New Education System in India (2023)
1. Abolishing Class 10 Board Exams
No more public exams for 10th grade, bringing relief to students.
2. Approval and Implementation
The Union Cabinet approved the new education system after 36 years. It’s now in effect.
3. Structured Primary Education (5 Years)
- Nursery @ 4 years
- Jr KG @ 5 years
- Sr KG @ 6 years
- 1st Study @ 7 years
- 2nd Study @ 8 years
4. Preparatory Years (3 Years)
- 3rd Class @ 9 years
- 4th Class @ 10 years
- 5th Class @ 11 years
5. Middle Schooling (3 Years)
- Class 6 @ 12 years
- Class 7 @ 13 years
- Class 8 @ 14 years
6. Secondary Education (4 Years)
- Class 9 @ 15 years
- Study SSC @ 16 years
- Study FYJC @ 17 years
- Study SYJC @ 18 years
7. Language Focus
Students taught in mother tongue, local, and national language until 5th grade. English remains a subject.
8. Semester-wise Exams (9th to 12th Grade)
Exams conducted every semester, encouraging continuous learning.
9. Higher Education Pathways
- 3-year degree for those not pursuing higher education.
- 4-year degree required for higher education.
- MA achievable in one year after a 4-year degree.
- Direct PhD entry for MA graduates.
10. Flexibility in Learning
Students can take breaks, pursue other courses, or change paths within their educational journey.
11. Higher Education Reforms
- Graded academic, administrative, and financial autonomy.
- E-courses in regional languages and virtual labs for enhanced learning.
- Launch of National Educational Scientific Forum (NETF).
12. Uniformity in Regulations
Uniform rules for all colleges, be it public, private, or deemed institutions, ensuring fairness and consistency.