The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has shared details for enrollment in NISHTHA Courses during 2026-27 Cycle 1. The circular is for all principals and heads of schools affiliated to CBSE. The courses are being offered under NISHTHA Category II and NISHTHA Category III during Cycle 1 from April to October 2026.
CBSE Shares NISHTHA Course Enrollment Details
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plays an important role in helping teachers, school heads, and educators improve their skills. It supports teachers in adopting modern teaching methods, responding to new educational priorities, and improving the quality of teaching and learning.
NISHTHA, which stands for National Initiative for School Heads’ and Teachers’ Holistic Advancement, is a flagship programme of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It provides professional development opportunities for teachers and school heads.
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Courses Offered Under NISHTHA Category II
Under NISHTHA Category II, two proficiency courses are being offered
| Course | Target Group |
| NISHTHA FLN | All school heads and teachers of Foundational and Preparatory stage, till Class 5 |
| NISHTHA ECCE | All school heads and teachers of Foundational and Preparatory stage, till Class 5 |
These courses are useful if you are working with early-grade learners and want to strengthen your understanding of foundational learning and early childhood education.
Courses Offered Under NISHTHA Category III
Under NISHTHA Category III, advanced courses are being offered for all school heads and teachers.
The listed courses are:
- Cyber Hygiene Practices: Personal Digital Devices
- Environmental Hazards of Electronic Waste (E-waste)
- Action Research
- Catch the Rain (English)
- Catch the Rain (Hindi)
These courses cover important areas such as digital safety, environmental awareness, research-based teaching practices and water conservation awareness.
Important Dates for NISHTHA Cycle 1
The enrolment closing date is 31 August, 2026. The course closing date is 15 September, 2026.
You should complete enrollment before the last date and finish the course within the given timeline.
Where Can Teachers Enroll
The list of courses and joining details are available through the official course link:
https://ciet.ncert.gov.in/NISHTHA_Courses
Instructions for CBSE Schools
CBSE has requested all affiliated school principals and heads to share this information with teachers. Schools have also been asked to encourage teachers to take advantage of these professional development courses.
Helpline
- Email: [email protected]
- Toll-Free Number: 8800440559
Important Links
| CBSE Shares National Cyber Awareness Grand Challenge 2026 Details | CBSE Class 10 Post-Result Facilities 2026 Schedule Released |
Final Takeaway
The CBSE NISHTHA Courses 2026-27 Cycle 1 provide teachers and school heads with an opportunity to strengthen their professional skills through online learning. If you are eligible, you should check the official course link, enrol before 31 August 2026 and complete the course by 15 September 2026.
Source
CBSE Official Circular, 13 August 2026: Click here to read.
Kindly note that any and all information is subject to change as per CBSE, the Education Ministry, and the Government of India.
