Students with teachers during the nationwide Foundational Learning Study. (DIPR Photo)
Dimapur, April 13 (MExN): The National Assessment Centre (PARAKH), a constituent of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), is conducting the nationwide Foundational Learning Study (FLS) 2026 to assess foundational competencies among Grade 3 students across the country.
In Nagaland, the study is being conducted from April 13 to 14, 2026, covering 70 sampled schools across 10 districts, with a total of 798 students participating in the assessment.
To ensure smooth implementation, a dedicated workforce has been deployed, including two state-level coordinators, 20 district-level coordinators and 70 field investigators. Additionally, 11 field investigators have been kept on standby as reserves.
The study covers students from both private and government schools, representing diverse backgrounds across the state.
The Foundational Learning Study aims to generate reliable data on students’ learning levels, which will support evidence-based policy decisions and help strengthen foundational education in line with national priorities, according to DIPR.
