A school built on legacy. A campus built for tomorrow.
PM SHRI Government Senior Secondary School, Totu — established 1963 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

PM SHRI Exemplar
Totu, Shimla · Est. 1963
NEP 2020
Aligned Curriculum
About PM SHRI Govt. Sr. Sec. School of Excellence Totu of Excellence Totu
Nestled in the serene hills of Totu, Shimla, our institution blends six decades of heritage with a future-ready vision — nurturing confident, ethical, and creative learners through the PM SHRI initiative and NEP 2020.
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Our story in the Principal's words
A premier educational institution committed to academic excellence, holistic development, and value-based education. Situated in the serene surroundings of Totu, Shimla, our school stands as a beacon of progressive learning and innovation under the visionary framework of the PM SHRI initiative and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Our institution strives to nurture young minds through a balanced blend of scholastic achievement, skill education, co-curricular enrichment, and character building. With a dedicated team of 32 highly qualified and motivated educators, we aim to create an inclusive and inspiring learning environment where every child is empowered to discover and realize their full potential.
At PM SHRI Govt. Sr. Sec. School of Excellence Totu, education extends beyond classrooms. The school actively promotes experiential and skill-based learning through vocational education, ICT integration, science and innovation activities, sports, cultural programs, eco-friendly initiatives, and community participation. Our students consistently excel in academics, vocational competitions, sports, cultural activities, and leadership platforms at district and state levels.
The school campus is equipped with modern infrastructure and learner-friendly facilities, including smart classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, a library, ICT-enabled learning spaces, vocational labs, sports facilities, and innovative educational resources. Special initiatives such as hydroponic gardening, LED information display systems, mentorship programs, and student motivation practices reflect our commitment towards creating a future-ready educational ecosystem.
We strongly believe in fostering discipline, creativity, leadership, empathy, and social responsibility among students. Through continuous innovation and collaborative efforts with parents, School Management Committees, and the community, PM SHRI Govt. Sr. Sec. School of Excellence Totu of Excellence Totu continues its journey towards becoming a model institution of excellence in school education.
"Empowering Minds, Inspiring Futures."
Vocational Education — Three Trades
Industry-aligned, skill-based learning preparing students for real-world careers.
Telecom
Private Security
Plumbing
Our Heritage
Six decades of nurturing students from the heart of Shimla, blending tradition with progress.
Our Mission
To deliver holistic, value-based, future-ready education aligned with NEP 2020.
Our Vision
To be an Exemplar PM SHRI school producing confident, ethical, 21st century citizens.
Our Values
Integrity, curiosity, sustainability, and inclusivity guide every classroom.
A campus designed for learning.
Modern Classrooms
Spacious, well-lit rooms designed for collaborative learning.
Smart Classrooms
Digital boards and interactive content across grades 6–12.
Library — 5,010+ Books
A rich collection across literature, science and reference.
Green Campus
Lush grounds, gardens and eco-friendly practices.
How we implement the new policy.
As a PM SHRI Exemplar school, we put NEP 2020 into daily practice — reshaping curriculum, pedagogy and assessment to nurture well-rounded learners.
Foundational Literacy
Strong base in reading, writing and numeracy from early grades.
Holistic Curriculum
Balanced focus on academics, arts, sports and life skills.
Multilingual Learning
Encouragement of regional languages alongside English and Hindi.
Skill-Based Education
Vocational, digital and 21st century skills woven into learning.
8 decades since 1939.
Establishment as Middle School
Founded as a Middle School under the Punjab State education system.
Upgraded to High School
Expanded academic offerings and officially recognized as a High School.
Senior Secondary Status Granted
Upgraded to Senior Secondary School with classes extended up to Grade XII.
Library Expansion
Library infrastructure enhanced with a collection of thousands of academic and reference titles.
Introduction of Vocational Education
Vocational education streams introduced to promote skill-based and career-oriented learning.
Smart Classroom Integration
Digital boards and ICT-enabled teaching methods implemented to modernize classroom learning.
NEP 2020 Alignment
Curriculum and pedagogy restructured in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
PM SHRI Exemplar & Hub School
Selected as a PM SHRI Exemplar School and designated as a Hub School for educational excellence and innovation.