How do state boards align their curriculum with NCERT guidelines after NEP 2020?

Following the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, most state boards have started aligning their curricula with NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training) frameworks to ensure national consistency and quality. This involves revising textbooks, updating syllabi, and restructuring subjects to emphasize competency-based learning rather than rote memorization. Many State Councils of Educational Research and Training (SCERTs) collaborate with NCERT to redesign course materials, integrate foundational literacy and numeracy goals, and promote multidisciplinary education. States like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra have begun adopting modular structures that reflect NEP’s 5+3+3+4 model. The alignment aims to create a more flexible, skill-oriented education system while allowing states to retain local and cultural relevance in their content.