Osmania University is one of the famous Universities in India as it imparts quality education in the various fields. It offers various undergraduate, post graduate and doctorial programs in different specializations. Osmania University conducts entrance exams annually for admitting the eligible candidates against the offered B.Ed seats.

Structure of Osmania University B.Ed Entrance Exam

The entrance test will be conducted in an objective type multiple choice format. There will be a total of 100 questions which has to b completed within 90 minutes duration. The question paper consists of three sections. The first part consists of General English questions for about 20 marks. The second section consists of General knowledge as well as teaching aptitude questions (20 marks). The third section consists of 60 questions. The questions will be based on the subject that has been chosen by the candidate. This section of the examination carries 60 marks.

Syllabus of Osmania University B.Ed Entrance Exam

PART A: General English

PART B: General knowledge and Teaching Aptitude

PART C: Metodologies

Physical Sciences

• Sets
• Rings
• Vector spaces
• 3dimensional geometry
• Real numbers
• Differential equations
• Elements of Number theory
• Quadratic equations

Physics

• Vector Analysis
• Mechanics of particles
• Mechanics of Rigid bodies
• Central forces
• Fundamentals of vibrations
• Damped and forced oscillations
• Vibrating strings
• Thermodynamics
• Quantum theory of Radiation
• Statistical thermodynamics
• Interference
• Polarization and double diffraction
• Lasers fiber optics and Holography
• Electrostatics
• Dielectrics
• Capacitance
• Magnetostatics
• Moving charge in electric and magnetic fields
• Electromagnetic induction
• Varying and alternating currents
• Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic wave

Chemistry

• Atomic Structure and Elementary Quantum Mechanics
• Chemical Bonding
• Periodic properties
• s-block and p-block elements
• d - block elements
• f- block elements
• Metals
• Stereochemistry of carbon compounds
• Acyclic Hydrocarbons
• Properties: Acidity of acetylenic hydrogen (formation of metal acetylides)
• Benzene and its reactivity
• Areness and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons
• Nitrogen compounds
• Heterocyclic Compounds
• Carbohydrates
• Amino acids and proteins
• Physical properties

Physical Chemistry:

• Gaseous State
• Liquid state
• Solid state
• Dilute Solutions and Colligative properties
• Colloids and Surface Chemistry
• Solutions
• Chemical Kinetics
• Thermodynamics

Biology (Botany)

• Virology, Phycology, Mycology, Lichenology, Bryology, Pteridology, Palaeobotany
• Histology, Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Ecology, Taxonomy, Embryology, Cell
• Biology, Genetics, Evolution, Biotechnology, Microbiology
• Classification of Plant Kingdom:
• Plant diversity in Angiosperm families

Microbiology

• Structure, replication and transmission of viruses and Mycoplasma
• Structure, nutrition and reproduction of bacteria
• Structure,  reproduction,  life  history and  systematic  position  of  Volcvox,
• Oedogonium,Chara, Vaucheria, Ectocarpus,  and  Polysiphonia
• Structure, reproduction, life history and systematic position of  Albugo, Mucor,
• Pencillium,  Peziza,  Puccinia,  and Alternaria
• Structure, reproduction and economic importance of lichens
• Cell Biology
• Tissues and tissue systems in plants
• Physiology
• Water relations of plants
• Nutrition in plants
• Photosynthesis
• Growth and differentiation Respiration: types, mechanism and controlling factors
• Types of reproduction
• Flower as a modified shoot
• Plants and Environment
• Morphological, anatomical and physiological responses of plants to water

Zoology

• Biology of Invertebrates and Cell Biology
• Animal Phsiology, Behaviour and Ecology Animal Physiology pertaining to
• Animal Behaviour
• Animal Ecology
• Biology of Chordates, Genetics, Evolution and Zoogeography
• Genetics

Social Studies (Geography)

• Principles of Physical Geography
• Social and Economic Geography
• Regional Geography of India
• Regional Geography of Asia

History

• History of India upto 1526 A.D
• History of India (1526-1964 A.D.)
• Later Medieval India
• General conditions under Moghul rule
• Study of Art and Architecture, Literature, Education and Fine Arts (1526-1761 A.D).
• Modern India
• Economic Changes Social Changes
• Popular resistance to company rule
• National Movement:
• India 1947-1964.
• History of Modern Europe (1789-1960)

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidate with B.A./B.Sc. with Mathematics as one of the group subjects or B.C.A. candidates with Mathematics at Intermediate level can apply for the B.Ed in Mathematics.
• Candidates with B.Sc. Physics and Chemistry or allied material sciences under Part – II group subjects or B.C.A. with Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry) at Intermediate level can opt for B.Ed in Physics or Chemistry
• Candidates with B.Sc in Botany and Zoology or allied Life Sciences or B.Sc. in Home Science under Part – II group subjects or B.C.A with Biological Sciences at  Intermediate level as group subject can choose B.Ed in Botany or Zoology.
• Students with B.A./B.Com./B.B.M. or B.C.A. candidates with Social Sciences at Intermediate level

Apart from this, the candidates should hold atleast two years experience of school teaching from a recognized Primary/Elementary/Secondary school.

How to apply?

The admission brochure and the application forms can be obtained from the Director, Department of Publications and Press of the Osmania University. The application forms for the B.Ed examination costs Rs 100/-. Aspirants can also buy the application forms through post by sending a request along with a DD of Rs 100/- to the Director, Directorate of Admissions, Osmania University. The filled up applications have to be sent to “The Director, Directorate of Admissions, Osmania University” along with a DD of Rs 550/- which is payable at Hyderabad to The Director, Directorate of Admissions, Near University Press, Osmania University.

How to fill the Form?

Candidate should fill their full name and address in block letters as same as that in the original documents. Special care should be taken while filling the contact number in order to avoid mistakes. The category as well as the date of birth should be mentioned clearly in the provided space. A recent photograph of the candidate should be affixed in the space provided for the same.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Issue of Application Forms: Last week of November, 2011

Date of B.Ed Entrance Exam: Last week of February, 2012

Osmania University B.Ed Entrance Exam Centers

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Contact Address for Osmania University B.Ed Entrance Exam

Address: The Director, Directorate of Admissions, Near University Press, Osmania University, Hyderabad – 500007

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Study Plan

• Create an effective plan in order to achieve your aim.
• Work out how much time will be given for studying.
• Plan when exactly you will do this study.
• Write down simple tasks.
• Make clearly defined, written goals for each week.
• Make sure that you make constant improvements in your learning process
• Once you have fixed your goals, you will find yourself more motivated and you will work more.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The results of Osmania University B.Ed Entrance Exam will be available in the official website of the University just after 60 days from the day of exam. The website address of the university is http://www.osmania.ac.in/

Score Validity

The score obtained through Osmania University B.Ed Entrance exam will be valid for one year.