DPEd Admission 2026: The National Academy for Primary Education (NAPE) has officially released the admission notice for the “Diploma in Primary Education (DPEd)” program for the JanuaryâOctober 2026 session. This highly anticipated announcement opens the door for aspiring educators to enroll in this specialized 10-month course conducted across 12 Primary Teacher Institutes (PTIs) in Bangladesh.
The application process commences today, Wednesday (November 26, 2025). This non-residential, evening-shift program is designed to enhance professional skills in teaching and educational research, making it a valuable asset for careers in national and international development organizations. Prospective students are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and seat plan details available on the official NAPE website.
Key Admission Details and Eligibility
To maintain the quality of the program, NAPE has set strict academic and citizenship requirements for DPEd Admission 2026.
Academic and Citizenship Requirements
- Citizenship: The applicant must be a permanent citizen of Bangladesh.
- Minimum Degree: Candidates must hold a Bachelorâs (Pass/Honors) degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
- GPA/CGPA Standard: A minimum Second Class or equivalent CGPA is mandatory. This translates to at least 2.25 on a 4-point scale or 2.8 on a 5-point scale.
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restriction: Applicants with a Third Division/Class or equivalent GPA/CGPA at any stage of their academic career are not eligible to apply.
- Age Limit: There is no age restriction for this program; admission is open to all qualified ages.
Program Overview and Fees
- Duration: 10 Months (divided into two semesters).
- Total Credits: 35 Credits.
- Course Fee: The total fee is BDT 12,000, payable as BDT 6,000 per semester upon passing the admission test.
PTI Seat Distribution (12 Locations)
A total of 1,320 seats are available across the country. The distribution is as follows:
| PTI Location | Seats | PTI Location | Seats |
| Dhaka | 90 | Mymensingh | 150 |
| Chattogram | 150 | Jessore | 120 |
| Rajshahi | 120 | Cumilla | 120 |
| Rangpur | 120 | Joydebpur | 90 |
| Sylhet | 90 | Dinajpur | 120 |
| Barisal | 120 | Bogura | 120 |
Admission Test and Selection Process
Admission will be strictly based on merit determined by a written examination.
- Exam Date: December 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM.
- Venue: The specific PTI where the candidate has applied.
- Exam Format: A 50-mark MCQ test lasting 50 minutes.
- Syllabus: Questions will cover Bengali, English, Mathematics, and General Knowledge.
Application Timeline
Candidates must adhere to the following schedule for the Primary Teacher Training admission process:
| Event | Date / Time |
| Application Start | November 26, 2025 (10:30 AM) |
| Application End | December 19, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Admit Card Download | December 20, 2025 (After 4:00 PM) |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must complete the application online through the https://napeinfo.com/dped in the circular. After filling out the online form with accurate information and submitting the required data, candidates must pay the application fee.
From December 20, applicants can log in using their User ID and Password to download the admit card. It is important to note that while this diploma is a significant value-add for an educational career, NAPE explicitly states that the program does not guarantee government employment.
