As part of the celebrations of Francophonie, the Institut français en Inde is organising a national Grande Dictée (Grand Dictation Challenge) across institutions throughout India.
In 2026, this special edition, under the theme “Travel & Escape”, brings together two major literary landmarks:
- The Little Prince — marking 80 years since publication
- André Malraux — commemorating 50 years since his passing
Whether you are a student, teacher, or French language enthusiast, this is your opportunity to take part in a collective celebration of language, literature, and imagination.
One Event. Three Easy Ways to Participate.
The Grande Dictée is designed to be simple, accessible, and flexible, so everyone can join in.
Schools, universities and partner institutions
We make participation effortless for teachers and administrators.
Establishments can enroll as many class and students as they wish.
📘 A Ready-to-Use Teaching Kit
To make implementation seamless, registered establishments will receive a kit via a common WhatsApp group. This complete pedagogical toolkit is built around adapted excerpts from The Little Prince.
- Beginner level (A1/A2)
- Intermediate level (B1/B2)
✔ Suitable for middle schools, secondary schools, and higher education institutions
✔ Clear instructions
✔ Structured exercises
✔ No additional preparation required
🎁 Added Benefits for Participating Institutions
Every participating institution receives:
- 1-year access to Culturethèque, the French digital library
- A dedicated training session to support teachers on Culturethèque
We ensure that participation is not only enriching for students — but practical and valuable for institutions.
Open to all French speakers in India
Join your local Alliance Française for a special French-language evening and take part in a progressive dictation based on a text by André Malraux.
✔ No complex registration process
✔ Local organisation and friendly atmosphere
✔ A shared cultural experience
👉 Simply contact your nearest Alliance Française for:
- Date
- Time
- Event details
Participation is designed to be welcoming and inclusive — come as you are and enjoy the challenge.
On 17 March 2026, students from the four International Lycée Français Schools in India had taken part in a simultaneous in-class dictation, under the supervision of their French teachers.
This session is based on a text by André Malraux and contributes to the national commemoration marking 50 years since his passing.
A coordinated, meaningful literary moment shared across campuses.
A Nationwide Celebration
🗺 A Living Map of Participation
All participating institutions will be featured on a national map, highlighting the scale and reach of the Grande Dictée across India.
Together, we will showcase the vitality of the French language community nationwide.
After the Dictation
The experience doesn’t stop there.
- 📸 Event photos shared and highlighted
- 🏅 Recognition of participants achieving “zero mistakes”
- 🌍 National visibility for engaged institutions
Why participate?
✔ Simple to organise
✔ Accessible to all levels
✔ Supported by ready-made educational resources
✔ Part of a nationwide Francophonie initiative
✔ A moment of cultural connection and pride
The Grande Dictée 2026 is more than a language exercise — it is a shared journey through literature, imagination, and the French language.
Testimonials
Adita Saxena
Delhi Public School Vasant KunjCette expérience s’est révélée très enrichissante, leur permettant de renforcer leurs compétences en compréhension orale et en orthographe du français. Elle a également permis de mettre en évidence leurs progrès ainsi que les points à améliorer.
Poonam Khandelwal
Mayo college girls school, AjmerLes élèves ont participé avec beaucoup d’énergie et d’intérêt, créant une atmosphère à la fois vivante et agréable. Ils ont vraiment pris plaisir à cette expérience d’apprentissage, et cette initiative a été fortement appréciée par tous.
Nisha Jethwani
Trio World Academy - International School in Bengaluru, KarnatakaLes étudiants ont beaucoup apprécié cette activité et, en outre, en tant que professeure, cela m’a aidée à identifier les points forts et les points faibles des étudiants.
Uma Sridhar
English and Foreign Languages University, HyderabadLes étudiants ont été très contents de cette activité, qui leur a offert l’occasion de tester leurs compétences à l’écoute et à l’écrit. Nous avons ensuite relu les textes ensemble afin d’identifier les points de difficulté. C’était également l’occasion de faire découvrir Le Petit Prince, notamment aux étudiants de niveau A1 qui ont commencé leur licence de français cette année.
Astha Bajpai
DBRA CM Shri Dwarka sector 5 School, DelhiNous avons profondément apprécié cette initiative qui valorise la langue française tout en motivant les apprenants à se dépasser. Nous sommes reconnaissants pour cette précieuse opportunité offerte à nos élèves, et nous serions ravis de participer à davantage d’activités de ce type, qui nourrissent leur passion pour le français.
