Govt approves 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across 17 states and UTs

The Union government has approved the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across 17 states and Union Territories, allocating ₹5,862.55 crore for the project over nine years starting 2026–27.

The plan includes ₹2,585.52 crore for capital expenditure and ₹3,277.03 crore for operational costs.

All the new schools will feature Balvatikas, or three years of pre-primary education, aligning with the National Education Policy 2020.

Of the 57 KVs, 20 will be set up in districts without an existing school, 14 in aspirational districts, four in Left-Wing Extremism-affected areas, and five in the Northeast and hilly regions.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has also cleared seven KVs under the Ministry of Home Affairs and 50 proposed by state and UT governments.

Each school will accommodate around 1,520 students, and once operational, the network expansion will benefit over 86,000 students.

The project is expected to create 4,617 permanent jobs, along with additional employment during the construction phase.

The Kendriya Vidyalaya system, launched in 1962 to support the children of transferable Union government employees, currently operates 1,288 schools, including three abroad. As of June 2025, total enrollment stands at roughly 13.62 lakh.

Several KVs have been designated as PM SHRI schools, recognized for implementing NEP 2020 reforms through modern teaching methods, upgraded facilities, and improved learning outcomes.

Admission demand remains high across the network, particularly at the entry level.