education & school meals
PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI)
Complete 2026 guide to PM SHRI: 14,500 model schools with smart classrooms, sports infra, ₹4.22 lakh crore NEP implementation.
Last updated: 3/11/2026
Overview
Why launched: 15 lakh schools need NEP 2020 infra. PM SHRI transforms 14,500 schools into exemplary institutions with ₹2 crore/school grant.
Core Benefits: Smart classrooms, digital labs, sports complexes, hostels. Teacher training, leadership program. CBSE/non-CBSE affiliation. By 2026, 10,000 operational.
Success Stats: 1 lakh teachers trained, 5 million students benefited.
Who is Eligible?
- Govt/Kendriya Vidyalaya schools
- Minimum 100 students/class
- Infra audit qualified
- State commitment 6% education budget
- Underserved areas priority
Documents Required
- School NOC
- Infra assessment report
- Teacher list qualifications
- Student enrolment data
- Budget commitment
How to Apply
- 1Step 1: State nominates 300 schools/district
- 2Step 2: MoE empanelment committee
- 3Step 3: ₹2 crore grant first tranche
- 4Step 4: Smart class installation
- 5Step 5: Teacher training certification
- 6Step 6: Annual performance audit