Formal training for teachers can be undertaken for primary, and secondary level schools. Primary school teachers are required to have completed the 10+2 examination with a diploma/certificate course in pre-school or kindergarten teaching. These courses can also be done after graduation,
although graduation is not normally a prerequisite for primary level teachers. 

At the secondary level, teachers are required to possess a degree in teaching/education. The Bachelor of Education degree is a one-year training course for graduates of any discipline. Most universities in the country offer degrees in education for the physically or mentally handicapped etc. 

These diploma courses are available to those with some teaching experience or a Bachelor's degree. Some institutions offer a B.Ed with special focus on particular subjects such as science or math's teaching. There are also correspondence courses at some universities for employed graduate teachers.

DURATION OF TRAINING

Most primary teaching courses run for one academic year. B.Ed courses are also for one year after graduation. The M.Ed course is another one year.