Overview

• The Delhi Directorate of Education has officially issued circulars to implement the 'Kaushal Bodh' pre-vocational curriculum for Class 6 in the 2025-26 academic year, with phased expansion to Classes 7 and 8 in subsequent years.
• The curriculum is structured around three categories of work—Life Forms, Machines & Materials, and Human Services—and requires students to complete three projects annually, with 110 hours allocated for vocational activities.
• Hands-on training includes activities such as organic farming, pottery, carpentry, cooking with millets, embroidery, and basic electrical work, fostering practical skills and teamwork.
• Teachers will receive training to guide students in safe task execution, group collaboration, and assessments, which will include written tests, oral presentations, activity books, portfolios, and teacher observations.
• Funds for the programme will come from pre-vocational activity budgets, and schools will host 'Kaushal Melas' to showcase student projects and encourage participation in live demonstrations.