The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a new curriculum for the academic session 2026-27. According to the CBSE, under the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the 'Three-Language Formula' will be implemented for Class 6, and a two-level system for Mathematics and Science will be introduced starting from Class 9. Until now, students were required to study two Indian languages. However, as per the new CBSE regulations, it is now mandatory for students to study three languages ​​under the Three-Language Formula.

**What is the Three-Language Formula?**
According to the new curriculum released by the CBSE, language subjects will now be systematically categorized into three levels: R1, R2, and R3.
Under the National Curriculum Framework (NCF), it is mandatory that—out of the three languages ​​included in the curriculum—at least two must be Indian languages.

Starting from the academic session 2026-27, the study of a third language will be made mandatory for Class 6 students, continuing until the completion of Class 10 in the academic session 2030–31.
As per the new curriculum, R1 will be the primary language, R2 will be a secondary language (distinct from R1), and R3 will be a language distinct from both R1 and R2.
Out of these three languages, at least two must be Indian languages.

**Third Language Mandatory**
According to the new CBSE regulations, students must pass the third language subject to appear for the Class 10 Board Examinations. Furthermore, out of the three languages ​​studied, two must specifically be of Indian origin.

**Two-Level System for Mathematics and Science**
The CBSE has implemented a two-level system (Standard and Advanced) for the subjects of Mathematics and Science for students starting from Class 9. This system will come into effect from the academic session 2026-27. Under this two-level system, Mathematics and Science subjects will be offered at two distinct levels: Standard and Advanced.

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