Ranchi/Jamshedpur: Chief Minister Hemant Soren has approved a proposal to upgrade 19 government schools in Kolhan as CM Schools of Excellence (CM Utkrisht Vidyalaya), marking a major push towards quality education. The move is part of the Jharkhand government’s efforts to transform the state-run education system in the Kolhan division.
From the academic session 2027–28, these schools will offer education under the CBSE curriculum, ensuring high academic standards, modern pedagogy, and improved learning outcomes for students in the region.
State Project Director Shashi Ranjan, while reviewing progress with district education officers, said that the selected schools are expected to receive CBSE affiliation within the next six months. “The government will ensure the development of state-of-the-art infrastructure, including modern classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and advanced ICT facilities,” he added.
Mandatory inspection and report by January 27
The director has directed officials to conduct field inspections of all proposed schools by January 27 and submit detailed reports. The assessment will focus on immediate requirements such as additional classrooms, drinking water facilities, toilets, and electricity connections. Based on these reports, the process of construction and supply of teaching-learning materials will begin. Once approvals are in place, academic activities will commence accordingly.
Admissions open in existing CM Schools
Meanwhile, the admission process for the existing CM Schools of Excellence has begun for the upcoming academic session. Applications will be accepted online through the e-Vidyavahini portal, with the last date set as February 16, 2026.
Officials said the initiative aims to bridge the gap between government and private schooling, particularly in tribal and rural areas, and is expected to significantly enhance access to quality education across Kolhan.
List of 19 schools upgraded as CM Schools of Excellence
West Singhbhum (7 schools):
High School Rajnandpur (Anandpur), Birsa Bhagwan Plus Two (Bandgaon), Marwari Plus Two (Chakradharpur), High School Hatgamharhiya, Russell Plus Two (Jagannathpur), Ishwar Pathak Plus Two (Manoharpur), and High School Chitmity (Tantnagar).
East Singhbhum (7 schools):
Adivasi High School (Bodam), Manohar Lal Plus Two (Chakulia), Ashtakoshi Bhalukpatda Plus Two (Dumaria), High School Bankati (Ghatsila), Rashtrapita Gandhi High School (Mango–Jamshedpur), Upgraded High School Gudabandha, and Shiksha Niketan Plus Two Haldipokhar (Potka).
Seraikela-Kharsawan (5 schools):
Upgraded High School Dugni (Gamharia), High School Kutam (Ichagarh), High School Padyampur (Kharsawan), Plus Two High School Raghunathpur (Nimdih), and SS Plus Two High School (Rajnagar).
