The Central Board of Secondary Education has encouraged its affiliated schools to participate in “PRERANA”, an experiential learning program run by the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Prerana program is designed to empower students with leadership qualities and ignite their passion for learning. This unique initiative promises a meaningful, unique, and inspiring experience for participants, shaping them into future leaders who will contribute to the development of a Viksit Bharat (developed India). For detailed information on the eligibility criteria, application process, and selection procedure, please visit the Prerana Program official website.
The PRERANA Portal was opened from 15th March 2024 for application by students of Class IX – XII for all districts of all States and UTs except the 90 districts covered under pilot phase (List Enclosed). The Department of School Education & Literacy has directed states to ensure maximum registration of students on PRERANA portal.
School level Prerana Utsav to be organized in all States and UTs between 1 st April to 15th April 2024. The State Education Department will decide district-wise dates of school level PRERANA Utsav and inform to MoE and NVS by 20th March 2024. The State Education Department will communicate SOP for organization of PRERANA Utsav to all Schools including CBSE, KVS, JNV & State Govt. covering all districts in the state/UTs. (Except Already covered 90 districts in pilot phase).
At District level, the District Education Officer will organize an orientation program for PRERANA Utsav for all schools in districts. The District nodal JNV/KV Principal may be invited for the orientation program. Each School in district will organize ‘PRERANA UTSAV’ at school level following the SOP for school level ‘PRERANA Utsav’ on the same date. Students of Class IX to XII (as per session 2024-25) will participate in PRERANA Utsav.
Schools have to orient the students for PRERANA program, register all students on PRERANA portal (if not already registered) and select 02 best students (01 boy & 01 Girl) for participating in ‘PRERANA UTSAV’ at JNV of the district. Students will exhibit their talent in multi-modal activities of their choice such as writing essay / poem / story / song, make drawing / caricature etc. on given topics related to “Viksit Bharat” and “My Contribution towards Society and Nation”. The students are to be shortlisted on the basis of qualities of leadership, social responsibility and passion for shaping the future of the nation.
Prerana is deeply rooted in the principles of the Indian education system and the philosophy of value-based education enshrined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The program caters to students of classes 9 to 12 through a week-long residential program. Each week, a batch of 20 students (10 boys and 10 girls) from diverse backgrounds across India will embark on a transformative journey at a vernacular school established in 1888 in Vadnagar, Gujarat. This historic school, located in one of India’s oldest living cities, stands as a testament to resilience and embodies the spirit of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (the world is one family).
The week-long camp/programme at Prerana school is a journey of inspiration to invoke the 3 following fundamental themes: “Who am I?”, “What is our history and Cultural Heritage?” and “What can I do for my country?” Prerana School creates opportunities for students to explore country’s great culture through their journey of Vadnagar, a living city, its history, archaeology, and traditional Bhartiya Gyan Parampara. Students will learn to appreciate their heritage through state-of-the-art technology. PRERANA is driven by a steadfast dedication to inculcate values intricately woven into the fabric of the Indian education system—values that have endured the test of time and make effective leaders.
