CBSE Circular Acad-15/2026 · Session 2026-27

CBSE has mandated a New Subject.
Still confused about CT & AI?
let us guide you.

Under NEP 2020, CBSE has launched a dedicated Computational Thinking + Artificial Intelligence framework for Classes 3 to 8 effective 2026-27. OLL is your turnkey partner — interactive books, a virtual CT&AI lab, and teacher-ready lesson plans on our LMS.

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circular highlights
What CBSE actually said
  • Classes III–VIII must adopt the new CT + AI framework from session 2026-27.
  • Focus: logical reasoning, problem solving, pattern recognition, algorithmic thinking.
  • Build AI-ready learners — everyday AI, ethics, creativity, cross-subject integration.
  • Aligned to NEP 2020 and the National Curriculum for School Education.
Read CBSE Circular Acad-15/2026
the basics, decoded

What is CT & AI?

Computational Thinking is how a mind solves problems the way a computer scientist would. Artificial Intelligence is what happens when we teach machines to think along with us. Together they are the foundation your students need for the next decade.

Computational Thinking
Think like a problem-solver
Decomposition
Break big problems into small solvable steps — the way engineers actually think.
Pattern Recognition
Spot repeating structures across math, science and everyday life to reuse solutions.
Abstraction
Ignore the noise, focus on what really matters — the core of every good model.
Algorithms
Design clear, step-by-step recipes a human OR a computer can follow to a result.
Artificial Intelligence
Understand the AI around you
How AI Learns
From training data to predictions — understand ML the way NEP 2020 intended.
AI Ethics & Bias
Fair, safe, responsible use of AI — with age-appropriate real-world case studies.
Everyday AI
From voice assistants to spam filters — see the AI already around your child.
Creative AI
Make images, music and stories with AI — hands-on projects for every unit.
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OLL's Speciality

Everything a CBSE-affiliated school needs to roll out the new CT & AI framework — books, virtual games, and teacher-ready lesson plans — under one login.

Interactive Books · Grades 3-8
Bright, activity-first workbooks aligned to CBSE's CT + AI framework — 6 grades, one continuous learning arc.
Virtual Lab for CT & AI
Browser-based games and simulations to sharpen logical reasoning, pattern recognition and algorithmic thinking — no downloads.
Teacher Lesson Plans, PPTs & Videos
Ready-to-teach LMS with lesson plans, slide decks, videos, quizzes, upskilling and analytics for every teacher.
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learn by doing

Interactive Books · Grades 3 to 8

A grade-by-grade learning arc — every book packed with age-appropriate activities, coding challenges, real-world AI stories and reflection prompts. Tap any grade to flip through the actual sample book right here.

Live sample flipbooks · Powered by OLL · Grades 3-8

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play → practise → master

Virtual Lab for CT & AI

A browser-first playground of games and simulations that sharpen your child's cognitive thinking. Every activity maps to a CT / AI concept from the CBSE framework — decomposition puzzles, pattern detectors, algorithm racers, tiny neural networks and everyday-AI role plays.

  • No downloads — runs in-browser, on any school computer.
  • Auto-difficulty tuning: each game adapts to Grade 3 through Grade 8.
  • Progress and time-on-task flow to the teacher dashboard live.
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Teacher Lesson Plans, PPTs & Videos

Ready-to-teach modules — every lesson comes with slide decks, videos, activities, assessments and upskilling paths. All powered by OLL's LMS.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the CBSE Circular Acad-15/2026 say about Computational Thinking and AI?

CBSE Circular Acad-15/2026 (dated 01 April 2026) launches the Curriculum Framework for Computational Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Classes III–VIII, effective from the 2026-27 academic session, in alignment with NEP 2020.

Which classes does the CBSE CT & AI curriculum apply to?

It applies to Classes 3 to 8 in every CBSE-affiliated school, starting session 2026-27.

Does OLL provide books for the new CBSE CT & AI framework?

Yes — OLL provides age-appropriate interactive workbooks for Grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, mapped to the CBSE CT & AI curriculum framework, with activities, coding challenges, everyday-AI stories and reflection prompts.

Is there a virtual lab for CT and AI?

Yes — OLL runs a browser-based virtual lab with decomposition puzzles, pattern detectors, algorithm racers, tiny neural networks and everyday-AI role plays. It works on any school computer with no downloads and adapts difficulty across Grades 3–8.

What support do teachers get?

Teachers get ready-to-teach lesson plans, PPT slide decks, explainer videos, assessments and upskilling paths through the OLL LMS — plus class analytics and live reporting.

How can a school book a demo?

Click "Book a Demo" on this page or download the brochure. Our schools team will run a 30-minute walkthrough covering the framework mapping, books, virtual lab and teacher training.

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