S.M. SHOAIB HASHMI EDUCATION AND WELFARE TRUST GROUP OF INSTITUTION,S.M. SHOAIB HASHMI B.Ed. college

Located in the historic district of Purbi Champaran (East Champaran), Bihar, S.M. Shoaib Hashmi B.Ed. College is a premier teacher training institution established under the S.M. Shoaib Hashmi Education and Welfare Trust. The college is dedicated to providing quality pedagogical education to aspiring teachers in North Bihar.

The college is primarily known for its teacher training programs that cater to the massive demand for qualified educators in Bihar's school system. The most popular programs for the 2026 academic session include:

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.): A two-year full-time professional course designed to prepare teachers for secondary and senior secondary schools.
• Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.): A two-year program focusing on primary and middle school teaching methodologies (subject to annual NCTE seat allocation).

The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge in child psychology and practical classroom management skills.

Admissions for the 2026 session are strictly governed by the Bihar B.Ed. Common Entrance Test (CET-BED) conducted by the state-designated university.

• Notification Release: February 2026
• Application Window: March – April 2026
• CET-BED Entrance Exam: May 2026
• Result Declaration: June 2026
• Counseling & Seat Allotment: July 2026

Candidates must possess a minimum of 50% marks in their Graduation or Post-Graduation to be eligible. The selection is based on the rank obtained in the Bihar B.Ed. CET.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The cutoff for 2026 admission is determined by the Bihar B.Ed. CET scores. While the exact marks vary yearly, the expected trends are:

Final admission depends on the preference list submitted by the student during the centralized counseling process.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

Placement in a B.Ed. college primarily refers to the success of students in securing teaching positions in government and private schools. In 2025, the placement highlights were:

• Government Sector: A significant number of 2023-25 batch students successfully cleared the BPSC Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE).
• Private School Tie-ups: The college facilitates interviews with leading private schools in Motihari and Muzaffarpur.
• CTET/STET Success: Over 70% of final-year students qualified for central or state teacher eligibility tests.
• Average Package (Private): INR 2.4 LPA to 3.6 LPA for school teaching roles.

The institution supports students from economically weaker sections through various government schemes:

• Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS): Available for SC, ST, and OBC students through the Bihar State Scholarship portal.
• Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme: Students can avail of education loans up to INR 4 Lakhs at low interest rates for their B.Ed. course.
• Minority Scholarships: Since the trust is focused on welfare, students from minority communities can apply for central and state-level minority scholarship programs.

The college focuses on core teacher education. The most sought-after courses are:

• B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education): 2 Years duration. Focuses on secondary school teaching.
• D.El.Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education): 2 Years duration. Focuses on primary level teaching.

Both courses include mandatory school internship programs where students gain real-time teaching experience in local Purbi Champaran schools.

The fee structure is aligned with the guidelines set by the Government of Bihar and the affiliating university.

Note: Fees are usually paid in annual installments. Examination fees and uniform charges are typically extra.

The application process for 2026 is a two-step procedure:

1. State Level: Apply for the Bihar B.Ed. CET through the official website (usually hosted by LNMU or another nodal university). Pay the application fee and appear for the exam.
2. College Level: After the CET results, participate in online counseling. Select "S.M. Shoaib Hashmi B.Ed. College" as your preferred choice in the preference list.
3. Verification: Once a seat is allotted, visit the college campus in Purbi Champaran with original documents for verification and fee payment.

The college provides a conducive environment for learning with the following facilities:

• Library: Well-stocked with pedagogical journals, reference books, and NCERT textbooks.
• ICT Lab: Equipped with computers and internet for digital literacy training.
• Psychology Lab: Contains equipment for various psychological tests and experiments.
• Multipurpose Hall: Used for seminars, workshops, and cultural events.
• Playground: Facilities for outdoor sports to promote physical education.

The academic structure is divided into specialized departments to ensure focused learning:

• Department of Foundations of Education: Covers philosophy and sociology of education.
• Department of Pedagogical Studies: Focuses on teaching methods for Science, Maths, Social Science, and Languages.
• Department of Educational Technology: Handles ICT integration in teaching.
• Department of Physical Education: Manages health and wellness modules.