The Directorate of Education (DoE), Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, has announced the conduct of remedial classes for students in Classes 9, 10, and 12 during the summer vacation period in government schools. This initiative aims to strengthen fundamental concepts and improve overall learning outcomes for students.
Schedule and Timings
According to the official circular issued by the School Branch of the Directorate of Education, all Delhi government schools will observe summer vacation from May 11 to June 30, 2026. However, remedial classes for selected students will be conducted from May 11 to May 23, excluding Sundays, subject to the availability of teaching staff and school facilities. The classes will be held in three periods of one hour each.
School Timings:
- Teachers: 7:20 am to 11:00 am
- Students: 7:30 am to 10:30 am
Period-wise Schedule:
- 1st Period: 7:30 am to 8:30 am
- 2nd Period: 8:30 am to 9:30 am
- 3rd Period: 9:30 am to 10:30 am
In double-shift schools, remedial classes will be conducted separately in different wings to ensure smooth functioning.
Focus Subjects
For Classes 9 and 10, the primary focus will be on Science and Mathematics. However, the Head of School (HoS) may include other subjects depending on students’ academic needs and result analysis. For Class 12, the subjects for remedial classes will be decided by the respective Heads of Schools based on academic requirements.
Important Guidelines
The Directorate of Education has issued several instructions that must be followed:
- Wearing school uniform during remedial classes is mandatory.
- Attendance of students must be marked online.
- Parental consent or a No Objection Certificate (NOC) is compulsory for students attending the classes.
- Special attention should be given to needy students.
- Library facilities must remain open for self-study and book issuance.
- Schools must ensure clean drinking water and other basic facilities for students.
The circular further stated that guest or contract teachers may also be engaged for remedial classes if required. District Deputy Directors of Education (DDEs) have been instructed to monitor the implementation of these classes during the summer vacation period.
