Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Education in Government Schools

The Ministry of Education, citing NEP 2020 and NCF‑SE 2023, announced the rollout of a Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence curriculum for Classes III‑VIII from the 2026‑27 academic year, with a finalized AI curriculum for Grades 9‑12. NCERT and CBSE have prepared teacher handbooks and facilitator guides, and schools must ensure requisite digital infrastructure as per CBSE affiliation bye‑laws. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship’s SOAR programme will deliver three 15‑hour AI modules for students (Classes 6‑12) and a 45‑hour module for teachers, covering AI basics, generative AI, ethics, and career pathways. Implementation responsibility for AI and robotics labs rests with State/UT governments under the Concurrent List.