The 2026-27 academic session began on April 1st across Rajasthan, including Bikaner. This year, the new academic calendar released by the Education Department includes several significant changes that will directly impact students, teachers, and parents. Significant changes are being seen, particularly in summer vacations, exam schedules, and session operations.
Major changes in summer holidays
This year, the biggest change has been made regarding summer vacations. While schools previously remained closed for extended periods, the duration and timing of the holidays have now been revised. This aims to minimize learning loss and ensure a balanced overall session.
Schools will open only for 14 days in November
According to the new calendar, schools will operate for a reduced number of days in November. Due to festivals and other scheduled holidays, classes will be held for only about 14 days this month. This will provide students with a consistent break, but maintaining continuity in studies may be a challenge.
Changes in the examination and evaluation system
The Education Department has also made some amendments in the examination system.
More emphasis on periodic internal assessment
Priority given to continuous assessment along with annual examination
Regular monitoring of students' progress
This will allow students' learning to be assessed throughout the year, not just at the end of the year.
New rules in session conduct
Some guidelines have also been set regarding school operations in the new session.
Start and end of the session on time
Balanced distribution of holidays
Promotion of co-curricular activities along with studies
What is the purpose of the changes?
The main objective of all these changes is to improve the quality of education, regularize students' studies, and avoid unnecessary long breaks. The Education Department wants students to study in a balanced academic environment throughout the year.
While the changes made in the new academic calendar will present new challenges for students, they will also benefit from better planning and consistent learning. It will be interesting to see how effective these changes prove to be on the ground.
