National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has invited online applications for the sixth phase of Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) for the academic session 2027-28.The program is being conducted in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which aims to improve the quality of teacher education in India. According to the official notice, institutions can apply online from May 8, 2026 to May 31, 2026 till 11:59 pm.Applications will be accepted through the official NCTE portal only. The Council has asked eligible multidisciplinary institutions to apply under Section 14 and 15 of the NCTE Act, 1993.

What is NCTE?

NCTE is a statutory body which was established under the National Council for Teacher Education Act, 1993. It started functioning on August 1, 1995.This body is responsible for regulating teacher education in the country and maintaining proper standards in teacher training institutions.

Only eligible institutions can apply

NCTE said that only those institutions meeting the prescribed shortlisting criteria will be considered further. Applications from institutions that do not fulfill the required conditions will be rejected.The shortlisting rules were approved during the 69th General Assembly meeting of the Council held on May 5, 2026.

Focus on better teacher education

Integrated Teacher Education Program is an important part of NEP 2020. The policy aims to improve teacher training by promoting integrated and multidisciplinary education. The government wants that future teachers should get better educational training through these programs.

Processing fee applicable

NCTE said that institutions applying for ITEP will have to pay the processing fee as per NCTE Rules, 1997 and later amendments. The Council has advised the institutions to complete the application process before the deadline.Candidates can click on the given link Here To download NCTE ITEP Notification.Candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official website to get complete details of NCTE ITEP Recruitment Notice.