CBSE Circular Skill-01/2023

A structured 40-week
life skills curriculum.

Six domains. Six qualified professionals. Delivered inside school hours — one hour per week, 40 weeks per academic year. Classes VI–X.

Objective: Build foundations of self-awareness, digital safety, healthy habits, financial sense, communication, and civic responsibility. Students in Classes VI–VIII encounter these domains for the first time — sessions are experiential, relatable, and activity-based.

1 hr / week · 4 hrs / month · 40 hrs / year · Classes VI–VIII · 100% Internal · Activity-Based
Delivered by: CS / Tech Engineer · B.E./B.Tech + Cloud/AI
What is the internet & how it works Safe browsing & personal data Social media: benefits & risks Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Cyberbullying recognition & response Passwords, privacy & phishing Screen time & digital balance Being a responsible digital citizen
Assessment: Digital safety pledge · AI awareness activity · Reflection journal
Delivered by: Psychologist · M.Sc. / M.Phil Psychology
Recognising & naming emotions Managing exam pressure Peer relationships & conflict Healthy sleep & routines Stress awareness & coping Addiction awareness basics Asking for help — when & how Pandemic & community wellbeing
Assessment: Emotion mapping exercise · Wellbeing journal · Group discussion participation
Delivered by: Medical Doctor · MBBS / MD
Personal hygiene & cleanliness Nutrition & a balanced diet Introduction to first aid Emergency preparedness basics Vaccines & preventive care Age-appropriate body awareness What to do when the doctor isn't around Physical activity & exercise habits
Assessment: First aid scenario · Hygiene habit tracker · Group health quiz
Delivered by: Chartered Accountant · CA (ICAI)
What money is & how it works Saving vs. spending habits Introduction to banking UPI, digital payments & safety Being a smart consumer Consumer rights awareness What is entrepreneurship? Basics of cyber financial safety
Assessment: Family budget exercise · Consumer rights case study · Reflection essay
Delivered by: MBA Graduate · MBA (Management)
Verbal & non-verbal communication Active listening skills Introduction to public speaking Teamwork & group dynamics Body language awareness What makes a good leader? Media literacy basics Giving & receiving feedback
Assessment: Short presentation · Teamwork activity · Leadership reflection
Delivered by: Advocate / Lawyer · LLB / LLM
What is critical thinking? Identifying facts vs. opinions Introduction to design thinking Problem-solving frameworks Introduction to the Indian Constitution Fundamental rights & duties Civic responsibility in daily life Emergency preparedness & community safety
Assessment: Design challenge · Civic role-play · Constitution awareness quiz

Objective: Deepen and apply the foundations from middle school. Students in Classes IX–X engage with more complex real-world scenarios — financial independence, legal rights, mental health literacy, advanced digital responsibility, and career readiness — mapped to CBSE Skill Subjects.

1 hr / week · 4 hrs / month · 40 hrs / year · Classes IX–X · 100% Internal · Project-Based
Delivered by: CS / Tech Engineer · B.E./B.Tech + Cloud/AI
AI — how it works & its limitations Machine learning awareness Data privacy laws & your rights Advanced cybersecurity threats Digital careers & pathways Critical evaluation of online content Responsible use of AI tools Digital footprint & reputation
Assessment: AI ethics case study · Digital career exploration project · Security audit activity
Delivered by: Psychologist · M.Sc. / M.Phil Psychology
Adolescent mental health awareness Substance abuse risks & decisions Exam & career stress management Healthy relationships & boundaries Recognising when to seek help Body image & media influence Community mental health awareness Building personal resilience
Assessment: Self-care plan · Peer support scenario · Wellbeing presentation
Delivered by: Medical Doctor · MBBS / MD
Healthcare systems in India Advanced first aid & CPR awareness Nutrition science for teenagers Reproductive health awareness Medicines — safe use & risks Vaccination & herd immunity Community health & sanitation Sports injury & recovery basics
Assessment: Healthcare scenario project · Nutrition analysis · First aid demonstration
Delivered by: Chartered Accountant · CA (ICAI)
Financial markets & instruments Banking, insurance & credit Tax awareness & GST basics Entrepreneurship & business planning Investment & long-term thinking Consumer protection laws Cyber fraud & financial crime Career finance planning
Assessment: Business plan exercise · Financial literacy simulation · Case study
Delivered by: MBA Graduate · MBA (Management)
Professional communication skills Persuasion & argumentation Group discussion & debate skills Leadership styles & decision-making Marketing & sales basics Media production & storytelling Interview & presentation skills Conflict resolution techniques
Assessment: Group debate · Leadership case study · Formal presentation
Delivered by: Advocate / Lawyer · LLB / LLM
Advanced design thinking process Innovation & problem framing Constitutional rights in practice Indian legal system overview Civic engagement & voting awareness Ethical decision-making Community service & responsibility Emergency & disaster preparedness
Assessment: Design thinking project · Civic essay · Legal rights scenario
Syllabus & Course Documents

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Middle School Syllabus (VI–VIII) → Secondary School Syllabus (IX–X) → Course Handouts →

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