NCERT Down Syndrome Awareness Series Starts from Today: Check Details
New Delhi: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), through its Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET), is conducting a five day online interactive series on Down Syndrome from 26th to 30th October 2026. The series will cover issues related to awareness and early identification, inclusive classroom practices, and disability rights and empowerment.
NCERT Down Syndrome Series 2026: Key Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Organising body |
CIET-NCERT |
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Programme title |
Towards a More Inclusive Tomorrow: Understanding Down Syndrome |
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Dates |
October 26–30, 2026 |
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Daily timing |
12:45 PM to 1:45 PM |
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Mode |
Online, live and interactive |
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Intended participants |
Teachers, parents, special educators, caregivers, healthcare professionals and interested individuals |
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Where to watch |
NCERT YouTube channels and PM eVIDYA ISL Channel 31 |
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Registration for live viewing |
Not required |
The schedule and participation details are available on the official CIET-NCERT programme page
What Will The Five Day Down Syndrome Series Cover?
The series titled, Towards A More Inclusive Tomorrow: Understanding Down Syndrome, aims to enhance awareness about Down Syndrome, and how to support individuals with Down Syndrome, not only at home and school, but also in the community. According to CIET-NCERT, the sessions will be conducted by professionals from different domains including paediatrics, genetics, inclusive education, rehabilitation and allied professions, as well as people with lived experience and their families.
The programme’s five-day schedule is as follows:
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Date |
Session theme |
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October 26 |
Understanding Down Syndrome: From Awareness to Acceptance |
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October 27 |
Screening, Identification and Therapeutic Interventions |
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October 28 |
Supporting Learning: Inclusive Education and Classroom Strategies |
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October 29 |
Government Initiatives, Rights and Entitlements |
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October 30 |
Employment, Empowerment and Lived Experiences |
How And Where To Watch The Down Syndrome Sessions?
Participants can watch the sessions for free on any of the following platforms without requiring prior registration. The sessions will be streamed on the following channels:
- NCERT’s official YouTube channel
- NCERT Events’ YouTube channel
- PM eVIDYA ISL Channel 31
Separate meeting links will not be sent out. The sessions will be recorded and uploaded on PM eVIDYA ISL Channel 31 for viewing at a later date. To learn more about the ongoing programme, you can visit the CIET-NCERT website.
Will Participants Receive a Certificate?
Yes. As per CIET-NCERT, participants will need to enroll in the associated course on the DIKSHA platform and complete the same in order to receive a certificate.
The course is worth eight hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) or 0.5 credit points, as per the official website. Participants need to complete all five modules of the course and secure a minimum of 70% in the final assessment, in order to qualify for the certificate. The official site mentions that the course on DIKSHA will be updated on November 16, 2026.
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Participants may use the official website of DIKSHA to access the platform. However, the official website of the program mentions that the course link and information on how to enroll in it, will be communicated at a later date.
Why Is Down Syndrome Awareness Important in Education?
Down syndrome, or Trisomy 21, is a genetic condition that occurs due to the presence of an additional full or partial copy of chromosome 21. The impacts of this condition vary and may not always be the same in individuals having Down syndrome.
There may be variations in an individual's development, learning, communication and health. Each individual has his/her own set of strengths and needs, and decisions about education and care should be taken keeping the individual's needs in view
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In schools, inclusive education means various opportunities for all learners to study, communicate and participate fully in various activities of the school. Teachers need to modify their strategies and activities to meet the learning needs of children, and also engage closely with the families and other professionals working with the children.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the dates for the NCERT Down Syndrome online series?
The series will be held from October 26 to October 30, 2026.
2. What are the timings of the sessions?
Each session will be held from 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM.
3. Is registration required to attend the live sessions?
No. Per the CIET-NCERT page, registration is not required to attend the live sessions.
4. Who can join the programme?
The programme is open to teachers, parents, special educators, health care professionals, caregivers and others.
5. How can a participant get a certificate?
Participants have to register for the DIKSHA course, complete all five modules and get a minimum of 70% in the final assessment to get the certificate. The certificate carries eight hours of CPD or 0.5 credit points, states CIET-NCERT.
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