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Odisha Government Approves Upgradation of 67 Primary Schools to Upper Primary Schools

Odisha 67 Primary Schools Upgradation to Upper Primary Schools

UPGRADATION OF 67 PRIMARY SCHOOLS TO UPPER PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Government of Odisha, School & Mass Education Department – Letter No. 18234/SME Dated 10.07.2026

Letter No. 18234/SME Dt. 10.07.2026

Issuing Authority Smt. Bijaylaxmi Patsani, OAS(SAG), Additional Secretary to Govt.

Subject Upgradation of Primary Schools to Upper Primary Schools

Implementing Agency OSEPA

Total Schools

Primary to Upper Primary

Districts Covered

Across Odisha

Max Schools

Dhenkanal

14 Schools Upgraded

Key Provisions of the Letter

Approval Granted: Government in S&ME Department has accorded approval on the proposal for upgradation of sixty-seven (67) Primary Schools across various districts to Upper Primary Schools in accordance with prescribed norms and guidelines.
Annexure-A: A comprehensive district-wise list of the 67 schools is enclosed as Annexure-A for reference.
Action Required: OSEPA is requested to take immediate necessary follow-up action for execution of the upgradation process, ensuring:
– Provisioning of requisite infrastructure
– Allocation of teaching staff
– Completion of regulatory alignments
Compliance Report: A compliance report in this connection may be shared with the Department at an early date.
Forwarding: Copy forwarded to DEE(O) and DEO-cum-DPCs of all 21 concerned districts for information and necessary action.

Important Points to Note

Major Expansion: The upgradation of 67 Primary Schools to Upper Primary Schools will significantly expand access to upper primary education in rural and underserved areas.
Infrastructure Development: The upgradation process includes provisioning of requisite infrastructure including additional classrooms, toilets, drinking water, and other facilities.
Teaching Staff Allocation: Allotment of additional teaching staff as per norms will be ensured for each upgraded school.
Regulatory Compliance: All regulatory alignments including affiliation and recognition procedures will be completed for the upgraded schools.
Wide Coverage: The schools are spread across 20 districts of Odisha, with Dhenkanal having the maximum (14 schools).
OSEPA's Role: The Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) is the implementing agency responsible for execution of the upgradation process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this letter approve?

The letter approves the upgradation of 67 Primary Schools to Upper Primary Schools across various districts of Odisha, in accordance with prescribed norms and guidelines.

How many schools are being upgraded?

A total of 67 (Sixty-seven) Primary Schools are being upgraded to Upper Primary Schools.

Which districts are covered under this upgradation?

The schools are spread across 20 districts including Balangir, Balasore, Bargarh, Cuttack, Deogarh, Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Jharsuguda, Kalahandi, Kendrapara, Koraput, Malkangiri, Mayurbhanj, Nayagarh, Nuapada, Puri, Rayagada, Sambalpur, and Sundargarh.

Which district has the highest number of schools being upgraded?

Dhenkanal district has the highest number with 14 schools being upgraded.

Who is the implementing agency for this upgradation?

OSEPA (Odisha School Education Programme Authority) is the implementing agency responsible for execution of the upgradation process.

What actions are required from OSEPA?

OSEPA is required to ensure:
– Provisioning of requisite infrastructure
– Allocation of teaching staff
– Completion of regulatory alignments
– Submission of compliance report to the Department

Where can I find the list of 67 schools?

The comprehensive district-wise list of the 67 schools is enclosed as Annexure-A with the letter and is available in the official document.