NIOS Bridge Course 2026: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will reopen registration for its six-month Certificate Bridge Course in Primary Teacher Education on October 21, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online at bridge.nios.ac.in until October 28. The registration window is being reopened following requests from government teachers and other eligible applicants.The course is intended for eligible primary teachers appointed on the basis of a Bachelor of Education (BEd) qualification. Teachers covered by the prescribed eligibility conditions must complete the bridge course to meet the applicable service-related requirements for teaching at the primary level.NIOS Bridge Course 2026: Important dates
| Event | Date |
| Registration begins | October 21, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | October 28, 2026 |
| Course duration | Six months |
| Official website | bridge.nios.ac.in |
Who is eligible for the NIOS Bridge Course?Eligible primary teachers appointed on the basis of BEd qualifications between June 28, 2018, and August 11, 2023, are required to complete the six-month bridge course, according to the information provided.Candidates should verify whether their appointment date, qualifications and service conditions fall within the applicable eligibility criteria before registering. The course is designed for the specified category of primary teachers and is not presented as a general qualification programme for all educators.Who will prepare the bridge course?The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) will prepare the course under the supervision of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The programme is intended to support the professional development of primary teachers and address the requirements associated with teaching at the elementary level.
How to apply for the NIOS Bridge Course 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete registration:Step 1: Visit the official website, bridge.nios.ac.in.Step 2: Click on the ‘Enrol Now’ option on the homepage.Step 3: Read the instructions and select ‘Proceed’.Step 4: Enter the required basic information.Step 5: Fill in personal and professional details accurately.Step 6: Upload the requested documents, wherever applicable.Step 7: Pay the prescribed registration fee and submit the form.Step 8: Download the confirmation page and retain a copy for future reference.Candidates should complete the process within the registration window and check their application details before submission.Examination pattern and assessmentThe course assessment carries a total of 500 marks. Of these, 250 marks are allocated to internal assessment, while the remaining 250 marks are assigned to the proposed examination after completion of the course.NIOS has also provided for a supplementary examination. This offers an additional opportunity to teachers who miss the main examination or do not pass it. Candidates should check official course instructions for the applicable examination schedule and assessment requirements.