CBSE urges schools to prepare for National Credit Framework roll-out

• The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is spearheading a shift towards a credit-based system, aligning with the National Credit Framework.

Sample Framework

• The board is set to notify a new set of credit framework for schools next year from class nine to twelve.
• The framework allocates additional hours for subjects like Physical Education, Health, Art Education, and a third language, alongside the compulsory subjects.

Expansion to Ten Subjects

• As per the existing regulations, a student has to pass in 5 subjects (two languages and three main subjects - maths, science and social science) to pass.
• Starting from the academic year 2024-2025, students in classes Nine and Ten will be required to study ten subjects.
• These include three languages (two native to India), one interdisciplinary subject, and others mandated by the new National Curriculum Framework (NCF).

Credit Management

• All credits accrued by students will be stored digitally in academic lockers, facilitating easy access and reconciliation, even for students pursuing education abroad.
• The integration of credits aims to streamline assessment and equivalence across different education levels.

Implementation and Assessment

• CBSE is encouraging schools to begin implementing the credit system internally, with emphasis on project work, peer-learning, and field trips.
• Credits will be reflected in students' marks statements with predefined grades, ensuring accountability and transparency.

Prelims Takeaway

• Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
• National Credit Framework