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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
No state/UT gets top grades in govt school performance index
Representative Image NEW DELHI: The performance gap in school education between India's top and bottom-ranking states and Union territories has narrowed from 51% in 2017-18 to 42% in the 2023-24 cycle, according to the education ministry's latest performance grading index (PGI) 2.0, suggesting that many states are catching up with the better performers. Yet, the report underscores a significant concern - none of the 36 states and UTs have reached the top four performance grades of Daksh, Utkarsh, Atti-Uttam, and Uttam. Chandigarh, with a score of 703 out of 1,000, is the only entity to enter the Prachesta-1 band (701-760), with most of the states/UTs still in lower bands. Among states, Punjab led with 631.2 points, followed by Delhi (623.7), Gujarat (614.4), and Odisha (595.6). At the bottom end were Meghalaya (417.9), Arunachal Pradesh (461.4), Mizoram (464.3), Nagaland (468.6), and Bihar (472.0), all placed in Akanshi-2 or Akanshi-3, the lowest performance tiers. PGI 2.0 evaluates school education systems across 73 indicators in six domains - learning outcomes, access, infrastructure and facilities, equity, governance processes, and teacher education & training - assigning each state and UT a score out of 1,000. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Что будет, если поджечь дома лавровый лист? Undo Grades range from Daksh (top) to Akanshi-3 (bottom), based on performance on these indicators, which are derived from sources such as UDISE+, NAS 2021, PRABANDH, PM Poshan and Vidyanjali. As many as 25 states and UTs are currently in the Akanshi category (scores below 580), indicating acontinuing need for systemic improvements. At the same time, this represents a slight improvement from the 28 states/UTs in Akanshi category in 2022-23. Also, the highest grade attained has moved from Prachesta-2 to Prachesta-1. Chandigarh gets distinction "The narrowing of the inter-state performance gap is a testament to the collective efforts of states and our commitment to cooperative federalism in education," said Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan. "PGI 2.0 reflects the transformational impact of NE, which has empowered states to pursue evidence-based reforms." The best performers over a two-year period were Himachal Pradesh (up 41 points to 573.8), Telangana (up 22.6 points to 511.9), Chandigarh (up 15.2 to 703), Odisha (up 11.1 to 595.6) and Goa (up 8.4 to 589.7). Delhi recorded the sharpest single-year rise - 44.4 points - driven largely by improvements in school infrastructure and teacher training. However, its 2021-22 score was not published, making it ineligible for the two-year comparative analysis. In contrast, Chhattisgarh posted the steepest decline, falling 38.6 points from 533.2 to 494.6 due to slippage in governance and equity indicators. West Bengal dropped by 14 points and Tamil Nadu registered a marginal fall of 4.5 points. A domain-wise breakdown highlights both the strengths and weaknesses of major states. Kerala, for example, stood out by becoming the only state to achieve Daksh in the teacher education & training domain, scoring 91.4 out of 100 - reflecting its consistent investment in teacher quality and professional development. Odisha showed strong equity outcomes, with one of the highest scores in bridging gender, caste, and regional disparities. Gujarat, with an overall score of 614.4, excelled in governance (87.8/130) and teacher training (83.3/100), but lagged in learning outcomes. Bihar, a state which faces longstanding educational challenges, showed some improvement in access and teacher training but continued to struggle with infrastructure, scoring only 55 out of 190 - placing it in Akanshi-1 for that domain. Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, moved up to Akanshi-1 grade with 528.1 points, driven by better equity and teacher indicators, though governance remained a weak domain. Maharashtra (582.0) entered Prachesta-3 band with gains in equity and teacher training but needs to improve in infrastructure and governance. Tamil Nadu (559.2), despite a legacy of educational progress, saw a dip in its overall score and domain-wise fall in governance and teacher metrics. The report concluded that while progress is evident, states still have significant ground to cover. "The highest grade achieved so far is only Prachesta-1, and all states/UTs still have considerable work to do to reach the 1,000-point benchmark," the ministry said. And whether they do so or not will reflect in future PGI 2.0 scores, which remain a critical monitoring and reform tool under NE to help align education systems with Sustainable Development Goal 4.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Punjab ranks 2nd after Chandigarh in Performance Grading Index
Jalandhar: Punjab has distinguished itself in the Union ministry of education's recently released Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 for 2022-23 and 2023-24. While bracketed with nine other states, Punjab's scores are second only to topper Chandigarh for both academic years. The state, however, leads the crucial 'learning outcomes' domain, though this data is derived from the National Achievement Survey-2021. Chandigarh holds the second position in this category. The PGI 2.0 evaluates the performance of states and UTs across 70 indicators, categorised into six key domains: learning outcomes, access, infrastructure and facilities, equity, governance process, and teacher education and training. Punjab registered overall scores of 614.1 for 2022-23 and 631.2 for 2023-24. In comparison, Chandigarh's scores were 687.8 in 2022-23, rising to 703.0 in 2023-24. Punjab also outperformed Delhi for both years, with the capital scoring 579.3 in 2022-23 and 623.7 in 2023-24. 'Learning Outcomes' crucial domain The report points out that 'learning outcomes' is perhaps the most important domain and is the ultimate objective of the index. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Punjab scored 113.4, followed by Chandigarh with 103.6. "For 20 indicators related to the learning outcomes domain and equity domain, data is drawn from NAS 2021," the report mentions. The report further mentions that unlike other domains, relatively easier to comply with, improving learning outcomes takes time and patience. "All other domains support learning outcomes and ultimately converge towards it. In this domain, all the indicators covered are measured via the NAS," the report says. Mixed progress in other domains A comparison of 2022-23 and 2023-24 shows that in the other four domains, Punjab's scores improved in infrastructure and facilities (+13), governance performance (+2), and teachers training and training (+4), but in one year, its score fell in access (-2). Performance of the domain 'access' is measured through enrolment, retention of students, transition of students to the next grade, identification, and mainstreaming of out-of-school children. Punjab was in the 22nd position when the Performance Grading Index started in 2017-18, and in 2018-19, it improved to the 13th position. The state was at the top in the PG Index 2019-20 released in June 2021. In the PG Index 2020-21, Punjab was once again among the top performers and attained level II along with six other states, while Delhi could get in Level III with 29 overall marks less than Punjab. For the third consecutive year in 2021-22, Punjab was at number two in the overall performance with 647.4 scores, while Chandigarh was at the top with 659 scores. BOX 'Learning Outcomes' data from Amarinder's tenure As the data for 'Learning Outcome', the most significant domain, has been taken from NAS-2021, this performance pertains to Captain Amarinder Singh's tenure as chief minister. During this time, then education secretary Krishan Kumar spearheaded reforms, with the full political backing of Amarinder. Krishan remained at the helm of the department for over four-and-a-half years, and within days after Amarinder lost his chair in Sept 2021, the former was moved to the higher education department. MSID:: 121977911 413 |
Time of India
9 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Gurgaon tops school edu rankings, but its south Hry neighbours are at bottom
Gurgaon: Infrastructure, quality and standards of education were highest in Gurgaon's schools among all Haryana districts in 2022-23 and 2023-24, according to the central govt's Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The report, released by the Union education ministry on Friday, showed that Gurgaon scored 354 out of 600 points in 2023–24, improving from 346 in 2022–23 – both in the Prachesta 1 (51-60%) category in educational outcomes. On the other end, Nuh (259) and Palwal (295) districts scored the lowest in the state, placing them in the Prachesta 2 (41-50%) category. The 2022–23 report, also released on Friday, reflected a similar trend, with Gurgaon leading and five districts — Nuh, Fatehabad, Palwal, Sirsa and Ambala — falling into the lower-performing Prachesta 2 grouping. Under PGI, assessment is made for each district out of 600 points divided into six broad categories – outcomes, effective classroom transaction, infrastructure facilities & student entitlements, school safety & child protection, digital learning and governance process. These categories have 11 separate domains, including learning outcomes and quality, access outcomes (AO), teacher availability, attendance monitoring systems, etc. Based on cumulative points, each district is given grades – the highest being 'Utkarsh' (for scoring over 90% of total points), and the lowest, Akanshi-3 (up to 10%). According to the Haryana education department, Gurgaon scored well in overall outcome, classroom transaction, infrastructure and facilities, and digital learning. A Tired of too many ads? go ad free now senior education department official said rankings are avoided in the report. "The ultimate objective of PGI is to help the districts priorities areas for intervention in school education and improve to reach the highest grade," he said. PGI, which assesses both govt and private schools, was first released in 2017. It was later revamped as PGI 2.0 in 2021.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Telangana ranks 25th in school education index, retains second-lowest grade in PGI 2.0; shares category with Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam
Telangana's school education system is under scrutiny after a poor showing in the Union education ministry's Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0, ranking 25th among 35 states Telangana has fared poorly in the latest Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 released by the Union ministry of education, ranking 25th among 35 states in the school education index. The state scored 511.9 out of 1,000 and retained the 'Akanshi-2' grade, which is the second-lowest category in the index. Last year, it had scored 489.3 in the same grade. The PGI 2.0 evaluates performance across various domains, including learning outcomes and quality, access, infrastructure and facilities. 'This comes as no surprise as we've been lagging in rankings and literacy for years. People have lost faith in govt schools. To change that, the govt must show political will and strong administration,' said T Papi Reddy, former chairman of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education. He suggested creating one cluster-based school for every four to five villages and semi-residential schools to ensure equal access to quality education. 'This model would not overburden and would level the playing field for rural students,' he said. Officials from the Telangana Education Commission acknowledged key gaps in infrastructure and monitoring. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Air conditioners without external unit. (click to see prices) Air Condition | Search Ads Search Now Undo 'Many schools still lack basic facilities like drinking water, toilets, and computers. Monitoring teacher performance is also an issue,' said commission chairman Akunuri Murali. 'If we fix these two areas, we can definitely move up in the rankings.' The only silver lining is that the state was among the top five states in three specific parameters — curbing dropout rates, ensuring universal access to education, and promoting inclusive education. Officials attributed this to the performance of residential schools run under social, tribal, and minority welfare departments. Telangana shares the Akanshi-2 grade with nine other states, including Assam, Jharkhand, and Bihar.
NDTV
2 days ago
- General
- NDTV
Chandigarh Leads In School Education Rankings, Meghalaya At 10th Spot
New Delhi: Chandigarh has emerged as the best-performing region in the country in the Union Education Ministry's latest Performance Grading Index (PGI) 2.0 report on school education. While Meghalaya ranked lowest at the tenth and lowest category. The UT scored 703 out of 1,000 and was placed in the fifth performance band, known as Prachesta-1, making it the only state or Union Territory in this category. Meghalaya with 417.9 points finds itself in the Akanshi-3 category despite a slight improvement over the previous year. The PGI 2.0, a revised framework introduced in 2021, evaluates all 36 states and UTs based on six key domains such as, learning outcomes and quality, access, infrastructure and facilities, equity, governance processes, and teacher education and training. Each domain contributes to a cumulative score out of 1,000, with the goal of highlighting both achievements and areas needing policy intervention. This latest edition of the report covers both academic years 2022–23 and 2023–24 and is based on multiple data sources, including the National Achievement Survey (NAS) 2021, UDISE+ data, and PM-POSHAN (mid-day meal) scheme information. Despite improvements in some areas, the overall picture shows that no state or UT crossed into the top four grading bands that of, Daksh, Utkarsh, Ati Uttam, and Uttam, which require scores above 761. 'The top-most grade attained is 'Prachesta-1', i.e., score range 701–760, indicating that there is huge scope for improvement in performance by states,' the report noted. Following Chandigarh's top position, Punjab (631.1) and Delhi (623.7) were the next highest performers, both placed in the Prachesta-3 band (score range: 581–640). Other states and UTs in this band included Kerala, Gujarat, Odisha, Haryana, Goa, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. These results, while relatively strong, still reflect a nationwide underperformance against the highest possible benchmarks. On the lower end of the spectrum are Arunachal Pradesh with 461.4 points, Mizoram at 464.2, Nagaland at 468.6, and Bihar at 471.9—all falling into the bottom two bands. In total, 10 states and UTs fell into the ninth band, Akanshi-2 that has a score range of 461–520. Overall, the report found that 25 of the 36 states and UTs improved their scores in 2023–24 compared to the previous year. Chandigarh improved from 687.8 to 703, while Punjab moved up from 614.1. However, 11 states and UTs including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, saw a drop in their overall scores. In terms of individual domain performance, Chandigarh again stood out as the only region to reach the third band, Ati Uttam with a score range of 821–880 in infrastructure and facilities. Delhi and Dadra & Nagar Haveli followed in the next lower band, Uttam with a score range of 761–820. For learning outcomes, considered the most critical domain, only Chandigarh, Punjab, and Puducherry made it to the sixth band of Prachesta-2 score range of 641–700. While Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir were placed in the seventh band Prachesta-3. Most other states ranked lower, pointing to widespread challenges in student learning achievements. Odisha topped the access domain, reaching the highest band, Daksh (941–1,000 score range). States like Goa, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Telangana followed in the Utkarsh band (881–940 score range), indicating significant strides in school availability and enrolment. Bihar and Jharkhand were specifically noted for improving their access scores, moving up from the sixth to the fifth band between 2022–23 and 2023–24. In equity, all states and UTs performed within the top three bands, suggesting a more balanced distribution of educational access and outcomes across gender, social, and economic groups. The ministry cautioned, however, that changes in grading and methodology in PGI 2.0 mean the results cannot be directly compared to earlier PGI versions. Yet, the broad trends remain consistent, with Chandigarh, Punjab, and Delhi maintaining their top spots over recent years. 'Since the grading and the indicators have undergone changes, the results of PGI 2.0 are not strictly comparable with the previous PGI reports, though the pattern of achievement seems to be like the previous PGI results,' the report stated. The PGI 2.0 is intended as a diagnostic tool to help states and UTs identify critical areas for policy focus. With no region crossing into the top four bands, the report sends a clear message: much more needs to be done to improve the quality and equity of school education across India.
