10 May 2026

CBSE announces 6+3+3+4 curriculum aligned with NEP 2020

UPSC
SSC
Education

Summary

CBSE board released the new 6+3+3+4 curriculum structure (foundational 3-8 yrs; preparatory 8-11; middle 11-14; secondary 14-18) fully aligned with NEP 2020. Begins academic year 2027.

Why it matters

UPSC GS-2 (Education), SSC. Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) Mission, NIPUN Bharat connection. Compare with old 10+2 system.