NITI Aayog Report: Rajasthan Leads India in Integrated Education; Every Third 1-12 School in India is in Rajasthan

Jaipur | May 12, 2026

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Rajasthan has achieved a significant milestone in the field of school education. The latest report from NITI Aayog identifies Rajasthan as the only state in the country with such a robust network for providing education from primary to senior secondary levels under one roof.

Integrated Education: Rajasthan’s Key Statistics

The NITI Aayog report underlines that while the structure of integrated education (Classes 1 to 12) remains limited across India, Rajasthan has made unprecedented progress:

• National Share: As of the 2024-25 data, Rajasthan alone accounts for nearly 35% of all schools in India that offer education from Class 1 through 12.
• One in Three: This means that every third school in India providing integrated 1-12 education is located in Rajasthan.
• Total Schools: The state operates 27,889 such schools, ensuring students do not need to change institutions as they progress from primary to senior secondary levels.

Impact on Reducing Drop-out Rates

The NITI Aayog report highlights a critical link between school structure and “drop-out” rates:

1. Complexity of Re-admission: According to the findings, when school systems are fragmented (e.g., separate primary and secondary schools), students must undergo the admission process multiple times.
2. The Advantage of Continuity: In Rajasthan, the availability of continuous education from Class 1 to 12 removes the hurdle of switching schools. This maintains educational continuity and significantly reduces the risk of students dropping out.

A Growing Center for Educational Excellence

Under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Rajasthan is focusing not just on infrastructure but also on enhancing the quality of the learning environment. The state government’s continuous efforts to expand and upgrade educational institutions have led to marked improvements in national educational indicators.

Conclusion

NITI Aayog’s recognition of Rajasthan’s educational model validates the success of the state’s policies. This ‘Rajasthan Model’ of integrated schooling offers a potential roadmap for other states to improve education quality and student retention across India.

Disclaimer: This report is based on the latest ‘School Education System in India’ report by NITI Aayog and official data shared by the state government.