Telangana Government Expands Pre-Primary Classes to 3,000 Schools

Revanth Reddy Government Extends Early Education Plan

The Telangana government has taken a policy decision to expand pre-primary education in government schools across the state. From the 2026–27 academic year, UKG classes will be introduced in an additional 3,000 schools.

This move is part of a broader effort by the Revanth Reddy-led government to strengthen the public education system by integrating early childhood learning into government institutions.

Expansion Follows Initial Rollout

The decision comes after the state had already launched pre-primary education, including UKG classes, in 1,000 government schools during the current academic year. The initial rollout was implemented under the pre-primary education programme.

Officials view the expansion as a continuation of that initiative, aiming to widen access and standardise early learning opportunities in public schools.

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Target Set for Gram Panchayat-Level Coverage

The government has outlined a larger target linked to rural education infrastructure. It aims to introduce pre-primary classes in one school within each of the 12,700 gram panchayats across the state.

This approach is intended to ensure that early education facilities are available within local administrative units, reducing dependency on private institutions.

Focus on Strengthening Government Schools

The introduction of UKG classes in more schools is expected to improve enrolment in government institutions. By offering pre-primary education, authorities aim to retain students within the public system from an early stage.

The initiative also aligns with ongoing efforts to improve foundational learning and streamline the transition into primary schooling.

States have increasingly focused on expanding early childhood education as part of broader reforms in school education. Telangana’s move reflects this trend, with emphasis on accessibility at the village level.

Further implementation details are expected as the 2026–27 academic year approaches.