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National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) provides opportunities to interested learners through ODL mode under OBE, 10th & 12th, Vocational Courses.

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🎤 राष्ट्रीय काव्य उत्सव 2026 | Rashtriya Kavya Utsav 2026

राष्ट्रीय काव्य उत्सव में शामिल होने का मौका अभी भी है! अंतिम तिथि: 31 जुलाई, 2026

यदि आप कक्षा 9 से 12 के विद्यार्थी हैं, तो अभी भाग लें और अपनी प्रतिभा को राष्ट्रीय मंच तक पहुँचाएँ: https://t.co/oZPy8vK3An

🏆 श्रेष्ठ 10 प्रतिभागियों को शिक्षा मंत्रालय, भारत सरकार की ओर से प्रशस्ति प्रमाण-पत्र प्रदान किए जाएंगे।

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#RashtriyaKavyaUtsav
#RashtriyaEPustakalaya #SchoolEducation #NEP2020

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

The first day of Bharatiya Bhasha Summer Camp 2026 witnessed enthusiastic participation by school students across Punjab.

Activities were focused around greetings, basic expressions, alphabets, numbers and simple conversations in different Indian languages. Through these engaging experiences, students got an opportunity to explore the linguistic diversity of India and learn how people communicate across regions.

These activities are helping students build connections and celebrate the spirit of #EkBharatShreshthaBharat.

#BharatiyaBhasha #NEP2020 #MultilingualEducation #SchoolEducation #DoSEL #PMO
@narendramodi @PMOIndia @dpradhanbjp @sanjayjavin @PIB_India @airnewsalerts @DDNewslive

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

भारतीय भाषा ग्रीष्मकालीन शिविर के माध्यम से देशभर के छात्र रचनात्मक गतिविधियों में उत्साहपूर्वक भाग ले रहे हैं। यह पहल विद्यार्थियों को भारत की भाषाई विविधता से परिचित कराते हुए विभिन्न संस्कृतियों को समझने और उनसे जुड़ने का अवसर प्रदान कर रही है।

देश के सभी छात्र इस अभियान में सहभागिता दें, अपनी भाषा और स्थानीय परंपराओं को साझा करें तथा ‘एक भारत श्रेष्ठ भारत’ की भावना को और सशक्त बनाएं।

#BharatiyaBhasha #EkBharatShreshthaBharat #MultilingualEducation #PMO #NEP2020 #SchoolEducation #DoSEL
@narendramodi @PMOIndia @dpradhanbjp @sanjayjavin @PIB_India @airnewsalerts @DDNewslive

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

Day-long workshop on UDISE+ and Performance Grading Index (PGI) held in Shillong, Meghalaya

Discussions focused on strategic importance of data reported by the State on UDISE+ and its implications on various education-related indicators.

Deputy Director General, Department of School Education & Literacy, Dr. Pankaj K.P. Shreyaskar, highlighted UDISE+'s role in data-driven educational planning. He presented key insights from Meghalaya’s UDISE+ 2024–25 data and discussed strategies for improving PGI performance and educational outcomes across the State.

Commissioner & Secretary, Department of Education, Government of Meghalaya, Shri Vijay Kumar Mantri, along with senior officials, attended in the Workshop.

#SchoolEducation #DoSEL #NEP2020

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

On 15th May 2026, an MoU was signed in the presence of Shri @sanjayjavin, Secretary, DoSEL between the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, Government of India and the State of West Bengal represented by Dheeraj Sahu, Additional Secretary and Binod Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, respectively, to implement #PMSHRI Schools initiative across West Bengal.

Aligned with the vision of #NEP2020, this initiative focuses on transforming existing schools into model institutions of excellence. These schools will serve as exemplar schools, guiding and supporting other nearby schools to enhance learning outcomes, innovation and holistic education.

Shri Vibhu Goel, SPD West Bengal, Dr. Amarpreet Duggal, Joint Secretary, DoSEL and Shri UP Singh, Director were also present.

#SchoolEducation #DoSEL

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

India’s Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are emerging as powerful engines of innovation, entrepreneurship, and deep-tech research. From research labs to startup incubators, HEIs are playing a transformative role in shaping India’s growing startup ecosystem.

Organised by the Ministry of Education, #BharatInnovates2026 aims to bring this innovation ecosystem to the global stage by connecting HEI-led startups and researchers with investors, industry leaders, universities, and innovation partners from across the world.

The initiative reflects the vision of the National Education Policy 2020 in promoting innovation-driven learning, interdisciplinary research, and strong industry-academia collaboration to build a future-ready India.

From campus ideas to global solutions, India’s young innovators are building technologies that can create impact far beyond borders.

#StartupIndia #Innovation #DeepTech #NEP2020 #ViksitBharat

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

Hon’ble Union Minister of Education, Shri @dpradhanbjp, launched the School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.

Addressing the gathering, he highlighted that the Guidelines will play a pivotal role in translating the vision of #NEP2020 into action across the country’s schools, while strengthening community participation and shared responsibility in education. He called for SMCs to evolve into a people’s movement for improving educational outcomes.

The event was attended by Shri Ashish Sood, Education Minister, Government of NCT of Delhi; Shri Gajender Yadav, Minister of School Education, Government of Chhattisgarh.

Shri Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy; Shri Ashok Kumar Meena, Secretary, Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation; Smt. Archana S. Awasthi, Additional Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy, along with other senior officials were also present. The meeting was virtually attended by several State Education Ministers.

Read more: https://t.co/0jHSzejZ0M

#DoSEL #SchoolEducation #SMCGuidelines

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026 will be launched on 6th May 2026, marking a significant step towards strengthening grassroot school governance.

SMCs serve as an important platform for parents, teachers and community members to collaborate in supporting schools through a shared responsibility and collective action. These efforts align with the vision of #NEP2020, which emphasises participatory, inclusive and community-driven approaches to education, ensuring every child benefits from a more responsive and supportive learning environment.

#DoSEL #SchoolEducation #SMCGuidelines2026

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

Shri @dpradhanbjp, Hon’ble Minister for Education, will launch the School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026 on 6th May 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.

School Management Committees (SMCs) bring together parents, teachers, local representatives and community members to foster participation, shared responsibility and support effective school planning. Aligned with the vision of #NEP2020, #SMC Guidelines aim to strengthen community participation and local governance in school education, enhancing accountability and transparency while improving learning outcomes by involving communities in school management from Balvatika to Grade 12.

This marks a significant step towards building a participatory, equitable and future-ready education system in line with the vision of #Viksit Bharat.

#SMCGuidelines2026 #SchoolEducation #DoSEL

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

Aligned with the vision of #NEP2020, which emphasises inclusive and equitable education, classrooms in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir are evolving to support every learner.

At the Resource Centre of Government Middle School Dangerpora in Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir, Children with Special Needs (#CwSN) are actively engaged through thoughtfully designed activities.

These structured interventions play a vital role in building motor, sensory and communication skills, enabling greater confidence and active participation in the learning process.

#InclusiveEducation #SchoolEducation #DoSEL

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[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

Aligned with the vision of #NEP2020, promoting equity, inclusion and experiential learning, #SamagraShiksha Andhra Pradesh has enabled 21 Children with Special Needs (CwSN) from government schools to successfully complete the Everest Base Camp trek.

This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to the transformative impact of Samagra Shiksha in fostering confidence, resilience and equal opportunities for every learner. Such initiatives continue to strengthen #InclusiveEducation and inspire countless young minds across the country to dream beyond limitations.

#SchoolEducation #DoSEL

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

During the national-level webinar on #EarthDay2026, organised by Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, under the aegis of #EcoClubsforMissionLife, an awareness video was showcased to address the escalating environmental concerns.

With the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” the video sensitised school students to the triple planetary crisis viz biodiversity loss, climate change and pollution. It also encouraged children to adopt mindful consumption, e-waste reduction, energy conservation and tree plantation.

School students were exhorted to adopt simple daily practices, including avoiding plastic use, carrying zero-waste tiffins and switching off appliances in classrooms when not in use to protect Mother Earth.

#SchoolEducation #WorldEarthDay2026
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[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

On 22nd April, 2026, Shri @sanjayjavin, Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL), chaired a national-level webinar on #EarthDay2026 under the aegis of #EcoClubsforMissionLiFE on the theme “Our Power, Our Planet". He emphasised importance of maintaining ecological balance and raised concerns over increasing pollution, growing climate change challenges and loss of biodiversity.

In a whole of government approach, Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, addressed the students and underscored the importance of sustainable use of resources. Shri Kartikeya V. Sarabhai, Founder and Director, Centre for Environment Education (CEE), delivered an insightful presentation highlighting concerns such as ocean degradation and microplastic pollution. Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki, Founder, Energy Swaraj Foundation, advocated for sustainable energy practices and responsible consumption patterns. Dr. Amarpreet Duggal, Joint Secretary, DoSEL, outlined actionable steps for school students to adopt eco-friendly practices.

The webinar witnessed enthusiastic participation of 1,44,689 viewers nationwide.

#SchoolEducation #DoSEL

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

On the occasion of #EarthDay2026, school students across the country actively participated in the national-level webinar organised by Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, under the aegis of #EcoClubsforMissionLiFE along with engaging activities like poster making and tree plantation.

This participation promotes experiential learning and environmental awareness among school students, reinforcing the importance of collective action for a greener future.

#SchoolEducation #DoSEL

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

In a detailed interview, Shri @dpradhanbjp, Hon’ble Union Minister of Education, underscores the importance of guiding children in the responsible use of digital devices, rather than merely restricting access.

He highlights the need for a balanced approach that combines awareness, parental engagement, and informed usage, while also addressing concerns around screen time, digital behaviour, and student well-being in an increasingly connected world.

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https://t.co/39xfKrzwrl

#DigitalLearning #StudentWellbeing

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

This Autism Awareness Month, a Free 4-Day Online Training Programme on “Understanding Autism: Seeing Strengths Beyond Differences” is being offered to enable educators and stakeholders to adopt inclusive and empathetic practices in classrooms.

Course Dates: 27–30 April 2026
🗓️ Last Date to Register: 27 April 2026 (till 12 Noon)

🔗Scan the QR code to register and be part of this meaningful learning experience.

#AutismAwareness #InclusiveEducation #NEP2020 #SchoolEducation #SamagraShiksha #DoSEL

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

PM SHRI Schools in Sikkim are strengthening school ecosystems through #NEP2020 aligned interventions. With 47 schools selected, efforts focus on improved infrastructure, inclusive campuses and better learning outcomes. Smart classrooms, Atal Tinkering Labs and ICT facilities are fostering curiosity, while skill education, sports and yoga support holistic development. Green initiatives like Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE, BaLA features, career guidance and learning enhancement programmes are ensuring student progress, reflected in improved Class 10th and 12th results, demonstrating the impact of holistic school transformation.

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#PMSHRISchools #DoSEL

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[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

On 31st March 2026, Shri Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education launched the Career Cards for Children with Special Needs (CwSN) at Kartavya Bhawan-2, New Delhi. He emphasised the vision of Hon'ble Minister of Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan ji in implementing the mandate of NEP 2020 through inclusive classrooms. By extending opportunities for equitable career pathways, lifelong learning and active participation in the workforce for CwSN, DoSEL seeks to ensure that no learner is left behind in the journey towards Viksit Bharat.

This initiative has been developed by UNICEF in collaboration with Pratham Education Foundation, NCERT, PSSCIVE and National Institutes for Disabilities. Senior officials from the Ministry, autonomous bodies including CBSE, KVS, NCERT, NVS and representatives from UNICEF were present during the launch.

These Career Cards are designed to advance inclusive career awareness and guidance for CwSN across all categories of disabilities.

#InclusiveEducation #CwSN #CareerGuidance #DoSEL #Education4All

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🎉 Congratulations! 🎉

NIOS alumnus Bhagyesh Devendra Jain has secured an outstanding 99.96 percentile in JEE Main 2026 (January Session).

A proud moment for the NIOS fraternity! 🌟

#Congratulations #NIOSAlumni #JEEMain2026

[Ministry of Education @EduMinOfIndia]

An orientation session for Government of India officers on upcoming PM SHRI school visits was held on 13th February, 2026 to brief them on the PM SHRI Scheme and the objective of the visits — to review how #NEP2020 is being implemented in #PMSHRISchools across States and UTs.

Shri Sanjay Kumar, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), emphasised the importance of ensuring quality education in PM SHRI schools. He highlighted the need for effective governance at the block and district levels and stressed the role of empowered headmasters in strengthening overall school functioning.

Shri Dheeraj Sahu, Additional Secretary, DoSEL, spoke about the PM SHRI Scheme, outlined the review points for field visits and presented the portal to be used for uploading inspection reports. In the coming days, Joint Secretary-level officers will undertake school inspection visits to States and UTs to review the functioning of PM SHRI schools, with a focus on the implementation of NEP 2020.

#ViksitBharat #DoSEL #SchoolEducation #TransformingEducation