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Sikkim Becomes India’s 5th Fully Literate State; List Of Literate States In India Inside

Sikkim now joins the top club of fully literate states, which also includes Mizoram, Goa, Tripura, and Himachal Pradesh.

by Tanvi Shrivastava
Sikkim Becomes India’s 5th Fully Literate State; List Of Literate States In India Inside

A small state situated in the Himalayas, Sikkim, has been recognised as a fully literate state under the ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative. This achievement positions Sikkim as the 5th state in India to achieve the full literate state tag. Want to know more about it? Read on!

Sikkim Becomes 5th Literate State

As per a report by NDTV, the declaration was made in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu during the convocation ceremony of Sikkim University at Manan Kendra in Gangtok on Wednesday. This marks a significant educational milestone for Sikkim and is being honoured with immense pride. Additionally, Sikkim now joins the top club of fully literate states, which also includes Mizoram, Goa, Tripura, and Himachal Pradesh. Sikkim is the third state in the Northeast and fifth in the country to achieve this tag. Mizoram was the first state in the country to achieve full literacy.

Launched by the Ministry of Education in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the ULLAS initiative aims to promote adult education, functional literacy, and lifetime learning for individuals who are 15 years and above, while encouraging continuous learning and skill development.

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The Chief Minister of Sikkim, Prem Singh Tamang, took to his official X account to share his heartiest congratulations to the people of Sikkim. He further added, “The achievement marks a defining milestone in the educational and social progress of our state. It reflects our commitment to ensure no adult citizen is left behind in the journey toward knowledge, dignity, empowerment, and inclusive development. From the remotest villages to every block and Gram Panchayat, this mission has reached every nook and corner of Sikkim with dedication and determination. ” He also praised the citizens of the state and said that it’s the enthusiasm of the learners that makes the accomplishment truly inspiring.

Full List Of Literate States In India

Sikkim has now joined the list of fully literate states in India, marking an important milestone both for the state and the country. Here’s a full list of Literate States in India.

  • Mizoram
  • Goa
  • Tripura
  • Himachal Pradesh
  • Sikkim

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Well, we congratulate Sikkim on being the 5th fully literate state in India.

Cover Image Courtesy: X/Prem Singh Tamang

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First Published: May 28, 2026 10:49 AM

FAQs

Which Indian state has 100% literacy rate?

Mizoram, Sikkim, Tripura, Himachal Pradesh and Goa are the Indian states that have achieved a 100% literacy rate, hitting this milestone under the central ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative.

What is the rank of Sikkim in India?

Notably, it ranks 1st in per capita income and is the least populous among all Indian states, while ranking 2nd smallest by land area.

Is Sikkim a rich or poor state?

Sikkim is classified as a rich state.