Ministry of Education

May 21, 2026 7:05 PM

Centre Clarifies SMC Guidelines Will Not Apply to Certain Unaided Schools

The Ministry of Education has clarified that certain differently managed schools that do not receive government aid or grants will not fall under the ambit of the School Management Committee (SMC) Guidelines 2026. The clarification came after the ministry received representations and concerns from some sections regarding the applicability of the guidelines in the context of Section 21 of the Right to Education Act, 2009. The Ministry of Education had launched the School Manag...

March 2, 2026 4:53 PM

Dharmendra Pradhan invites global universities to partner in India’s expanding education ecosystem

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday called upon foreign higher education institutions to collaborate with India’s fast-growing and innovation-driven education system, as he addressed diplomats from over 50 countries at the Study in India Edu-Diplomatic Conclave 2026 in the national capital. The conclave, organised by the Ministry of Education at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, brought together Ambassadors, High Commissioners and representatives of diplomatic missions to deliberate on ...

February 12, 2026 11:18 AM

Dharmendra Pradhan chairs AI-in-education roundtable at IIT Delhi; Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave from today

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday chaired a roundtable with founders of 10 new-age Indian startups using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education at IIT Delhi, as part of the Ministry of Education’s push to integrate AI into the learning ecosystem. The event was attended by Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region Sukanta Majumdar and Minister of State for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) Jayant Ch...

December 31, 2025 9:25 AM

‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ sets new record with over 3 crore registrations

Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC), the flagship initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has set a new benchmark, with registrations crossing 3 crore participants as of December 30, 2025, according to the Education Ministry. The registrations include students, parents and teachers from across the country, marking the highest participation since the programme’s inception. The surge reflects the initiative’s growing reach and its role in addressing issues related to exam stress, mental well-being ...

December 24, 2025 10:03 PM

Centre to track failed Class 10, 12 students from 2026, link them with NIOS for re-admission

The Ministry of Education will begin systematically tracking students who fail Class 10 and Class 12 examinations from 2026 and link them with the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) to facilitate their re-admission into the education system. The move is aimed at mainstreaming out-of-school children and reducing dropouts, officials said. Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Sanjay Kumar, said the tracking mechanism will help proactively reach students who fai...

November 19, 2025 3:33 PM

President Murmu urges NIT Delhi graduates to drive innovation with social impact

President Droupadi Murmu attended the fifth convocation ceremony of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Delhi in New Delhi on Wednesday, calling on young graduates to contribute to India’s scientific and technological growth with a focus on social welfare. NITs function under the Ministry of Education. In her address, the President said NIT Delhi has established a strong academic presence in a short span of time and appreciated its emphasis on modern infrastructure and academic excelle...

October 12, 2025 4:17 PM

Ministry of Education pushes for UPI adoption in schools to enhance digital transformation

In a significant step towards promoting ease of schooling and aligning with the government’s digital transformation goals, the Ministry of Education has urged schools across States and Union Territories (UTs) to adopt the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for collecting admission and examination fees. The initiative aims to modernize administrative processes and enhance convenience for parents and students. In a letter addressed to States, UTs, and autonomous bodies such as NCERT, CBSE, KVS, a...

September 8, 2025 9:33 PM

Himachal Pradesh Declared Fully Literate as India Marks International Literacy Day 2025

The Ministry of Education today celebrated International Literacy Day (ILD) 2025 in New Delhi with the theme “Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era.” On this occasion, Himachal Pradesh was declared the fifth State/UT to achieve full functional literacy, after Tripura, Mizoram, Goa and Ladakh. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, in a virtual address, said literacy is not only about reading and writing but also about empowerment, dignity and self-reliance. He highlighted that India�...

March 13, 2025 9:47 AM

Govt introduces third edition of PM-YUVA for aspiring writers

The Ministry of Education launched the third edition of the Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0) on Tuesday. The initiative aims to train young authors under the age of 30 to promote reading, writing, and book culture in India. The program provides mentorship and publishing opportunities to enhance Indian literature on a global platform. PM-YUVA 3.0 builds on the participation of young authors in 22 Indian languages and English in its previous editions. The scheme...

February 5, 2025 1:53 PM

Mahakumbh 2025: National Book Trust’s reading lounge becomes a major attraction for devotees

As millions of devotees take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam during Mahakumbh 2025, the fairgrounds are also witnessing a confluence of literature, culture, and knowledge as per a press release issued by the Ministry of Education on Tuesday. Various exhibition pavilions set up at the event are drawing large crowds, with special initiatives by the Central Government ministries to educate visitors about government schemes and achievements using modern technologies. One of the key highlights of t...