English Medium Section in Delhi’s Government Schools
- Aug. 1, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Starting with the 2025- 26 academic session, government schools will bring in one English-medium section at least in all classes, following a directive from the Directorate of Education (DoE). The DoE instructed all government school leaders to carry out this change in reaction to raising parental requirements in a circular published on July 8, 2025. Many parents trust that English-medium learning better trains their children for higher studies and careers in technology, science, and other professional areas.
The circular authorises school leaders to start English-medium sections in each class beginning next session. Admissions to these departments will rely on aptitude and student interest, with merit serving as a concluding factor when needed. Except for regional language classes, schools will carry on all subjects in English, assuring full language immersion.
The guidance ensures that schools will get relevant teaching aids, textbooks, and other resources to support English-language teaching. It instructs school leaders to reflect these changes and update their records on the Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE) portal as well.
The circular also directs every zonal authority and district to track execution closely and deliver essential support to schools. It presents a lot of challenges as well, although this move widens options for parents and students. The government’s decision reflects a developing public preference for English-medium education. Still, its success will depend more on efficient implementation at the base level.
