Patna : Government schools across Bihar are set to receive a uniform appearance under new instructions from the Education Department, which has directed schools to complete painting, minor repairs and essential maintenance work by November 15, 2026.
Under the prescribed colour codes, schools serving Classes 1 to 8 will have pink exterior walls with maroon borders, while higher secondary schools serving Classes 9 to 12 will feature grey exteriors with blue borders. The interiors of primary school buildings will be painted white.
The initiative aims to establish a consistent visual identity for government schools across the state while improving the condition of school buildings and basic facilities. The work will extend beyond painting to include minor repairs, flooring improvements, drinking water arrangements and toilet maintenance.
Primary Schools To Have Pink Walls And Maroon Borders
Under the new guidelines, government schools serving Classes 1 to 8 will have pink exterior walls with maroon-coloured strips along the edges. The interiors of these buildings will be painted white.
The prescribed colours will also be used for the exterior of kitchen sheds, according to the departmental instructions.
The standardised design is intended to give primary schools a consistent appearance across districts. Schools will be expected to follow the specified colours instead of using different combinations according to local preferences.
Higher Secondary Schools To Get Grey And Blue Exteriors
Government schools serving Classes 9 to 12 will follow a separate colour code, with grey exterior walls and blue borders.
The distinction between the two colour combinations is intended to give primary and higher secondary institutions separate visual identities while maintaining uniformity within each category.
The department’s instructions follow observations during inspections that some schools had inconsistent paint colours or lacked the prescribed border patterns.
The latest directive aims to address these variations and ensure that school buildings across Bihar follow the designated standards.
November 15 Deadline For Painting And Repairs
Schools have been directed to complete painting and essential improvement work by November 15, 2026.
Headmasters and the officials responsible for school maintenance have been instructed to ensure that the prescribed work is completed within the stipulated period.
The department’s focus is not limited to the appearance of buildings. Schools are also expected to address minor maintenance issues and improve basic facilities wherever necessary.
With the deadline approaching, timely implementation and monitoring will be important to ensure that schools complete the work and follow the prescribed colour codes.
Drinking Water, Toilets And Flooring Also Included
The improvement initiative includes several maintenance measures alongside painting.
These include minor building repairs, improvements to flooring where required, ensuring access to drinking water and repairing or maintaining toilet facilities.
Schools will also be required to display information related to student enrolment and motivational slogans on their walls.
The measures are intended to make school premises cleaner, more organised and more welcoming for students. Maintaining drinking water and sanitation facilities is also essential to providing a functional learning environment.
The overall objective is to combine a standardised appearance with improvements to the everyday facilities available to students and staff.
Schools Can Spend Up To Rs 50,000 On Improvement Work
The guidelines permit eligible government schools to spend up to Rs 50,000 on the prescribed development and maintenance work.
The expenditure must follow the applicable rules and procedures. Schools will need to prioritise painting, repairs and improvements to essential facilities within the permitted amount.
The funding provision is intended to help schools carry out the required work and address basic maintenance needs.
However, the actual expenditure and the range of improvements possible at individual schools will depend on their requirements and the applicable financial procedures.
Bihar Targets Uniform Appearance Across Government Schools
The initiative is expected to bring greater consistency to government school buildings across Bihar, replacing variations in exterior colours and maintenance standards with a common design.
The improvements could also help schools address visible maintenance issues and provide students with cleaner, better-maintained surroundings.
With November 15 set as the deadline, the immediate priority will be ensuring that schools complete the work on time and comply with the prescribed colour codes.
The extent of the changes will depend on implementation across districts, the availability of funds and the completion of the required maintenance work within the stipulated period.
