Archive · 12 Nov 2025
CBSE Draft Curriculum to Integrate AI and Computational Thinking Across Subjects
Imagine your school wants to help you become super good at thinking like a computer!
Soon, all students in CBSE schools, starting from Class 3, will learn special thinking skills.
These skills will be mixed into all your classes, like language and science.
It's like learning how to solve puzzles in a very organized way.
Later, older students will learn even more about Artificial Intelligence, or AI, which is what makes computers smart.
This is to make sure everyone knows how to use new technology wisely and solve problems using computers in the future.
Teachers are getting ready, and new books and materials are being made to help everyone learn.
CBSE is developing a draft curriculum to integrate AI and computational thinking for students in Classes 3 to 12.
Computational thinking will be embedded in all subjects for Classes 3 to 8, with foundational AI concepts introduced from Class 6.
Advanced computational thinking and AI are proposed as compulsory subjects for Classes 9 and 10, with programming elements introduced.
Core AI and machine-learning concepts will be offered as elective subjects for Classes 11 and 12.
The curriculum aims to align with NEP 2020, fostering systematic problem-solving, pattern recognition, and ethical technology use.
- Who
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- What
- Developing and planning to implement a draft curriculum integrating computational thinking and foundational AI concepts across subjects for students from Class 3 to 12.
- When
- Starting with younger grades (3-6) potentially from the 2026-27 academic year, and compulsory subjects for Class 9 from 2027-28.
- Where
- CBSE-affiliated schools across India.
- Why
- To align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, equip students with contemporary skills, help them approach problems systematically, find patterns, and ethically use technology.
Arguments for Early Integration
Considerations for Implementation
Phased Rollout Timeline
Arguments for Early Integration
The draft suggests for younger classes (3-6) the curriculum could be implemented from the 2026-27 academic year, allowing for early exposure.
Considerations for Implementation
The finalization of the rollout timeline, especially for younger grades, is still pending confirmation.
Teacher Training
Arguments for Early Integration
Learning materials are expected in December, followed by teacher training, preparing educators for the new curriculum.
Considerations for Implementation
The training plan for teachers across different grade levels and disciplines is a critical factor for successful implementation.
Curriculum Integration vs. Compulsory Subject
Arguments for Early Integration
Computational thinking will be embedded in all subjects for classes 3-8, with foundational AI concepts introduced, ensuring broad exposure.
Considerations for Implementation
Advanced computational thinking and AI will be compulsory subjects for classes 9 and 10, requiring a more focused approach.
- Implementing Board
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Draft Curriculum Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computational Thinking
- Target Grades
- Classes 3 to 12
- NEP 2020 Alignment
- Introduction of contemporary subjects like AI
- Implementation Timeline (Tentative for Classes 3-6)
- 2026-27 academic year
- Compulsory Subjects (Classes 9-10)
- Advanced computational thinking and intermediate AI
- Elective Subjects (Classes 11-12)
- Core AI and machine-learning concepts