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CHSE Odisha Introduces Two New Vocational Courses for Class XII Students
✍️ orissapost.com
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 02:49 PM
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The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) in Odisha has approved the addition of two vocational subjects for Plus II students, expanding skill‑based options at the senior secondary level.
The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) in Odisha has formally approved two new vocational courses for Plus II (Class XII) students. The decision, announced through an official circular, aims to broaden the curriculum and provide students with practical skill training alongside academic studies.
While the specific subjects have not been disclosed in the release, CHSE officials indicated that the courses will be designed to meet industry demand and enhance employability for recent graduates. Schools across the state will be instructed to incorporate these courses into their senior secondary offerings from the upcoming academic session.
Education experts expect the addition to help bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace requirements, offering students alternative pathways to higher education or direct employment. The council has also urged schools to ensure adequate infrastructure and qualified instructors before the courses commence.
While the specific subjects have not been disclosed in the release, CHSE officials indicated that the courses will be designed to meet industry demand and enhance employability for recent graduates. Schools across the state will be instructed to incorporate these courses into their senior secondary offerings from the upcoming academic session.
Education experts expect the addition to help bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace requirements, offering students alternative pathways to higher education or direct employment. The council has also urged schools to ensure adequate infrastructure and qualified instructors before the courses commence.