Aizawl, Jan 27: Mizoram Education Minister Vanlalthlana on Tuesday announced a major overhaul of the state’s school academic calendar along with reforms in teacher qualification requirements and board examination result practices.
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| Mizoram Education Minister Dr. Vanlalthlana addresses the media during a press briefing in Aizawl. |
Speaking to reporters at his office, the Minister said the state government is planning to shift Classes 1 to 10 to a January–December academic session, replacing the existing system. However, Classes 11 and 12 will continue to follow the April–March academic pattern. The revised calendar is expected to be implemented from the 2027–28 academic year, following detailed studies and stakeholder consultations.
In another significant move, Dr. Vanlalthlana said that teachers serving in government and aided schools with more than five years of service will be required to possess a Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate. He said the decision is in line with a directive of the Supreme Court. However, he clarified that the requirement will not be enforced immediately, as the state government is currently examining how similar provisions are being implemented in other states.
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The Education Minister also announced changes in the presentation of board examination results. The long-standing practice of declaring the Top 10 performers in the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) and Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) examinations will be discontinued. In addition, the system of awarding divisions and “Letter” marks in subject results will be phased out.
Dr. Vanlalthlana further clarified that the proposed academic calendar reform will not apply to elementary schools functioning under the Autonomous District Councils.
The Minister said the proposed changes are aimed at streamlining the education system in Mizoram, ensuring fairness in evaluation, and aligning teacher qualifications with national standards while keeping the interests of students and educators in focus.
