Delhi schools will conduct a baseline assessment for students in Classes 2 to 8 starting August 27, 2026 . This assessment measures foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The program is part of the NIPUN Sankalp initiative .
Schools under the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB), and the Directorate of Education (DoE) will participate. The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Delhi, has provided detailed guidelines. The assessment will cover Hindi, English, and Mathematics on separate days.
Assessment Schedule
Students from Classes 2 to 8 will take the assessment according to this schedule:
| Subject | Assessment Date |
| Hindi | August 27, 2026 |
| English | August 29, 2026 |
| Mathematics | August 31, 2026 |
The goal is to understand students' current learning levels. This is especially true for foundational literacy and numeracy.
NIPUN Sankalp Baseline Assessment
The baseline assessment is a key component of the NIPUN Sankalp program. This program aims to strengthen essential literacy and numeracy skills in students.
Assessment Conduct
The assessment uses OMR-based tests. Schools must maintain a "one desk-one student" arrangement. This ensures fairness and confidentiality during the exam.
Students must be registered on the NIPUN Sankalp online portal. Schools must verify student records beforehand. For Classes 2 and 3, teachers will complete OMR sheets entirely. This includes student details and answers. For Classes 4 to 8, teachers will fill in student details and Part B. Students will complete Part A themselves.
Missed Assessments
Students absent on scheduled dates will have another chance. The assessment for absent students can be conducted by September 5, 2026 .
