• Launched in 2018 as a centrally sponsored scheme.
  • Integrates Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), RMSA, and Teacher Education (TE).
  • Covers pre-primary to Class 12 education.

Objectives:

  • Universal access, equity, and quality education.
  • Infrastructure development (classrooms, toilets, digital learning).
  • Vocational education & teacher training.
  • Bridging gender & social gaps.

Funding:

  • 90:10 (NE & Himalayan states), 60:40 (others), 100% (UTs).

Recent Updates:

  • Aligned with NEP 2020 (focus on FLN & digital learning).
  • PM SHRI Schools (2022) – Model schools under SSA.
  • NIPUN Bharat (2021) – Foundational literacy & numeracy.