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National Educational Grant & Modernization Framework 2026

Government Schemes, School Grants & Lab Infrastructure Blueprint

Comprehensive step-by-step guides for PM SHRI, NITI Aayog ATL ₹20 Lakhs, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, NEP 2020 Experiential STEAM, and CBSE Skill Hubs. Complete with official circulars, GFR-2017 norms, and turnkey GeM procurement assistance.

₹27,360 Cr PM SHRI Outlay
₹20 Lakhs Per ATL Lab
GFR-2017 & GeM Compliant
100% PFMS Audit Support
Flagship Schemes & Funding Directives

Explore National Grant Programs for School Modernization

Showing 5 of 5 Central & State Schemes
PM SHRI exemplar school modern science laboratory with smart classroom and robotic workstations
₹27,360 Cr Outlay
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Centrally Sponsored Flagship Initiative•October 2026

PM SHRI Schools Scheme

The Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) initiative aims to transform over 14,500 exemplar government schools across India into NEP 2020 showcase institutions, providing 100% financial and technical assistance for integrated science laboratories, Atal Tinkering Labs, and digital ICT infrastructure.

Grant Envelope:₹27,360 Cr
Lab Mandate:Integrated Science & Com...
Target Level:Secondary & Sr. Sec.
Students prototyping with 3D printer and robotics in NITI Aayog Atal Tinkering Lab setup
₹20 Lakh Grant
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Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) Flagship•October 2026

NITI Aayog ATL Grants

Under NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), selected institutions receive a total Grant-in-Aid of ₹20 Lakh over five years. Explore the complete PFMS disbursement roadmap, Package 1-4 equipment specifications, and compliance rules for Tranche 1 (₹12 Lakh) and Tranche 2/3 (₹2 Lakh/year).

Grant Envelope:₹20 Lakhs
Lab Mandate:Package 1: Electronics, ...
Target Level:Classes 6 to 12
Government school modern composite science laboratory funded under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan
Govt & Aided Grants
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Unified Centrally Sponsored School Framework•October 2026

Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan

Under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, government and government-aided secondary institutions receive annual Composite School Grants and capital laboratory allocations to modernize practical science facilities, replace glassware, and procure analytical reagents.

Grant Envelope:₹10K to ₹1 Lakh+
Lab Mandate:Secondary Composite Scie...
Target Level:Secondary & Sr. Sec.
Students engaged in hands-on STEAM experiential learning lab aligned with NEP 2020 guidelines
Curriculum Transformation
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National Education Policy Mandate•October 2026

NEP 2020 Lab Guidelines

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 replaces passive rote memorization with 100% experiential, inquiry-based STEM learning. Learn how to implement mandatory 10 Bagless Days, vocational skill integration, and cross-disciplinary STEAM spaces in Classes 6 to 12.

Grant Envelope:NEP 2020 & NCF-SE
Lab Mandate:Vocational Hands-on Work...
Target Level:5+3+3+4 Spectrum
CBSE Skill Hub laboratory with students learning AI, robotics, and industrial design thinking
PMKVY 4.0 Aligned
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Skill India & CBSE Joint Framework•October 2026

CBSE Skill Hub Initiative

Under the CBSE Skill Hub Initiative and PMKVY 4.0, school infrastructure is utilized during post-school hours and weekends to deliver industry-aligned vocational education to students and community youth. Explore accreditation norms, 33+ skill subjects, and lab equipment standards.

Grant Envelope:Skill Hub Initiative
Lab Mandate:Core AI & Digital Comput...
Target Level:Secondary & Sr. Sec.
Quick Comparison Matrix

Comparative Breakdown: All 5 Govt Schemes & Grants

Evaluate budget ceilings, mandated school categories, funding patterns, and lab equipment scope at a glance:

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Government SchemeMax Grant / OutlayEligible SchoolsMandated Lab TypeExecuting Portal
PM SHRI Schools Scheme₹27,360 Cr (₹1-2 Cr/school)14,500+ Govt/KV/JNV/State SchoolsIntegrated Science & ATL Tinkeringpmshrischools.education.gov.in
NITI Aayog ATL Grants₹20 Lakhs (5 Years)Govt, Aided & Private (Classes 6-12)3D Printing, Robotics & DIY Makeratl.aim.gov.in / PFMS [0217]
Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan₹10K–₹1L/yr CSG + Up to ₹10L LabGovernment & Aided High SchoolsSecondary Science & Glassware Replenishmentsamagrashiksha.education.gov.in
NEP 2020 Lab GuidelinesCurricular MandateAll Recognized CBSE/ICSE/State SchoolsExperiential STEAM & 10 Bagless Dayseducation.gov.in / NCF-SE 2023
CBSE Skill Hub InitiativePMKVY 4.0 Training CostCBSE Affiliated Secondary/Sr. Sec.Composite Skill Lab (AI, Design & Coding)cbseacademic.nic.in / SIDH
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Explore Other School Lab Solutions

Beyond Composite Science Labs, CSEEL designs and equips turnkey NEP 2020 and NITI Aayog aligned innovation labs across India.

Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL)
NITI Aayog (P1–P4)

Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL)

Turnkey setup for NITI Aayog AIM packages with 3D printers, electronics, and rapid prototyping.

Space: 1,000–1,500 sq ftFor: Class 6th–12th
  • Packages P1 to P4 complete hardware & 3D printers
  • Arduino, sensors, mechanical tools & mentor training
Details
Artificial Intelligence & ML Lab
CBSE Skill 417 & 843

Artificial Intelligence & ML Lab

Future skills lab with computer vision rigs, edge AI accelerators, and Python neural network tools.

Space: 600–800 sq ftFor: Class 8th–12th
  • Edge AI vision cameras & Coral accelerators
  • Python SDK, OpenCV & hands-on student projects
Details
Composite Skill Lab
Circular Skill-75/2024

Composite Skill Lab

Mandatory vocational lab for Classes 6–12 with AI, coding, robotics, and 33 CBSE skill subjects.

Space: 600 sq ft (Opt A) / 400x2 (Opt B)For: Class 6th–12th
  • Option A (600 sq ft) or Option B (2x 400 sq ft)
  • 33 vocational modules including AI Code 417 & 843
Details
Advance Composite Science Lab
Senior Secondary (11–12)

Advance Composite Science Lab

High-end interdisciplinary research lab with analytical spectrophotometers and research microscopes.

Space: 800–1,200 sq ftFor: Class 11th–12th
  • Digital spectrophotometer, research microscopes & centrifuge
  • Fume exhaust hood & Class 11-12 research stations
Details
Astronomical & Space Lab
ISRO Space Aligned

Astronomical & Space Lab

Interactive celestial observatory with motorized GoTo telescopes, solar filters, and planetarium software.

Space: 500 sq ft + TerraceFor: Class 4th–12th
  • Motorized 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain tracking telescope
  • H-alpha solar filter, digital planetarium & astrophotography
Details
Aerospace & Drone Lab
DGCA Micro-Aviation

Aerospace & Drone Lab

Aeronautical wind tunnel simulators, modular quadcopter kits, flight simulators, and safety net cage.

Space: 600–1,000 sq ftFor: Class 6th–12th
  • Modular DIY multirotor drone kits & flight simulators
  • Wind tunnel lift/drag test kits & flight safety netting
Details
Robotics & IoT Super-Lab
Industry 4.0 Robotics

Robotics & IoT Super-Lab

Industrial kinematics, multi-sensor autonomous rovers, smart IoT cloud, and WRO competition tracks.

Space: 700–1,000 sq ftFor: Class 5th–12th
  • 4-DOF/6-DOF robotic arms & autonomous rovers
  • ESP32 wireless mesh & World Robot Olympiad mats
Details
Design Thinking & Innovation Lab
NEP 2020 Makerspace

Design Thinking & Innovation Lab

Human-centric design studio with enclosed laser cutters, vinyl plotters, and woodworking workbenches.

Space: 800–1,200 sq ftFor: Class 4th–12th
  • Enclosed laser cutter/engraver & vinyl plotter
  • Heavy-duty ergonomic maker workbenches & tool kits
Details
AR / VR Immersive Science Lab
Spatial Computing

AR / VR Immersive Science Lab

Virtual reality suites for 3D molecular biology, virtual dissections, and risk-free hazardous chemistry.

Space: 500–700 sq ftFor: Class 6th–12th
  • Standalone 6-DoF VR headsets with teacher dashboard
  • Virtual anatomy & chemistry simulations with zero hazard
Details
Vedic & Experiential Math Lab
CBSE Math Lab Norm

Vedic & Experiential Math Lab

Eliminates math phobia through tactile geometric proof solids, algebra tiles, clinometers, and abacus.

Space: 400–600 sq ftFor: Class 1st–10th
  • Tactile pythagoras models, algebra tiles & clinometers
  • Vedic arithmetic abacus & chapter-wise NCERT kits
Details
Language & Phonetics Lab
Digital Phonetics

Language & Phonetics Lab

Interactive acoustic booths with AI-powered pronunciation waveforms, debate recording, and fluency trainers.

Space: 600–900 sq ftFor: Class 1st–12th
  • Student audio terminals with master teacher console
  • Real-time voice waveform matching for neutral accent
Details
School Campus Modernization

Planning Multiple Labs for CBSE Affiliation or PM SHRI Grant?

CSEEL offers integrated turnkey packages for Composite Labs, Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL), AI & Robotics Suites under a single audit-ready warranty with 3D CAD plans.

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