What is CBSE's Three-Language Formula? Now, three languages must be studied for board examinations..
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a new curriculum for the academic session 2026-27. According to the CBSE, under the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the 'Three-Language Formula' will be implemented for Class 6, and a two-level system for Mathematics and Science will be introduced starting from Class 9. Until now, students were required to study two Indian languages. However, as per the new CBSE regulations, it is now mandatory for students to study three languages under the Three-Language Formula.
**What is the Three-Language Formula?**
According to the new curriculum released by the CBSE, language subjects will now be systematically categorized into three levels: R1, R2, and R3.
Under the National Curriculum Framework (NCF), it is mandatory that—out of the three languages included in the curriculum—at least two must be Indian languages.
Starting from the academic session 2026-27, the study of a third language will be made mandatory for Class 6 students, continuing until the completion of Class 10 in the academic session 2030–31.
Out of these three languages, at least two must be Indian languages.
**Third Language Mandatory**
According to the new CBSE regulations, students must pass the third language subject to appear for the Class 10 Board Examinations. Furthermore, out of the three languages studied, two must specifically be of Indian origin.
**Two-Level System for Mathematics and Science**