One of the announcements as per the Union Budget is the removal of Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on educational remittances when payments are made through loans from recognized banks. This change will ease the financial burden on parents, making higher education more affordable and accessible.
Here are five crucial announcements for the education sector from Union Budget 2025-26:
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Atal Tinkering Labs to Foster Innovation Over the next five years, 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs will be introduced in government schools to spark curiosity and creativity in students. These labs will provide hands-on STEM learning experiences, encouraging scientific exploration and innovation. This move aims to inspire the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers. |
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Organize Regular Parent-Teacher Meetings The government is investing 500 crore in a new AI Centre of Excellence for Education. Following successful AI initiatives in agriculture, healthcare, and smart cities, this center will revolutionize learning, enhancing personalized education and innovation for students and teachers alike. Extramarks Smart Class Plus is revolutionizing classrooms with interactive digital lessons, AI-powered assessments, and real-time progress tracking. Designed for enhanced accessibility, it empowers teachers and students with seamless tech-driven learning. Schools must leverage it to make education more engaging, personalized, and future-ready. |
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Broader Scope For Digital Learning The Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme will offer Indian language books in digital formats, making learning easier for students, while enhancing learning in their mother tongue. Meanwhile, the BharatNet project will provide broadband connectivity to rural government schools, enabling better access to online learning resources and reducing the digital divide in education across the country. |
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National Centers of Excellence for Skilling The government will launch five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling, collaborating with global experts to train instructors, design top-tier curricula, and introduce a skills certification framework. These centers will provide world-class vocational training, ensuring students are well-prepared for future job opportunities. |
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IIT Infrastructure Expansion Over the past decade, student capacity at 23 IITs has doubled, reaching 1.35 lakh from 65,000. To support this growth, five IITs established after 2014 will get new infrastructure, adding 6,500 seats. |
From AI-powered education to skill-based training, new-age schools must leverage these reforms to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world. The transformation has begun - will your school take the lead in shaping tomorrow’s innovators?