NEP 2025: AI & Coding to be Mandatory in Schools | New Education Policy Update
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18/03/2025
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Govt Pushes for Digital Learning – AI, Coding & Data Science to be Part of Every Student’s Syllabus!
The Indian government has announced a major shift in school education under the New Education Policy (NEP) 2025. To keep up with the growing demand for digital skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Coding, and Data Science will be mandatory subjects for students from Class 6 onwards.
The goal of this change is to ensure that Indian students are globally competitive in fields like technology, machine learning, and automation. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and other state boards will adopt these changes from the 2025-26 academic session.
🔥 Key Highlights of NEP 2025 Changes in School Education
✔️ AI & Coding Compulsory from Class 6 – Students will learn Python, Java, and Scratch programming from middle school.
✔️ Data Science Introduced in Class 9-12 – Advanced topics like Big Data, Machine Learning, and Cybersecurity will be included.
✔️ Internships for Class 11-12 Students – Schools will collaborate with tech companies to offer real-world training.
✔️ No More Rote Learning – More Practical-Based Education – Coding & AI will be taught through real-life applications & projects.
✔️ Teachers to Get Special Training – Government will train 10 lakh+ teachers to teach AI & programming efficiently.
📊 Why This Change is Important?
🔹 Prepares Students for Future Jobs – AI & coding will be the foundation of high-paying careers in the future.
🔹 Brings India at Par with Global Education – Many developed countries have already introduced AI & coding in schools.
🔹 Encourages Innovation & Startups – More students will get tech exposure at an early age, boosting entrepreneurship.
🔹 Less Focus on Theory, More on Practical Learning – New subjects will be taught through hands-on projects & real-life problem-solving.
📅 NEP 2025 Implementation Timeline & Important Updates
📌 New Curriculum Rollout: April 2025
📌 Teacher Training Begins: June 2025
📌 Full Implementation in Schools: 2026 Academic Session
