Himachal Institute of Education, Solan: Admission, Courses, Fees, Placements

Himachal Institute of Education, Solan came into existence in the year 1999, which is one of the leading teacher training college in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. This affiliated college recognised by NCTE offers excellent education in teacher education in Sangamner, in a campus that is free from noise and pollution. Located in a 4 acres land, the institute offers education to a total of 50 students and thus provides a close knit environment. At present the institute has a faculty strength of 5 faculty members who are committed professional educators, that enable each student to receive plenty of one-on-one attention. This co-educational college provides a single degree, which will enhance the college’s concentrated efforts in the preparation of teachers.

Himachal Institute of Education has a variety of facilities that would interestingly transform the learning environment of the institute. The school has more than 2500 books and different national and international journale, and all are overseen by professional staff. Physical development; sports facilities for students are in place. It also has an auditorium for functions and seminars to enhance its student activity on the college campus. Practical sessional teaching and learning facilities, which include departmental laboratories; students’ first aid services and health facilities, with health centre amenities. Other facilities are canteen facility, Internet facility, separate Hostel for boys and girls, Transport facilities, Shop Facility, and Reading Room/Sanitised corner. In addition to this, the institute boast of good IT facilities which is paramount in today’s world of education.

Himachal Institute of Education, Solan currently has only one course – the Bachelors in Education (B.Ed). This course is studied full time over two years, and the approved number of students’ intake is 50. The B.Ed programme is one that aims at producing professional teachers who will be equipped with the human, personal and career assets to enable them practice effectively in the teaching profession. And while the institute concentrates on this particular programme, it does not leave out the broad training of future educators.

The admission to the B.Ed programme offered at Himachal Institute of Education is done through an examination. It is mandatory to write this test and admissions are given according to the score of the test. The direct admission in college is coordinated by the central admission committee of the affiliated university to ensure proper and pro forma admission criteria. This simplifies the process of choosing teachers who are most appropriate for the teaching profession and is in par with the institutes polices set towards ensuring high quality education is offered in the institute.