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  NCERT makes changes in Class 8 social science textbook, Babur is referred to as a 'cruel conqueror'

  Education | July 16, 2025 16:19 IST

  While the changes have garnered widespread attention, NCERT has so far remained silent, offering no official clarification or explanation. This absence of a response has sparked speculation and debate about the intent and potential impact of the revisions.

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  NCERT Recruitment 2025: Walk-in-interview for various posts, earn up to 1 lakh without exam

  Jobs | July 12, 2025 19:39 IST

  NCERT has invited applications for various positions under PAB and PAC approved projects. Candidates interested in applying can submit their application forms using QR codes, provided by the recruiting body. Scroll down to read more.

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  NCERT omits chapters on Mughals, Delhi Sultanate from class 7 textbooks, adds Mahakumbh

  High Schools | April 28, 2025 13:39 IST

  NCERT has removed chapters on the Mughals and the Delhi Sultanate from Class 7 textbooks and added sacred geography and Mahakumbh. Scroll down to read more about it.

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  NCERT revises class 7 textbooks; Mughals, Delhi Sultanate out, Mahakumbh, 'sacred geography' in

  India | April 27, 2025 23:01 IST

  Class 7 NCERT textbooks no longer include Mughals and the Delhi Sultanate sections, while new content including chapters on Indian dynasties, 'sacred geography,' references to the Mahakumbh event, and government programs like Make in India and Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao are added.

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  What is Holistic Progress Card (HPC)? List of states that are yet to adopt these cards

  Education | April 18, 2025 17:19 IST

  A new method of assessing students' overall academic performance has been introduced by PARAKH under NCERT. It promotes learning and development for children and evaluates higher-order skills analysis, critical thinking, and conceptual clarity. Read on to know more.

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  Punjab Speaker flags errors in NCERT's Punjabi textbook, demands immediate review

  India | March 18, 2025 6:38 IST

  Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan pointed out significant spelling mistakes and factual inaccuracies in the book 'Punjabi Primer'.

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  NCERT textbooks for classes 9-12 as per new curriculum to be ready by 2026-27, says Pradhan

  Education | December 17, 2024 16:13 IST

  Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has announced that the updated version of NCERT textbooks will be released by 2026-27.

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  NCERT announces 20 per cent reduction in textbook prices for classes 9 to 12: Check details here

  Education | December 16, 2024 20:23 IST

  This news was announced by NCERT Director Dinesh Prasad Saklani during an event in the national capital. The textbooks for grades 1-8 will continue to be retailed at Rs 65 per copy.

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  NCERT textbooks for all grades to be now sold on Amazon as well through authorised sellers

  Education | October 07, 2024 23:04 IST

  Amazon India has announced a partnership with the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to streamline the sale of textbooks at maximum retail price (MRP) across all serviceable pin codes in the country.

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  NCERT launches 'e-Jaadui Pitara' mobile app for teachers, parents and children; how does this work?

  Education | August 16, 2024 14:21 IST

  NCERT has launched the E Jaadui Pitara mobile app which is a tool for parents and teachers for the early development of their kids. They can access the rich content through this app emphasising play-based learning aligned with the New National Curriculum Framework.

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  Was Preamble to Constitution from classes 3rd and 6th textbooks deleted? NCERT clarifies

  Education | August 06, 2024 15:18 IST

  In response to the removal of the preamble to the constitution from the class's 3rd and 6th textbooks, NCERT took to Twitter to clarify allegations. Check details here.

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  Bagless days for classes 6-8, Education Ministry notifies guidelines

  Education | July 29, 2024 23:09 IST

  The Education Ministry said that Every student will take a fun course during classes 6-8 that gives a survey and hands-on experience of a sampling of important vocational crafts such as carpentry, electric work, and metal work among others.

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  CBSE announces textbook changes for classes 3 and 6 in academic year 2024-25, no change for others

  Education | July 10, 2024 16:01 IST

  The NCERT has said that the syllabi and curriculum are under development. CBSE has said that once the NCERT provides the syllabi, it will be provided through online mode. CBSE has also said that it will organise capacity-building programs for heads of schools and teachers.

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  History taught to inform about facts, not to make schools battleground, says NCERT Director

  Education | June 16, 2024 16:44 IST

  Backing the decision of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to make changes in the textbooks, Director Dinesh Saklani argued that they want to create positive citizens not violent and depressed individuals.

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  RIE Admission 2024: NCERT invites applications for various teacher education programs, exam on June

  Higher Studies | May 01, 2024 14:09 IST

  RIE Admission 2024: The National Council of Education Research and Training (NCER) has released an important notice regarding the commencement of the admission procedure to various Teacher Education Programes of Regional Institutes of Education. Check schedule here.

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  Ministry of Education (MoE) asks NCERT to update, and review all textbooks yearly, says sources

  Education | April 29, 2024 18:44 IST

  The Ministry of Education (MoE) has asked NCERT to review and update textbooks every year as per the new curriculum. Check details here.

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  NCERT warns publishers over copyright infringement

  India | April 07, 2024 22:44 IST

  Deputy Secretary of NCERT Rajesh Kumar said that the advisory on copyright infringement in the use of the educational materials designed and developed by NCERT is herewith released as a public notice.

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  NCERT books tweaked, references to PoK, Babri Masjid, Gujarat riots changed | DETAILS

  India | April 05, 2024 16:06 IST

  Various references in the older version of the NCERT textbooks have been replaced by some new references in the new textbooks. The NCERT did not comment on the topics being dropped, however, according to the officials, the changes have been made as part of the routine updation.

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  NCERT to release new textbooks for classes 3 and 6 by April/May, check details

  Education | April 04, 2024 18:24 IST

  To facilitate teachers in preparing class 6 students for the updated syllabus, NCERT has uploaded a bridge course for class 6 on its official portal. Check details here.

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  NCERT doesn't differentiate between 'India' and 'Bharat', says Education Ministry

  India | December 06, 2023 18:45 IST

  The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) doesn't differentiate between 'India' and 'Bharat', the Education Ministry informed Rajya Sabha .