PERFORMANCE GRADING INDEX (PGI)
- The Performance Grading Index (PGI) is an assessment tool developed by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to evaluate the performance of states and union territories in the field of school education.
- It aims to encourage states and union territories to take steps towards improving the quality of education.
- The PGI assigns scores to states and union territories based on their performance in these domains, with a maximum possible score of 1,000.
- It provides a comparative analysis of states/union territories' performance and helps identify areas that require improvement.
- The PGI serves as a valuable tool for policy planning, resource allocation, and monitoring progress in the education sector
- It enables states and union territories to identify their strengths and weaknesses and facilitates the exchange of best practices among them
The PGI assesses states and union territories based on various indicators across four key domains:
3.1.Learning Outcomes: This domain focuses on evaluating the academic performance of students, including their achievement levels in language, mathematics, science, and social science subjects. It also takes into account the transition rates from primary to upper primary and from upper primary to secondary levels.
3.2.Access: This domain assesses the accessibility of education by examining indicators such as gross enrollment ratio, infrastructure availability (classrooms, toilets, libraries, etc.), availability of trained teachers, and inclusive education for children with special needs.
3.3.Infrastructure and Facilities: This domain evaluates the adequacy and quality of infrastructure and facilities in schools, including drinking water facilities, electricity, playgrounds, computer labs, and availability of teaching-learning materials.
3.4.Equity: This domain assesses the efforts made by states and union territories to reduce disparities in education, focusing on indicators such as the gender parity index, the enrollment of disadvantaged groups (SC/ST/OBC/minorities), and the availability of scholarships.
4. Way forward
Additionally, it encourages healthy competition and incentivizes states/union territories to improve their educational outcomes and infrastructure.
It is important to note that the PGI is periodically updated and revised to ensure its relevance and effectiveness in capturing the educational landscape of the country.
Source: pib
