Pune, June 26th, 2025: With the NEP 2020 rollout entering critical implementation phases across Maharashtra, a new teacher training initiative is gaining attention. The Post Graduate Diploma in Global Education (PGDGE), offered by Aditya Birla Education Academy (ABEA), is now open for admissions in its July 2025 cohort, offering Pune’s educators a structured, fully online path to upgrade their classroom skills in line with the evolving education landscape.
Maharashtra’s push for NEP integration—including the foundational “Aadharshila” curriculum, trilingual instruction, and project-based assessments—has put immense pressure on schools to ensure teachers are NEP-ready. However, most in-service educators have had limited exposure to the digital, inclusive, and experiential pedagogies central to the policy. According to a 2023 government review, only 30% of India’s 9.7 million teachers have received formal training in these areas.
Recognizing the growing skill gap, ABEA’s PGDGE provides a nationally recognized, NEP-aligned curriculum that meets global standards, tailored for both aspiring and experienced teachers. The year-long online program blends live sessions, asynchronous modules, and mentorship, focusing on learner-centric instruction, digital fluency, multilingual strategies, and real-world classroom innovation.
“Pune has always been an educational frontrunner, but the NEP demands a shift in how our teachers engage students,” said Mr. Pradipta Hore, Programme Director, ABEA. “PGDGE gives educators the tools to lead this transformation—with confidence, creativity, and cultural relevance.”
Since its inception, PGDGE has trained educators from Mumbai, Aurangabad, Hyderabad, and international cities, including Sharjah, Qatar, and Bangladesh. In the 2023–24 cohort, 88% reported alignment with global and NEP frameworks, while 68% said it directly enhanced their classroom practice. Teachers cited modules on 21st-century skills, project-based learning, and educator leadership as the most impactful. Importantly, 72% of participants were under age 40, reflecting strong demand from India’s next-gen educators.
The PGDGE model aligns with Maharashtra’s shift toward blended teacher training, supported by SCERT and DIKSHA initiatives, making it a scalable option for cities like Pune, where both government and private institutions are transitioning rapidly.
Educators from Pune, especially those in CBSE, ICSE, and SSC-affiliated schools preparing for NEP-aligned assessments and curriculum reform, stand to benefit from the flexibility and depth offered by PGDGE. The course also helps teachers meet Continuous Professional Development (CPD) expectations under the emerging National Professional Standards for Teachers (NPST).
