SCERT J&K- Divisional Office Jammu

📢 SCERT Jammu Conducts 10-Day Workshop on Lesson Plan Development for Shikshak Shayak Chatbot
SCERT, Divisional Office Jammu, successfully organized a 10-day workshop on the Development of Lesson Plans for the Shikshak Shayak Chatbot (Grades 1–8) from 6th March to 18th March 2026 (except holidays).
The workshop is conducted under the mentorship of Dr. Naseem Javaid Choudhary (JKAS), Director SCERT J&K, and the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director, SCERT Jammu Division, the workshop marked a significant step towards integrating technology with pedagogy.
✨ The programme began with the traditional lighting of the lamp followed by a concept note outlining the vision and objectives of the initiative.
The workshop witnessed enthusiastic participation from subject experts, teachers, and curriculum specialists who collaboratively developed competency-based lesson plans for:
• English (Classes 1–5)
• Mathematics (Classes 1–5)
• EVS (Classes 3–5)
• Hindi (Classes 1–8)
📘 These lesson plans are aligned with:
• SCERT curriculum & JKBOSE textbooks
• NEP 2020 and NCF-FS 2022
• Focus on activity-based, learner-centred teaching
💡 Key highlights included:
• Integration of experiential learning & inclusivity
• Focus on formative assessment and teacher reflection
• Incorporation of art, values, and environmental awareness
The lesson plans underwent rigorous peer review and expert validation and will soon be integrated into the Shikshak Shayak Chatbot, empowering teachers with structured instructional support.
👏 The programme was efficiently coordinated by Dr. Balgar Singh, with support from the organizing team and overall supervision by Ms. Arti Gupta, Assistant Professor.
🎓 The workshop concluded with a valedictory session where the Worthy Joint Director appreciated the dedication of all participants and encouraged continued contributions towards enhancing the quality of school education.
📜 Certificates were distributed, followed by a formal vote of thanks.

📚 SCERT J&K Divisional Office Jammu Hosts One-Day Programme on Key Interventions for Effective Implementation of NEP 2020 . under the theme “Shiksha Mein Navachar, NEP 2020 Ka Aadhar”.
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📍 Jammu | March 14, 2026

🪔 Inauguration
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary (JKAS), Director School Education Jammu & Director SCERT J&K, as Chief Guest, in the presence of Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director, SCERT Jammu Division.
🎤 Insightful address by:
Director School Education Jammu & Director SCERT J&K and Joint Director SCERT Jammu Division.
Target Group: DIET Faculty from across the Jammu Division.
💡 Key Academic Deliberations
Discussions and presentations focused on:
• Research & Innovative Institutional Practices by Dr. Neeraj Jandial
• Multilingualism under NEP 2020 by Ms Monica Sharma
• Capacity Building in Teacher Education by Ms Arti Gupta
• Strengthening Foundational Literacy & Numeracy by Dr. Sanjeevani
• Innovations in Assessment Reforms and HPC by Mr. Rakesh Chobber
• Ullas Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram – Jan Jan Sakshar by Mr. Paawan Vivek
• Inclusivity, Gender Sensitivity & Mental Health by Dr. Rohini Sharma
• Changing Landscape of Libraries as Learning Hubs by Dr. Bhuvi
• Technology Enabled Teaching & Digital Resources by Mr. Vivek Jandial

👩‍🏫 Panel Experts (Technical Session Chairs)

Prof. (Dr.) J. N. Baliya, Department of Educational Studies, Central University, Jammu
• Prof. (Dr.) Mohd. Zubair Kales, Dean Faculty of Education, Cluster University Jammu
• Prof. (Dr.) Veena Gupta, Retd. HOD, Department of Dogri, University of Jammu
• Dr. Atul Hans, Director-cum-Principal, IDRS Jammu
• Dr. Reena Salaria, HOD Linguistics and Literature, School of Humanities and Liberal Arts, Cluster University Jammu
• Dr. Deep Bangotra, Assistant Professor, GDC Akhnoor
• Dr. Rakesh Bharti, Assistant Professor, GCOE Jammu
- [x] Coordinator: Ms Monica Sharma
- [x] Co-Coordinator: Ms Manu Vasudeva
⚙️ Technical Coordinators: Mr. Rakesh Chobber and Mr. Vivek Jandial.
🌟 Valedictory Session
🏅 Certificates distribution followed by a Vote of Thanks.

In Jammu & Kashmir, SCERT J&K Divisional office Jammu actively leveraging the DIKSHA platform to promote technology-enabled learning through online courses, e-content development, quizzes, webinars, and capacity building programmes for teachers and students across the UT.

These initiatives reflect our commitment to the vision of NEP 2020 and to strengthening digital learning opportunities for all.
Let us continue to explore and utilize DIKSHA to enrich classroom practices and expand learning opportunities for all.

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🌸 SCERT Jammu Celebrates One Day Interaction Conference 🌸 on International Women’s Day

📍 SCERT J&K, Divisional Office Jammu organised a One Day Interaction Conference on International Women’s Day at Kisan Kendra, Talab Tillo, Jammu under the mentorship of Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary (JKAS), Director School Education Jammu & Director SCERT J&K, and the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director, SCERT Jammu Division.

🎤 Ms. Monica Sharma, Associate Coordinator, presented the formal Welcome Address.
🗣️ Inspiring address by Prof. Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director, SCERT Jammu Division.

🌟 The conference was graced by eminent guests including Prof. Veena Gupta (Retd. HOD, Department of Dogri, University of Jammu), Prof. Geetanjali Andotra Rana (Retd. Principal, GCW Gandhi Nagar), Ms. Ritu Mahajan (Additional Secretary, School Education Department), Ms. Sheetal Pandita, JKAS (Deputy Secretary, SED), Dr. Deep Novel Kour (Deputy Secretary to Government, Higher Education Department), Ms. Deepika Sharma, JKAS (Under Secretary, SED), Dr. Parveen Akhter Lone (Principal & Dean, IGGDC Jammu), Prof. Amisha Gupta (Director, Business School, University of Jammu), Prof. Monica Sharma (Dean, Humanities & Liberal Arts, Cluster University of Jammu), Dr. Amandeep Kour Anand (Consultant Gynaecologist, Govt. Hospital Gandhi Nagar), Ms. Rashmi Bajaj (Advocate, High Court of J&K), Dr. Gurmeet Gujral (Clinical Dietician), Ms. Sanjogita Dogra (Artist), Ms. Deepali Handa (Entrepreneur, Founder – The Crafts of India) and Ms. Swati Dadheechi (Young Entrepreneur). 👩‍🏫 The dignitaries were felicitated for their exemplary contributions and they highly commended SCERT J&K for hosting such a meaningful and inspiring initiative celebrating women’s achievements and empowerment. ✨

💻 A special highlight was the display of the SHE Portal.
📝 A poem by Dr. Jyoti Sudan.

🎙️A plenary session led by Ms. Arti Gupta, Mr. Paawan Vivek and Mr. Vivek Jandial.

💃 A graceful dance performance by Ms. Ruchi Mohan and a soulful musical presentation by Principal Ms. Shamim Nazki.

🤝 Coordinator: Ms. Manu Vasudeva,
Technical Coordinators:Mr. Rakesh Chobber and Mr. Vivek Jandial.

🙏 Vote of Thanks by Dr. Sanjeevani.

SCERT J&K Signs MoU with Bharti Airtel Foundation for Life Skills Curriculum Development and Implementation

“Nayi Shiksha, Nayi Soch” led from the front at SCERT Jammu

The 3-Day NEP 2020 Orientation at Krishi Bhawan, Jammu saw ~100 educators engage in hands-on learning around NCF-SE, PARAKH, NPST, ECCE & Vidya Pravesh, digital initiatives, competency & toy-based pedagogy, inclusive classrooms, libraries, and school leadership.
Valedictory function was graced by Jenab Syed Shabir Ahmad Shah, JKAS (JD SCERT Kashmir).He urged participants to act as agents of change in their respective institutions and disseminate the learnings at the grassroots level .
Earlier inaugurated by Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary (Director SED & SCERT J&K).
Prof. Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director SCERT Jammu motivated participants to translate NEP vision into real classroom practice through informed and empowered teaching.

Certificates, reflections, and a renewed resolve to carry NEP into classrooms.
Coordinator: Manu Vasudeva | Associate Coordinator: Monica Sharma
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📍 Jammu | February 3, 2026

🎓 SCERT J&K Inaugurates 3-Day NEP 2020 Orientation Programme

🏫 The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), J&K, Divisional Office Jammu, through its NEP Cell, inaugurated a Three-Day Orientation Programme on “Pathways to Progress – Understanding NEP 2020 Initiatives: Nayi Shiksha, Nayi Soch” at Krishi Bhawan, Talab Tillo, Jammu, for around 100 teachers and masters of Jammu Division.

👤 The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Naseem Javaid (JKAS), Director School Education Jammu & Director SCERT J&K, as Chief Guest, along with Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director SCERT Jammu Division.

💐 Ms. Monica Sharma delivered the welcome address, while Ms. Manu Vasudeva, Convenor NEP Cell & Programme Coordinator, presented the concept note.

📚 Addressing the gathering, Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor emphasised learner-centric and inclusive pedagogies.

⭐ In his special address, Dr. Naseem Javaid, Director, SCERT, J and K, highlighted the crucial role of PARAKH in competency-based and holistic assessment, along with the integration of life skills and promotion of mental well-being among learners.

📖 The programme focuses on NEP 2020 reforms, PARAKH, NCF-SE 2023, NPST, ECCE, and various key initiatives.

👩‍🏫 Facilitated by SCERT faculty.

🌸 In Honour of Smt. Shailesh Kumari 🌸
Joint Director, SCERT J&K (Central)

On the occasion of your superannuation on 31st January 2026
(08 August 1990 – 31 January 2026)

With deep respect and admiration, the State Council of Educational Research & Training (SCERT), J&K extends its heartfelt felicitations to Smt. Shailesh Kumari on the completion of 35 years, 5 months, and 23 days of distinguished service in the Department of School Education.

Your wisdom, dedication, and unwavering commitment to duty have been a constant source of inspiration. Your valuable contributions to academic and administrative excellence will be remembered with pride and gratitude.

We wish you good health, happiness, and a fulfilling post-retirement life.

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Regards
State Council of Educational Research & Training (SCERT)
Divisional Office Jammu

📚 Five-Day Workshop on Development of Teacher Resources Concludes Successfully at SCERT Jammu 📚

📍 Jammu | January 31, 2026
SCERT J&K, Divisional Office Jammu, organised a Five-Day Workshop on Development of Teacher Resources for Classroom Transaction of Learning Outcomes at Middle Level (Science) under the leadership of Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary (JKAS), Director School Education Jammu & Director SCERT J&K, and the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director, SCERT Jammu Division.

🗣️ The programme commenced with a formal inaugural session featuring a welcome address by Ms. Arti Gupta, Assistant Professor, concept note presentation by Mr. Deepak Kumar, keynote address by Mr. Vinod Kumar Bhat, Associate Professor, and an inspiring address by the Worthy Joint Director, SCERT, Jammu Division.

📘 Academic sessions covered key themes including NCF-FS 2023 & NCF-SE, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Panchaadi, Science curriculum and learning outcomes, integration of subjects, and career guidance tools. Sessions were facilitated by Ms. Arti Gupta, Ms. Manu Vasudeva, Mr. Amit Sharma, Mr. Yogesh Kumar, Mr. Sushil Hitaishi, Mr. Amit Bhagat, and Mr. Deepak Kumar.

👩‍🏫 Around 50 teachers and masters from across Jammu Division actively participated.

🤝 The workshop was coordinated by Mr. Deepak Kumar, with Mr. Amit Sharma and Mr. Amit Bhagat serving as Associate Coordinators, while Ms. Kavya Sharma efficiently moderated the proceedings.

🏆 The workshop concluded with a valedictory ceremony and distribution of participation certificates and a formal Vote of Thanks.