NCTE derecognises 2,962 teacher education institutions

In a significant move, the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has derecognized 2,962 teacher education institutions across the country. This action was taken under Section 17 of the NCTE Act, 1993, which empowers regional committees to withdraw recognition from institutions found in violation of the Act. The derecognition aims to uphold the standards of teacher education and ensure that institutions adhere to the necessary regulations and quality benchmarks. The decision follows a comprehensive review process where numerous institutions were scrutinized for compliance with the statutory norms. Many of these institutions failed to meet the required criteria, including infrastructure standards, faculty qualifications, and curriculum guidelines. By enforcing such stringent measures, the NCTE seeks to improve the quality of teacher training and, consequently, the education system as a whole. This derecognition has significant implications for the education sector, impacting thousands of aspiring teachers who were enrolled in these institutions. The NCTE has advised affected students to seek admission into recognized institutions to continue their education. Moving forward, this decision underscores the NCTE's commitment to maintaining high standards in teacher education, ensuring that future educators are well-equipped to meet the demands of modern classrooms.

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