Admission Open for Diploma Programme in Science Education (DPSE) 2026–27 The Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar, a constituent unit of NCERT, has invited applications for admission to the Diploma Programme in Science Education (DPSE) at Middle and Secondary Level. The programme will be conducted through distance and face-to-face modes and is designed to enhance teaching skills, professional competencies, and research capabilities in science education. The programme is open to in-service science teachers, science teacher educators, aspiring science teachers, and professionals engaged in science teaching from the Eastern Region, including Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal. Programme Duration: June 2026 to March 2027 Academic Session: 2026–27 Total Seats: 50 Medium of Instruction: English Mode of Admission: Online Admission Test Last Date to Apply: 7 July 2026 Eligibility: Science teachers, teacher educators, aspiring teachers, and individuals involved in science teaching professions. Organization: Regional Institute of Education (RIE), Bhubaneswar, NCERT Address: Sachivalaya Marg, Bhubaneswar – 751022, Odisha Website: www.riebbs.ac.in Advertisement No.: 554 Date: 16 June 2026 Applicants should visit the institute website for detailed eligibility criteria, application procedures, and programme information