) | Various (11+ Subjects) |
| M.Sc. / M.Com (Distance Mode) | Various |
| BLIS / MLIS (Library Science) | Distance Mode |
| Category (Allotted Sub Category) | Min. Rank (CML) | Max. Rank (CML) |
|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 5028 | 29108 |
| UR_FEMALE | 13344 | 27926 |
| BC (Backward Class) | 29114 | 29114 |
| BC_FEMALE | 28271 | 28271 |
| EBC (Extremely Backward Class) | 30373 | 30373 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 29586 | 29586 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 32242 | 32242 |
| Facilities | Available |
|---|---|
| Central Library | Yes (Access to LNMU Central Library with 2+ Lakh books & e-resources) |
| IT Infrastructure | Yes (Dedicated Computer Lab & Network Resource Centre) |
| Laboratories | Yes (Psychology, Science & Educational Technology labs for B.Ed) |
| Smart Classrooms | Yes (Lecture halls equipped with AV aids and Projectors) |
| University Hostel | Yes (Access to LNMU university hostels for regular students) |
| Medical Facilities | Yes (University Health Centre services available) |
| Canteen & Wi-Fi | Yes (Campus cafeteria and Wi-Fi enabled study zones) |
| Sports & Gymnasium | Yes (Access to University Sports Ground and Multi-purpose Hall) |
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary Career Path | Secondary & Higher Secondary Teacher via BPSC TRE |
| Advanced Opportunities | Distance Education Officer, Content Developer & Academic Consultant |
| Average Package (Private) | ₹2.6 LPA - ₹5.0 LPA (For B.Ed & PG Distance Graduates) |
| Key Certifications | CTET, Bihar STET, UGC NET (for PG degree holders) |
| Placement Support | LNMU Central Placement Cell & Career Counseling Sessions |
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| CET-B.Ed Allotment Fee | ₹3,000 (Paid at counselling) |
| Regular B.Ed (1st Year) | ₹75,000 |
| Regular B.Ed (2nd Year) | ₹75,000 |
| Total Course Fee (Regular) | ₹1,50,000 |
| ODL B.Ed (Total 2 Years) | ₹1,10,000 (Subject to eligibility) |
| Examination Fee | As per LNMU norms (Approx. ₹1,500/year) |
| Application/Prospectus Fee | ₹1,000 (For ODL programs) |
The Bihar Student Credit Card (BSCC) scheme provides up to ₹4,00,000 for students pursuing B.Tech and other higher education courses, available to both boys and girls to ensure no student’s education is stopped due to financial issues. The loan has very low interest rates—4% for boys and 1% for girls, with no collateral or guarantor required, and repayment starts only after getting a job. It covers college fees, hostel fees, books, laptops, exam fees, and other academic expenses, making higher education affordable and accessible for Bihar students.
The Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) scheme by the Bihar Government provides financial assistance to SC, ST, OBC, and EBC category students studying after Class 10 (Intermediate, Graduation, Diploma, B.Tech, MBA, MCA, etc.).
The amount varies depending on the course, category, and institution:
The Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) at Lalit Narayan Mithila University (LNMU), Darbhanga, was established in 1998 to expand higher education access. It is a premier university department that uniquely offers a regular NCTE-approved B.Ed program alongside a variety of distance learning (ODL) undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Located in the heart of the university campus at Kameshwar Nagar, the Directorate serves thousands of students through its robust network of study centres across Bihar, maintaining a commitment to quality professional teacher training and academic flexibility.
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