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flag India’s CBSE mandates mental health and career counsellors in all schools starting Jan. 19, 2026, to address student stress and improve guidance.

flag The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has mandated mental health and career counsellors in all affiliated schools starting January 19, 2026, following a Public Interest Litigation over rising student stress and poor career guidance. flag Schools must appoint one Counselling and Wellness Teacher per 500 students and a Career Counsellor for Classes 9–12, with a 1:500 ratio. flag Eligible professionals must hold relevant postgraduate degrees and complete a 50-hour CBSE-approved training program. flag Responsibilities include counselling, crisis intervention, and mental health awareness. flag Smaller schools can join a Hub and Spoke model for support. flag The move aims to standardize student well-being and career planning across schools.

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