TEFL Course in Siliguri
You can take a TEFL course in Siliguri online with APTTI. Choose the 120-hour TEFL/TESOL Certificate (10 modules), self-paced with tutor support, or Live TEFL in trainer-led online batches scheduled in Indian Standard Time. Specialist courses useful in Siliguri include Teaching Young Learners and Teaching Phonetics. Certificates are notarised in Canada and posted free to your address in Siliguri.
TEFL and English-teaching work in Siliguri
Siliguri is the gateway to Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Sikkim, a region known for its English-medium boarding schools. Teachers here find work in schools, tourism-related spoken English and online teaching.
TEFL and TESOL courses for teachers in Siliguri
All courses are open to learners in Siliguri and across West Bengal. Study online in your own time, or join a live batch.
| Course | Mode | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Online TEFL / TESOL Course | Online, self-paced, with tutor support | ₹12,000 + GST · USD 199 international |
| Teaching Young Learners Course | Online, self-paced, with tutor support | ₹9,000 + 18% GST · USD 130 international |
| Business English Teacher Training (BETT) | Online, self-paced, with tutor support | ₹9,000 + 18% GST · USD 130 international |
| Teaching IELTS Course | Online, self-paced, with tutor support | ₹9,000 + 18% GST · USD 130 international |
| Teaching Phonetics Course | Online, self-paced, with tutor support | ₹9,000 + 18% GST · USD 130 international |
| Live TEFL Course (Online Batches) | Live online or in-class batches with a trainer | Fee on enquiry |
| Live Phonetics Course (Online Batches) | Live online classes with a trainer | Fee on enquiry |
Pronunciation focus for Bengali and Nepali speakers
Learners in this region speak Bengali, Nepali, Hindi and other languages. Common practice points are /v/ versus /w/ and 'bh', /s/ versus /ʃ/, vowel length, and adding a vowel before /s/ clusters.
The Teaching Phonetics and Live Phonetics courses show you how to work on these features with your learners, and with your own pronunciation. See also what mother tongue influence is.
How to study TEFL from Siliguri
Enquire
Send a quick enquiry or WhatsApp admissions with your goal: online teaching, school, IELTS coaching or teaching abroad.
Enrol
Apply online. Admissions confirms the course, fee and payment details in writing.
Study online or live
Work through the modules from home, or attend live batches scheduled in IST.
Complete the assessments
Answer module questions, plus lesson plans or projects at higher levels.
Receive your certificate
Your notarised certificate and grade sheet are posted to your address in Siliguri within 30 to 90 days.
Areas we serve in and around Siliguri
Learners join from Sevoke Road, Pradhan Nagar, Matigara, Hakimpara and Champasari, and from across West Bengal. Because study is online, there is no need to travel to a centre.
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TEFL in Siliguri: common questions
Is there a TEFL course in Siliguri?
Yes. APTTI's TEFL/TESOL courses are available to learners in Siliguri online, either self-paced with tutor support or in live online batches with a trainer.
What is the TEFL course fee in Siliguri?
APTTI's fees are the same in Siliguri as anywhere in India: the TEFL/TESOL Certificate is ₹12,000 + GST (USD 199 for international learners), the Diploma ₹18,000 + GST (USD 299 for international learners), and each 60-hour specialist certificate ₹9,000 + 18% GST (USD 130 for international learners).
Can I get a TEFL job in Siliguri?
Teachers here find work in schools, tourism-related spoken English and online teaching. A 120-hour TEFL certificate, fluent English and a good demo lesson help, but no course can guarantee a job.
Can I do TEFL in Siliguri without a degree?
Yes. The 120-hour Certificate needs a Class 10 pass and good English, and the 200-hour Diploma a Class 12 pass; the PG Diplomas and High-End course need a degree. Many jobs abroad and some online schools also require a degree.