After maths, CBSE to bring 2-tier system for science, social science

Published On : 2024-12-04T06:52:20+0530 [ IST ] | Author : Mayur_Tembhare
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From the academic year 2026-27 CBSE schools will introduce a 'two-tier' system - standard and basic - for science and social science subjects. This move aligns with the existing dual-level system for mathematics. The Board plans to extend this to other subjects as

This initiative was recently approved at CBSE's curriculum committee meeting and now awaits final approval from the governing body.

It is part of implementation" target="_blank">NEP implementation. NEP envisaged offering the subjects at two levels. He also confirmed that the offer will be available from 2026-27 academic year once NCERT textbooks are out.

The system aims to provide flexibility and reduce academic pressure. This structure accommodates varying learning abilities and student interests. Currently CBSE offers mathematics at two levels - mathematics standard (advanced) and mathematics basic (regular).

NCERT has already introduced textbooks aligned with the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) 2023 for classes I, II, III and VI. New textbooks for classes IV V, VII and VII are under development for implementation in 2025-26 academic session.

Students will likely receive a designated period to choose between advanced and standard levels with flexibility to switch within this timeframe.

The exact shape of the framework is yet to be worked out. It will depend on the new textbooks whether there will be two books of different difficulty levels, supplementary content or two sets of question papers from the same content.

Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles

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