{"id":15159,"date":"2025-11-19T08:01:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T08:01:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/blog\/functions-of-ncert\/"},"modified":"2026-03-15T05:27:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T05:27:20","slug":"functions-of-ncert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/sg\/blog\/functions-of-ncert\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Important Functions of NCERT: Curriculum, Research & Assessment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We have been very familiar with the term NCERT from our childhood, <\/strong>since we knew about boards exams, and NCERT<\/strong><\/a>\r\n books<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might remember how our teachers told us that NCERT was our Bible for board exams and we need to revise it<\/strong> continuously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, is it all that NCERT does? Why is it so important and well-known in our studies?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article will introduce you to all the important functions of NCERT<\/strong><\/a>\r\n, and how it contributes to your education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is NCERT?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is the highest-level organization<\/strong> that was started by the government of India in order to facilitate quality enhancement of school education<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It serves as a center of educational research, training of teachers, innovation and curriculum<\/strong><\/a>\r\n development.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NCERT is also closely working with other state education boards, universities and other national agencies. Such as <\/strong>CBSE<\/strong><\/a> (Central Board of Secondary Education), <\/strong>SCERTs<\/strong><\/a> (State Councils of Educational Research and Training) and <\/strong>NIOS<\/strong><\/a> (National Institute of Open Schooling<\/strong>) in ensuring the same standards of education<\/strong> in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mission of NCERT is to offer education<\/strong> which encourages the growth of intellect, emotion, social and moral facets <\/strong>in the learners as a way of preparing them to confront the challenges of the dynamic world<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12 Functions of NCERT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The main functions of NCERT that revolves around student education<\/strong> and their overall academic development a<\/strong>re as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Curriculum Development and Planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Designing and revision of school curriculum <\/strong>at all levels of education (primary to senior secondary) form one of the <\/strong>major roles of NCERT<\/strong><\/a>\r\n. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The body also comes up with the <\/strong>National Curriculum Framework<\/strong><\/a> (NCF) that serves as a guide to all educational boards<\/strong> and institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This incorporates identifying emerging needs, integrating new developments, and introducing innovations, global changes, and national interests, <\/strong>such as sustainability, inclusion, and digital literacy<\/a>\r\n. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

NCERT makes sure that the learning curricula are learner oriented, dynamic and accommodating of various cultural <\/strong>and region oriented factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Preparation and Publication of Textbooks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT is probably most famous for preparing and publishing school textbooks based on the national curriculum<\/strong> in schools belonging to the CBSE and other boards<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These textbooks are conceptually sound, age-appropriate and low priced<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are updated on a regular basis according to the latest development in different fields<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other than textbooks, NCERT also publishes reading supplements, teacher guidelines, reference books and journals<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It seeks to bring quality education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n materials<\/strong> to every student in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Offering Digital Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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As the education sector continues to rapidly digitalize, NCERT has been able to adopt technology in the form of <\/strong>ePathshala<\/strong><\/a> and <\/strong>DIKSHA<\/strong><\/a> platforms<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These provide e-learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n content in the form of digital textbooks, interaction modules, audio-visual <\/strong>and other e-learning material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NCERT uses digital content to facilitate self-regulated learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and ensure that quality learning in remote, <\/strong>rural locations is attained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This online strategy is also useful in sealing the <\/strong>learning gap<\/strong><\/a>\r\n that could occur due to geographical or economic limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Educational Research and Innovation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT undertakes a lot of research regarding school education which includes pedagogy, outcomes of learning, and methods of assessment <\/strong>and inclusive practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The departments and constituent entities (such as <\/strong>NIE<\/strong><\/a>, <\/strong>RIEs <\/strong><\/a>and <\/strong>PSSCIVE<\/strong><\/a>) conduct research to enhance classroom instructions,<\/strong> merge with the emerging educational psychology and modify the innovative learning processes<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such findings of the research are used in the development of policies and programs of national education<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Teacher Education and Professional Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Quality teaching is defined as the primary factor in student achievement<\/strong>s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And NCERT guarantees a well-defined career advancement<\/strong> of the teacher by means of training sessions, workshops, or orientation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It secures in-service and pre-service training of teachers to boost teaching skills, adoption of technology in instruction<\/strong> as well as foster <\/strong>inclusive education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

NCERT is another institution that works together with SCERTs and <\/strong>DIETs<\/strong><\/a> (District Institutes of Education and Training) <\/strong>to provide countrywide enforcement of teacher training standards<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Educational Evaluation and Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT advances and enhances student performance and education assessment systems<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can evaluate the level of learning of students in the various states through programs such as the <\/strong>National Achievement Survey<\/strong><\/a> (NAS)<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This assists in determining the lapses in the <\/strong>Indian education system<\/strong><\/a>\r\n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also develops structures of both formative and summative evaluation<\/strong> whose purpose is that the evaluation strategies are based on the learning outcomes<\/strong> rather than on memorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Educational Extension and Outreach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT is able to provide support to the states and union territories by educational outreach programs, workshops, and guidance <\/strong>services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It helps schools to undertake new education projects and enhance classroom activities<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These activities extensions also entail building resource centers, community-based educations,<\/strong> and efforts geared towards integrating the marginalized children in the mainstream education system.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Collaboration and Advisory Role to Government<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT as an advisory body is very important in advising the central and state governments with regard to educational policies<\/strong> and reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a source of expert advice on the formulation of major initiatives like the <\/strong>National Education Policy (NEP)<\/strong><\/a> and it serves to connect research and action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The council also works with foreign agencies such as <\/strong>UNESCO<\/strong><\/a>, <\/strong>UNICEF<\/strong><\/a> and <\/strong>World Bank<\/strong><\/a> in order to streamline the education system in India<\/strong> to the international standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Publication and Dissemination of Knowledge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Other than textbooks, NCERT also produces a broad variety of educational resources, journals of research, reports, newsletters and teacher manuals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It publishes some of its high-selling magazines such as School Science, Indian Educational Review, and The Primary Teacher<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such materials are circulated throughout the country and they are vital assets to teachers, researchers and policymakers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Events Organization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Educational initiatives, seminars, olympiads and workshops in the region, nationally and internationally<\/strong> are organized by NCERT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students and teachers get to present innovation,<\/strong> creativity and research in these events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An example is the <\/strong>National Talent Search Examination (NTSE)<\/strong><\/a> and other programs which promote academic and scientific advancement <\/strong>among young students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. Supporting universalization of education<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT has been in the forefront to promote activities that seek to ensure that education is made accessible to all children<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is involved in schemes in <\/strong>Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)<\/strong><\/a> and <\/strong>Samagra Shiksha<\/strong><\/a>, which aim to bring inclusive education, gender equity, and lowering the dropout rate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NCERT also through its regional centers supports technical and academic assistance to the underdeveloped regions<\/strong> through which it helps all children have an equal opportunity to education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12. Ensuring Overall Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Outside the academic circles, NCERT advances whole person development amongst students. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its frameworks give a high regard to moral values, skills in life, physical education, arts and environmental awareness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read about how to raise environmental awareness among young people<\/a>\r\n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The aim is to breed individuals who are qualified in their academics and also well balanced emotionally, socially responsible, and environmentally conscious <\/strong>citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is in line with the larger objectives of national development and international peace<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Importance of NCERT in the Indian Education System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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NCERT is the foundation of the Indian school system of education<\/strong>. Its impact is vastly more than textbooks, that is how knowledge is developed, delivered and assessed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n