Archive · 20 Aug 2026
Delhi Schools Schedule NIPUN Sankalp Assessment For Classes 2-8
Delhi schools will test students in Classes 2 to 8 to see how well they understand basic reading, writing and mathematics.
The tests are part of a programme called NIPUN Sankalp.
Students will take separate tests in Hindi, English and Mathematics.
The tests will be held on August 27, August 29 and August 31.
Schools must register students online before August 25.
Students will use special OMR answer sheets that computers scan.
Teachers must help fill in some parts and check that the sheets are correct.
Students who miss the tests can take them by September 5.
SCERT Delhi has ordered a baseline assessment for Classes 2 to 8 during the 2026-27 academic session.
OMR-based tests will cover Hindi on August 27, English on August 29 and Mathematics on August 31.
Schools must register Classes 2 to 8 on the NIPUN Sankalp portal by August 25 and verify student records.
Absent students may take the assessment by September 5, with their OMR sheets added to class-wise packets.
School heads are responsible for accurate assessment conduct, OMR verification, packing and submission within the deadlines.
- Who
- Students in Classes 2 to 8 and schools under the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, New Delhi Municipal Council, Delhi Cantonment Board and Directorate of Education.
- What
- A baseline assessment of foundational literacy and numeracy through OMR-based Hindi, English and Mathematics tests.
- When
- The tests are scheduled for August 27, August 29 and August 31 during the 2026-27 academic session; absent students may be assessed by September 5.
- Where
- Participating schools in Delhi.
- Why
- To strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy competencies among students through the NIPUN Sankalp Programme.
- Issuing authority
- State Council of Educational Research and Training, Delhi
- Programme
- NIPUN Sankalp Programme
- Classes covered
- Classes 2 to 8
- Test format
- OMR-based assessments in Hindi, English and Mathematics
- Test schedule
- Hindi: August 27; English: August 29; Mathematics: August 31
- Registration deadline
- Schools must register Classes 2 to 8 by August 25
- Make-up assessment deadline
- Absent students may be assessed by September 5