About the Scheme
PM Schools for Rising India to develop exemplar schools with modern infrastructure and holistic education, showcasing the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020.
Target Beneficiaries: 2 crore students from pre-primary to Class XII across 14,500 PM SHRI Schools (12,079 already selected) through NEP 2020 implementation, modern infrastructure, and comprehensive educational facilities
Implementing Agency: Ministry of Education (Department of School Education & Literacy), Government of India, in partnership with State/UT Governments and local bodies.
Key Features
- Implementation of NEP 2020 pedagogical approaches, focusing on experiential, holistic, integrated, inquiry-driven, discovery-oriented, and learner-centric teaching.
- Emphasis on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) for all students and provision of early childhood care and education.
- Provision of modern infrastructure including ICT, smart classrooms, sports facilities, art rooms, and a focus on green school initiatives.
- Integration of vocational education, skill development, and local heritage, preparing students for future challenges.
- Continuous assessment and progress tracking of students based on learning outcomes, ensuring holistic development.
- These schools will act as model schools and also mentor other schools in their vicinity.
Eligibility Criteria
- Existing schools managed by Central/State/UT governments or local bodies are eligible for selection.
- Schools must meet specific criteria related to student enrollment, infrastructure availability, and academic performance.
- Selection is done through a challenge mode, where schools are evaluated based on a set of indicators.
- States/UTs must commit to implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and provide necessary support.
- Schools should have a minimum student enrollment specified by the scheme guidelines.
Benefits
- Enhanced quality of education and improved learning outcomes for students across all grades.
- Creation of model schools that can mentor and handhold other schools in their vicinity, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Promotion of equitable access to quality education, especially in remote, rural, and disadvantaged areas.
- Development of future-ready citizens with critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Strengthening of the public education system in line with national educational goals and global best practices.
Application Process
- States/UTs identify eligible schools based on a detailed framework and criteria provided by the Ministry of Education.
- Schools apply through an online portal, submitting the required information and documents.
- The selection process involves a three-stage challenge mode: States/UTs recommend schools, followed by evaluation by a Central committee.
- Final selection is based on a transparent, objective, and indicator-based process.
- A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is signed between the Central government, State/UT government, and the selected school.