The Union Ministry of Education released the UDISE+ Report for 2025-26 today, highlighting key improvements in school education across India.
Key Findings
1. Increase in the Number of Teachers: The number of teachers increased by 8.3% from 2022-23, rising to over 1 crore teachers. This growth is vital for improving the student-teacher ratio.
2. Improved Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR): Average PTR across various educational levels showcases improvement against NEP's recommended ratio of 30:1.
3. Reduced Dropout Rates: Dropout rates fell at both preparatory and secondary levels, indicating enhanced student retention.
4. Improved Student Retention Rate: Retention at middle and secondary levels increased, influenced by increased school availability for secondary education.
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