A landmark decision is underway as Karnataka prepares to revolutionize public school education. The state is planning to introduce Computer Science as a full-fledged subject from Class 1 in government-run Karnataka Public Schools (KPS), starting from the 2026-27 academic session. What makes this initiative even more futuristic is the inclusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from Class 3 onward.

This move is an incredible step towards empowering lakhs of young minds to dream bigger - to innovate, create, and build. For students who come from rural and government school backgrounds, early exposure to technology and AI can open doors to opportunities that once seemed distant. 🌱✨

IITs to Guide Curriculum Development

To ensure high-quality, industry-standard academic content, the government is in talks with IIT Madras and IIT Bombay, two of India’s most prestigious technical institutions. One of them will guide and structure the complete Computer Science and AI curriculum.

This collaboration signals a future where government school students grow up with strong programming foundations, prepared for emerging tech careers like:

• Software Development
• AI/ML Engineering
• Cybersecurity
• Robotics & Automation
• Data Science

Just imagine - a child in Class 3 exploring Artificial Intelligence and decoding how machines think! 💡🤖

Recruitment of Specialized Teachers for Computer Science

Currently, many government schools lack proper CS faculty. To remove this gap, the state will build a dedicated cadre of trained Computer Science educators.

Required Qualifications for Computer Science Teachers:

• Bachelor’s degree in CS / IT / BCA / Information Science / B.Sc (Computer Science)
• Knowledge of Kannada (at least one stage: PG/Bachelor/PUC/SSLC or certified by KSEEB)

With this, Karnataka is not only developing infrastructure - it is also preparing the educators who will lead this transformation. 📚

Expansion of KPS Schools Across the State

At present, around 309 KPS schools offer classes from LKG/UKG up to II PU. The government plans to upgrade 800 Kannada medium and 100 Urdu medium schools to KPS level.

Average student count per school is expected to rise to ~819 by 2025-26 - a sign of growing trust and improved enrollments in public education.

Pre-Primary Section Upgrade: A Big Boost for Early Learning 🧒❤️

Another important update - 4,056 government schools will introduce pre-primary sections from 2026-27, including:

• 1,699 Magnet Schools
• 126 PM Shri Schools
• 1,126 KKRDB Schools

Teacher Eligibility for Pre-Primary Section:

Salary Structure:

This will greatly support foundational learning - especially for rural children who often start school late.

Why This is a Game Changer for Students & Parents 🌍

• Students will learn coding & technology from an early age
• AI exposure gives them an edge in future careers
• Govt. school education standards rise closer to private institutions
• Employment opportunities for trained teachers increase
• Strong digital literacy across rural Karnataka

This is more than policy - it is a promise of a brighter India. A future where every child can dream with confidence.

FAQs

1. When will the Computer Science subject be introduced?
It is planned for the 2026-27 academic year, starting from Class 1.

2. From which class will AI be taught?
AI will be introduced from Class 3 onwards.

3. Who will prepare the curriculum?
Either IIT Madras or IIT Bombay - the final decision will be taken soon.

4. Will new teachers be recruited?
Yes, a dedicated cadre of Computer Science teachers will be formed.

5. What are the minimum qualifications for CS teachers?
Bachelor-level degree in Computer Science/IT/BCA/B.Sc Computer Science along with Kannada proficiency.

6. How many schools will get pre-primary sections?
A total of 4,056 government schools.

हिंदी संस्करण

कर्नाटक सरकारी स्कूलों में जल्द आएगा AI और कंप्यूटर साइंस 📘💻

कर्नाटक सरकार स्कूल शिक्षा में बड़ा बदलाव लाने जा रही है। 2026-27 से कक्षा 1 से ही कंप्यूटर साइंस, और कक्षा 3 से आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस (AI) पढ़ाया जाएगा। यह फैसला लाखों बच्चों के लिए नई संभावनाएँ खोलने वाला साबित हो सकता है। 🧠🚀

आईआईटी विशेषज्ञ बनाएंगे नया सिलेबस

राज्य सरकार IIT मद्रास और IIT बॉम्बे के साथ मिलकर नया कंप्यूटर साइंस व AI पाठ्यक्रम तैयार करवाने की योजना बना रही है। इससे सरकारी स्कूलों के बच्चे टेक्नोलॉजी व प्रोग्रामिंग में मजबूत आधार पा सकेंगे।

कंप्यूटर साइंस शिक्षकों की विशेष नियुक्ति

फिलहाल सरकारी स्कूलों में CS शिक्षक काफी कम हैं। इसलिए एक अलग शिक्षक कैडर बनाया जाएगा।

योग्यता:

• BCA/CS/IT/B.Sc (CS) या समान डिग्री
• कन्नड़ भाषा का ज्ञान (PG/UG/PUC/SSLC या प्रमाणपत्र के साथ)

4056 स्कूलों में शुरू होंगे प्री-प्राइमरी सेक्शन 🧒

2026-27 से 4056 सरकारी स्कूलों में प्री-प्राइमरी कक्षाएँ शुरू होंगी, जिनमें शामिल हैं:

• 1699 मैग्नेट स्कूल
• 126 पीएम श्री स्कूल
• 1126 KKRDB क्षेत्र के स्कूल

वेतन संरचना:

यह फैसला क्यों खास है?

• छोटे बच्चों को शुरू से कंप्यूटर और AI सिखाया जाएगा
• सरकारी स्कूलों की गुणवत्ता बेहतर होगी
• शिक्षकों के लिए नए रोजगार के अवसर
• ग्रामीण बच्चों को भी आधुनिक शिक्षा की सुविधा

यह सिर्फ बदलाव नहीं - कर्नाटक के भविष्य का निर्माण है। 🌟

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)

कंप्यूटर साइंस कब से लागू होगा?
2026-27 शैक्षणिक वर्ष से।

AI किस कक्षा से पढ़ाया जाएगा?
कक्षा 3 से।

सिलेबस कौन बनाएगा?
IIT मद्रास या IIT बॉम्बे में से एक।

क्या नए अध्यापक भर्ती किए जाएंगे?
हाँ, विशेष CS शिक्षक कैडर बनाया जाएगा।

कितने स्कूलों में प्री-प्राइमरी कक्षाएँ शुरू होंगी?
कुल 4056 सरकारी स्कूलों में।