CBSE has announced major changes in the language syllabus of classes 9 and 10. The board has decided to implement the new language system under the National Education Policy 2020 and National Curriculum Framework 2023. This new system will be implemented from the academic session 2026-27.

According to the instructions issued by CBSE, students of class 9 and 10 will now have to study three languages ​​as R1, R2 and R3. The board has clarified that out of these three languages, at least two must be of Indian origin. This rule will be implemented from July 1, 2026.

New rules will apply when choosing a foreign language

Under the new policy, students can choose a foreign language, but for this the remaining two languages ​​will have to be Indian languages. Apart from this, foreign language can also be studied as an additional fourth language.

Changes made as per NEP 2020

The board said that this decision has been taken keeping in mind the new syllabus issued by NCERT and the recommendations of NEP 2020. CBSE says that the new system will help in developing linguistic skills and understanding of Indian languages ​​among the students.

New instructions given to schools

CBSE has instructed all affiliated schools to review the new curriculum, learning goals and capabilities related to language education. The board said that many of the skills associated with language learning such as reading, grammar, writing and oral communication are already aligned with the secondary level curriculum.

At present studies will be done from class 6 books

Until new R3 textbooks become available, Class 9 and 10 students will study from Class 6 R3 books of the chosen language. Schools have also been advised to add local literature, poems, stories and other materials.

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Special arrangements to overcome the shortage of teachers

CBSE acknowledged that there may be a shortage of qualified teachers of Indian languages ​​in some schools. In such a situation, the board has given permission to schools to adopt interim arrangements. Under this, schools will be able to provide mutual cooperation, online teaching, services of retired teachers and appointment of qualified post graduate teachers.

Board will provide books in 19 languages

The board informed that R3 textbooks of 19 scheduled Indian languages ​​will be made available to schools before July 1, 2026. Also, guidelines regarding the use of additional learning material will be issued by June 15, 2026.