CBSE Mandate (NEP 2020)
& CognoSpace
The world around us is rapidly evolving — powered by breakthroughs in data science, AI, and automation. As repetitive jobs disappear, the demand for a skilled, creative, and multidisciplinary workforce will only grow. With India housing the world’s largest youth population, equipping students with future-ready skills is more important than ever.
NEP 2020 – A New Direction
Education is crucial for unlocking an individual's full potential, fostering a fair and just society,
and driving national progress. The National Education Policy 2020 redefines learning in India by shifting
focus from rote memorization to critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Instead of overwhelming
students with excessive content, NEP 2020 emphasizes “learning how to learn.”
This vision calls for pedagogy that is:
● Experiential and inquiry-driven
● Flexible and multidisciplinary
● Creative, collaborative, and enjoyable
It also stresses holistic development by including arts, sports, life skills, values, and culture alongside
science and mathematics.
CBSE Mandate Under NEP 2020
In line with NEP 2020, CBSE’s Circular No. Skill-75/2024 (dated August 23, 2024) requires all existing
CBSE-affiliated schools to establish a Composite Skill Lab — either:
● One single 600 sq. ft. lab for classes VI–XII, OR
● Two separate 400 sq. ft. labs (for VI–X and XI–XII).
Schools have **three years** from the circular date to comply — meaning the deadline is
August 23, 2027.
For schools seeking fresh affiliation, the lab must be set up **before affiliation is granted**.
CognoSpace: More Than an Experiential Platform
CognoSpace, a BITS-Pilani Alumni initiative, is a full-spectrum solution for schools to meet CBSE’s
Composite Skill Lab mandate.
STEAM + Life Skills: CognoSpace offers structured modules across science, technology,
engineering, arts, mathematics, and essential life skills such as Financial Literacy, Teamwork, and
Personality Development.
● Aligned with CBSE Mandates: Fully compliant in setup, curriculum, and pedagogy.
● End-to-End Support & Maintenance: Teacher training, lab replenishment, technical
upkeep, and user support.
Proven Impact with CognoSpace
Schools that have integrated CognoSpace report:
● Higher student engagement and participation
● Improved knowledge retention through active learning
● Enhanced academic performance via real-world application
● Smooth CBSE compliance, reducing affiliation risks
Looking Ahead
CognoSpace offers a scalable, comprehensive, and future-ready solution—empowering schools to go beyond
textbooks, equipping students not just for exams, but for life.
Source:
1. National Education Portal
2. CBSE
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