Credit system for Classes 9 to 12

• Context (IE): CBSE plans to introduce a credit system for Classes 9 to 12 as recommended by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to integrate vocational and general education.

National Credit Framework (NCrF)

• Developed by the University Grants Commission in 2022, NCrF aims for the integration of training and skill development into school and higher education.
• Credits earned will be stored digitally in the Academic Bank of Credits, accessible through Digilocker.

Academic Year Structure

• An academic year will consist of 1,200 notional learning hours, equating to 40 credits.
• It includes both academic and non-academic learning hours.

Scheme of Studies Modifications

• The scheme now includes teaching hours and credits for each subject.
• Classes 9 and 10 will require the completion of 10 subjects, including three languages (two Indian) and seven core subjects.
• Classes 11 and 12 will involve six subjects, including two languages (one Indian) and four other subjects with an optional fifth.
• The addition of multidisciplinary and vocational courses aims to enhance the breadth of education and practical skills of students.

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Examination System Changes

• Credits earned will be independent of exam marks.
• CBSE will conduct external exams for core subjects in Class 10 and for languages, social science, and Group 3 and 4 subjects in Class 12.
• Art education, physical education, and vocational education will have mixed assessment modes.
• The existing grading system will remain, with students graded from A1 to E based on their performance.