Compare Pre-Primary Teacher Training Courses
Four levels of pre-primary teacher training, plus five related early-years courses. Compare eligibility, hours, duration and fees in INR and USD.
Choose by your highest qualification and goal: the Certificate (10th pass) for a quick start or assistant role, the Diploma (12th pass) for lead nursery and KG roles, the PG Diploma (graduates) for CBSE, ICSE, Gulf and international schools, and the Integrated PG Diploma (graduates, 480 hours) for the deepest training.
10th pass
Certificate in Pre-Primary Teacher Training
- Hours
- 120
- Duration
- 6 months
12th pass
Diploma in Pre-Primary Teacher Training
- Hours
- 200
- Duration
- 10 months
Graduation (any subject)
PG Diploma in Pre-Primary Teacher Training
- Hours
- 240
- Duration
- 12 months
Graduation (any subject)
Integrated PG Diploma in Pre-Primary Teacher Training
- Hours
- 480
- Duration
- 18 months
Pre-primary levels at a glance
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
| Integrated PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 480 hours / 18 months | ₹35,000 + GST | US$549 |
How to choose
- Parent or helper wanting the basics: Certificate
- 12th pass aiming at a teaching job: Diploma
- Graduate changing career: PG Diploma
- Graduate aiming at coordinator roles or running a pre-school: Integrated PG Diploma
Still unsure? Read which level should I choose or ask admissions on WhatsApp.
Related early-years courses
These APTTI courses cover nearby age groups and methods. Fees are the same structure; check each table.
Nursery Teacher Training (NTT)
0 to 5 · Online and distance learning
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
Montessori Teacher Training
2.5 to 6 (Montessori pre-school) · Online and distance learning, self-paced
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
0 to 8 (early childhood) · Online, with webinars and expert chat sessions
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Confirm with admissions | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | Confirm with admissions | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Confirm with admissions | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
International Teaching Diploma
Pre-primary and Montessori levels · Online and in-class
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | 12th pass | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
| PG Diploma | Degree | 360 hours / 18 months | ₹35,000 + GST | US$549 |
Teaching Young Learners
Children and young learners under 16 · Online (username and password access; MCQs and assignments)
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Young Learners | 12th pass | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
Questions about choosing a course
- Certificate vs Diploma in pre-primary teacher training: what is the difference?
- Diploma vs PG Diploma in pre-primary teacher training: which should I choose?
- What is the difference between NTT and pre-primary teacher training?
- Montessori vs pre-primary teacher training: which is better?
- What is the difference between ECCE and pre-primary teacher training?
- Pre-primary teacher training vs B.Ed: which should I do?