NCERT Releases Third-Language Learning Resources for Students

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released learning resources and textbooks for the third language (R3) on its official website, ncert.nic.in. The resources are aimed at making language learning more engaging and helping students develop broader language skills.

NEP 2020 Focus on Three Languages

Under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, students are encouraged to learn three languages, with at least two being Indian languages. NCERT said the initiative is intended to improve students’ understanding of multiple Bharatiya Bhashas and support their overall development.

How Students Can Access R3 Books
Students can access the resources by selecting their class, language and book on the NCERT portal. The selected book will open in PDF format along with its chapter list.

Class 9 Students to Study Three Languages
According to CBSE guidelines issued on June 29, students of Class 9 will have to study three languages, of which at least two must be Indian languages. The third language will be evaluated through an internal school-based assessment.

No R3 Board Exam for 2027-28 Class 10 Batch
CBSE has clarified that students currently in Class 9 will not have a board examination in the third language when they reach Class 10 in 2027-28.
However, students currently in Class 6 (2026-27) and subsequent Class 6 batches will have to appear for the R3 board examination when they reach Class 10.