In a bold move to revitalize government schooling in Karnataka, the state government has announced plans to establish 700 Karnataka Public Schools (KPS) Magnet Schools over the next two years. This includes upgrading 500 schools in 2025-26 and 2026-27 with funding from the state budget and an Asian Development Bank (ADB) loan, alongside 200 more […]
In recent years, Karnataka has witnessed a significant shift in school enrolments, with government institutions bearing the brunt of declining numbers. For the 2025-26 academic year, private schools recorded 1.68 lakh more Class 1 enrolments than government schools—a stark indicator of changing parental preferences. Over the past 15 years, overall enrolments in government schools have […]
On December 9, 2025, the city of Mysuru came alive with color, creativity, and boundless energy as nearly 1,000 students from 37 government schools gathered to showcase their extraordinary talents at the annual Pratibha Karanjee Talent Day. Organized with the full support of the Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Karnataka, this vibrant […]
In a move that signals a major shift in how government schools reach out to parents and students, the Karnataka government has made it mandatory for all state-run and aided schools to create official social media accounts. From bustling Bengaluru classrooms to remote villages in North Karnataka, every school now has to maintain active profiles […]
In a student-friendly and inclusive move, the School Education & Literacy Department has officially extended the last date for registration of students appearing for the SSLC Examination-1 (March 2026). This extension comes as a big relief for thousands of government school students, headmasters, and parents who were finding it difficult to complete the registration process […]
In an age where children are digital natives from the moment they hold a tablet, teaching them how to stay safe online is no longer optional; it’s essential. On November 18, 2025, SecurEyes, a leading Indian cybersecurity awareness and training company, partnered with GEAR Innovative International School in Bengaluru to deliver an engaging and eye-opening […]
As the 2025–26 academic year approaches, Karnataka’s education landscape remains firmly anchored to its long-standing language policy. Today, the Department of School Education and Literacy officials confirmed once again that there are no new amendments to the two-language system that has been in place (with minor tweaks) since the Karnataka State Education Policy 2020–21. Here’s […]
As the academic year progresses, students across Karnataka are gearing up for one of the most pivotal milestones in their educational journey: the board examinations. In a timely update, the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has officially released the timetable for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC or Class 10) and Second Year […]
The Department of Pre-University Education (DPUE) and the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) have officially released the timetable for the SSLC (Class 10) and 2nd PUC (Class 12) board examinations for the academic year 2025–26. As expected, both examinations will be conducted in March 2026, giving students approximately 3–4 months of focused preparation […]
A powerful partnership is changing lives in rural Karnataka. Collins Aerospace, through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, is bringing modern technology to government residential schools run by the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS). New computer labs, advanced STEM labs, and interactive digital boards are now helping underprivileged students build critical tech skills. Why […]