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Becoming a teacher is never an easy job to do. Teaching is a profession where the teacher has to shape young minds in better manner. The teaching profession has its own fun, responsibilities and fulfillment.  The job a teacher is more than teaching as teachers play a dominant role in building the future of the upcoming generation.

In order to become a teacher, an aspiring teacher must have obtained the training according to the standards of the country on the subject on how to teach. One of training program is Junior Basic Training Course also known as JBT course. Junior Basic Training (JBT) is a 2 year diploma program.

It is an education training program that can be pursued after completing 12th class.  After completion of this JBT course, the aspiring teacher will be able to understand the basic elementary education of the country.

 

 Documents Required For JBT Admission

The following are some of the documents required for taking admission into the JBT Course:

  • Date of Birth Proof
  • Proof of disability (if any) if required
  • Migration Certificate
  • School Leaving Certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Provisional Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Mark sheet and Certificate of Class 10th and 12th examination.
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Residence Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe/Other Backward Caste)

It is to be noted that each college will issue the list of required documents to be submitted at the time of admission or prior to it. The candidates should accordingly ensure that all the documents are ready while applying for enrollment into the course.

 

Highlights: JBT Course

The following are some of the important highlights or overview of the JBT Course;

Course Level Diploma
Examination Type Semester type
Duration 2 years
Type of Course Full Time
Eligibility 10+2 in Arts or Science stream
Admission Process Merit or Entrance-based
Course Fee Ranging from INR 1,000 to 2 lakhs
Average Starting Salary Ranging from INR 2 to 15 lakhs
Recruiting organizations Top Schools and Universities
Job Profiles Teacher, administrator, Public Relation Specialist, Librarian, Childcare worker, Counselor, Teacher Assistant, Education, Social Worker, Coach
Recruiting Areas Colleges, Children’s Care Centers, Home Tutoring, Universities, Coaching Centers, Libraries, Government Offices, Sport Centers

 

 

What is the JBT course?

The complete form of JBT is Junior Basic Training meant for training of teachers. The duration of a JBT course is 2 years consisting of four semesters.  After the completion of diploma course of JBT, the students can get employment opportunities in schools mores specifically in elementary schools.

Apart from that, there are certain colleges offering admission to students basing on their academic performance, on the other hand, some of the educational institutions conduct entrance examination for admission. However, there is always a comparison between choosing of courses in between B.Ed and JBT.

JBT takes 2 years for completion whereas B.Ed takes 3 long years for completion of course work.

 

JBT Admission Process

Admission into the JBT course can be done in two ways such as merit-based and entrance-based. The details whereof are furnished below;

Merit-Based Admission

The following are the step by step admission process based on merit into the JBT Course;

  1. Visit the official website of the online application portal and get the registration done by entering the relevant details such as mobile number, e-mail id, date of birth, name etc. Once the registration process is complete, the candidate will be provided the login credential.
  2. The candidate has to fill the application form in a prescribed format with all the necessary details such as address, gender, marks obtained and subject etc.
  3. The candidate has to upload the scanned copies of the documents as prescribed such as mark sheet, residential certificate, Date of Birth Proof, Proof of disability, Migration Certificate, School Leaving Certificate, Transfer Certificate, Provisional Certificate, Character Certificate etc.
  4. Once all the registration and payment is done, then it is up to the college or educational institute to select the candidates for admission and publish their names on the official website.

 

Entrance-Based Admission

The following are the step by step admission process based on entrance test examination into the JBT Course;

  1. Visit the official website of the online application portal and get the registration done by entering the relevant details such as mobile number, e-mail id, date of birth, name etc. Once the registration process is complete, the candidate will be provided the login credential.
  2. Once the login ID is generated, the candidate has to fill the online form by providing all the academic and personal details. Then, the candidate can choose the course for which they can appear for the test.
  3. The candidate then has to upload all the scanned copies of the certificates along with photo ID proof, photograph, signature and certificate of class 10th and 12th.
  4. Further, a prescribed application fees will be paid either through debit/credit card or net banking.
  5. After successful payment of fees, the candidate can save and download the application form.
  6. Basing on the detailed provided and submitted; admit cards will be issued to the selected candidates.
  7. After obtaining the admit card, the dates of exam will be released by the colleges by different examination bodies. A candidate then has to sit in the examination and qualify the same in order to get admission in the course.

 

Eligibility Criteria for JBT Course

Every college or university provides certain eligibility criteria to take admission into the JBT course. The details whereof are provided below;

  • The candidate must have passed the class 12th examination with an aggregate of 50% marks from a recognized university
  • The candidates wishing to pursue JBT course should have cleared the entrance examination with an aggregate of 45%.

 

Top Universities/Colleges in India to pursue JBT Course

Some of the top universities/colleges in India to pursue JBT courses are mentioned below;

Name of University or College Procedure of Admission  Final Selection
Manipal Academy of Higher Education  Entrance Examination Personal Interview
Presidency University On basis of Merit Direct
Hansraj College Entrance Examination On CET score
Lady Shri Ram College On basis of Merit Personal Interview
Miranda House College Entrance Examination Personal Interview
Ramjas College On basis of Merit Direct
Christ University On basis of Merit Direct

 

Some of the other colleges offering JBT courses are as follows;

  • Amir Chand Kakkar College, Haryana
  • Singhania University, Rajasthan
  • Yaduvanshi College of Education, Haryana
  • Vaidh Shankar Lal Memorial College of Education, Himachal Pradesh

 

Syllabus for JBT Course

The syllabus for candidates pursuing JBT course are provided below;

Foundation Course:

  • Education for Peace, Value, Environment and Human Rights
  • Teaching of Hindi
  • Educational Management at Elementary Level
  • Population Education
  • Health & Physical Education Yoga
  • Understanding the Child and the Learning Process (Educational Psychology)
  • Teaching of Mathematics
  • Art Education & Work Experience (Theory & Practical)
  • Teaching of Environmental Science
  • Teaching of Social Studies
  • Educational Technology
  • Sessional Work (PET/Yoga)
  • Education in Emerging Indian
  • Teaching of English

 

Pedagogical Courses:

  • Teaching of Art Education
  • Teaching of Environmental Studies (Sciences)
  • Teaching of Mathematics
  • Teaching of Environmental Studies (Social-Studies)
  • Teaching of Mother Tongue (Hindi)
  • Teaching of Work Experience
  • Teaching of English Language
  • Teaching of Health and Physical Education

 

Practical Work

  • Co-curricular Activities
  • Community Work

 

Skills Required to Pursue JBT Course

There is certain skill sets required to pursue JBT course that are mentioned below;

  • Instructional skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Patience
  • Listening skills
  • Student learning
  • Subject knowledge
  • Communication skills
  • Classroom management
  • Professional management
  • Creativity

 

Suitability for Junior Basic Training (JBT) Course

Candidates who wish to pursue a successful teaching career at school level and have certain skills such as patience, confidence, subject knowledge, organizing capacity, good communication skills, Ability to manage and understand children, helpful nature etc. is reliable and suitable for JBT course.

Apart from that, the candidate must have the skills to analyze human behavior and have a friendly attitude towards children can easily understand the mindset of the students. Candidates having a bachelor’s degree in fine arts can pursue JBT course in order to enhance the subject knowledge and educational degree.

Further, candidates having interest in teaching, learning, studies and innovative mind and wants to offer teaching methods to the students can opt for this course.

 

Benefits of Junior Basic Training (JBT) Course

One of the important benefits of JBT course is they the candidates can find better opportunities in primary schools, high schools, nursery schools and special schools etc.

Apart from that, after completion of JBT course, a JBT graduate can run his or her own education institutions or schools or coaching centers as well.

Also, other than teaching jobs, JBT graduates can also have the opportunities of working as assistants, social workers, consultants, educational employees, educational specialists etc.

 

Employment Areas for Junior Basic Training (JBT)

The following are some of the employment areas for Junior Basic Training candidates;

  • Children Care Centers
  • Home Tutoring
  • Government Offices
  • Coaching Centers
  • Sport Centers
  • Colleges & Universities
  • Libraries

 

Job Opportunities for Junior Basic Training (JBT)

The following are some of the job opportunities for Junior Basic Training candidates;

  • Education Administrator
  • Librarian
  • Child Care Worker
  • Public Relation Specialist
  • Coach
  • Social Worker
  • Teacher
  • Counselor
  • Teacher Assistant

 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

  • Question 1: What are the top employment areas for JBT graduates?

 Answer: The recruiting areas for JBT graduates are Colleges, Children Care Centers, Home Tutoring, Universities, Coaching Centers, schools, Primary schools, Libraries, Government Offices, Sports Centers, Research institutes, and Educational centers.

  • Question 2: What is the JBT course duration?

Answer: The duration of JBT course is 2 years.

  • Question 3: What is the average starting salary of a JBT graduate?

Answer: The average starting salary of a JBT course is ranging from INR 2 to 15 lakhs per annum.

  •  Question 4: Is there any chances of getting higher education after pursuing JBT course?

Answer: Yes, the candidates can opt for a postdoctoral course and Ph.d trainings after completion of JBT course.

  • Question 5: What are the different job profiles after completion of JBT course?

Answer: Some of the job profiles after completion of JBT course are Teacher, administrator, Public Relation Specialist, Librarian, Childcare worker, Counselor, Teacher Assistant, Education, Social Worker, Coach

  • Question 6: What’s the main focus of the JBT Course?

Answer: The main focus of the JBT Course presents the mindset and lifestyle of the varying scenarios in the sector of education.

  • Question 7: Is JBT a popular course?

Answer: Considering the increasing demand of the JBT course, yes it is a popular course. This course is meant for development of awareness in education, child psychology and English.

  • Question 8: Is JBT a diploma course?

Answer: Yes, JBT course is a diploma course as conferred at the end of the program.

  • Question 9: Is JBT a degree Course?

Answer: No, it is not a degree course as mentioned above it is a diploma course.

  • Question 10:  Is entrance test compulsory for admission into JBT Course?

Answer: No, it is not compulsory to appear in entrance examination for taking admission into JBT Course. However, there are some colleges who conduct entrance examination for admission process and some colleges conduct admission basing on merit. However, the admission criteria differ from college to college.

  • Question 11: Is there any age limit to pursue JBT course?

Answer: No, there is no such age limit for taking admission into JBT course.

  • Question 12: What is the average monthly salary of a JBT graduate?

Answer: The average monthly salary of an JBT graduate is INR 30,000 per month.

  • Question 12: What are the skills required to have a career in JBT course?

Answer: The skills required to have  a career in JBT course are Instructional skills Leadership, Patience, Listening, Student learning, Subject knowledge, Communication skills, Classroom management, Professional management and creativity.

  • Question 13: What is the difference between JBT and BEd?

Answer: JBT is a 2 year educational training program whereas B.Ed is a 3-year educational research program.