NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training) is the central body responsible for the conduct of research and training in the field of education. It was established by the government of India in 1963.

It is an organization which provides educational guidance and aids in the process of educational planning and development. The main objective of NCERT is to strengthen the standards of education, to improve the teaching and learning process and to facilitate the use of effective teaching methods.

NCERT covers all the subjects of elementary education. It is primarily focused on teaching and learning in the Indian schools.