In a significant move to transform the educational landscape, the Maharashtra government, through a Government Resolution (GR) dated April 16, 2025, has officially announced the phased implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Beginning with the academic year 2025–26, the state will gradually introduce a new curriculum aligned with NEP’s progressive 5+3+3+4 structure, replacing the long-standing 10+2+3 model.

"Education for all, equity, quality, affordability, and accountability are the five foundational pillars of this policy," the resolution states, underlining its alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), targeted for achievement by 2030.