In India, AI education will begin from primary classes starting in 2026. (Photo source: Freepik)
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How AI education evolved in Indian schools
Year
Classes
Details
2019–2020
Class 9
AI introduced as an optional skill subject; a 12-hour “AI Inspire” module recommended for Class 8 students.
2020–2021
Class 11
AI introduced as a skill subject, subsequently extended to Class 12.
Ongoing
Classes 6–8
A 15-hour “Skilling for AI Readiness” (SOAR) module implemented across thousands of CBSE schools.
2026–2027 (Planned)
Classes 3 onwards
AI & Computational Thinking (CT) to become a mandatory, foundational component of the school curriculum.
Building blocks for responsible implementation
ethical, inclusive, and purposeful use of technology
Essential guardrails AI in classrooms
Framework for ethical and effective AI use in schools
To translate these principles into daily practice, schools can adopt a structured framework that defines both purpose and process.
Framework Element
Implementation Guideline
Problem-first approach
Identify specific learning or administrative challenges before introducing AI tools.
Human-in-the-loop policy
Teachers maintain final authority over AI-generated assessments and feedback.
Minimal governance stack
Establish clear policies for usage, d
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