With the RIE CEE 2026 registration window closing today, June 5, 2026, at @cee.ncert.gov.in, the attention now shifts to the upcoming examination scheduled for June 28, 2026 at centres across India. The admit card will be released on June 20, 2026 by NCERT. The RIE CEE is a highly valued entrance exam for candidates aspiring to study teacher education at India’s five Regional Institutes of Education, which are among the most prestigious government teacher-training institutions in the country.
RIE CEE 2026 Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | June 28, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Mode | Offline pen and paper |
| Admit Card Release | June 20, 2026 |
| Portal | cee.ncert.gov.in |
| Total Marks | 160 |
| Question Type | MCQs (2 marks each) |
| Negative Marking | Minus 0.5 per wrong answer |
Five RIE Locations Offering Admissions Through CEE
| Institute | Location |
|---|---|
| RIE Ajmer | Rajasthan |
| RIE Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
| RIE Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
| RIE Mysuru | Karnataka |
| RIE Shillong | Meghalaya |
What Happens After the Exam
- Answer key will be released after June 28 for candidates to verify their performance
- Result declaration and counselling process for seat allocation across five RIEs will follow in August to September 2026
- Admission is strictly merit-based through the centrally conducted exam
Graduates of RIE programmes hold among the most respected teaching qualifications in India and are consistently sought after for appointment in government and central schools. The admission is free from any state-level restriction and open to eligible candidates from across India for all five campuses.
