Bihar Introduces Vocational Training for High School Students

Bihar is embarking on a significant educational reform by introducing vocational training for students in grades 11 and 12 across 555 schools. This initiative, spearheaded by the Bihar Education Project Council, aims to equip students with practical skills in various trades, including solar energy, fashion design, and IT. Each school will offer two vocational courses, supported by trained instructors and specialized labs. This program is expected to enhance students' employability and prepare them for the workforce. Discover more about the trades being introduced and the implementation strategy in this comprehensive overview.

By Ambika Singh Sep 23, 2025, 12:17 IST

Transforming Education in Bihar

Bihar is set to revolutionize its school education system by incorporating vocational training for students in grades 11 and 12. The Bihar Education Project Council has initiated steps to implement this program, which will see vocational training offered in 555 schools statewide. This initiative aims to equip students with essential professional skills while they are still in school, thereby enhancing their employability post-graduation.

Details of the Vocational Training Program

The Bihar Education Project Council has outlined plans to introduce vocational education across various trades. A total of 11 different courses will be available for students in the 11th and 12th grades. These courses will cover areas such as solar energy systems, apparel and fashion design (including sewing and embroidery), agriculture-related fields (like dairy farming and horticulture), tourism and hospitality, electronics repair, telecommunications, and IT-ITES (including web development and IoT technologies).

Implementation Strategy

Each of the 555 schools will offer two vocational trades, with the council appointing two trainers per school. This means a total of 1,110 trainers will be hired across the state to facilitate the program. The necessary tenders for this recruitment have already been issued.

Establishment of Labs

In addition to the vocational courses, the Bihar Education Project Council plans to set up specialized labs in schools tailored to the respective trades. For instance, a computing lab will be equipped with 12 different types of equipment, while a lab for air conditioning and home appliances will feature seven types of tools. The council is committed to ensuring that all labs are well-equipped to provide students with hands-on experience.