What are the CBSE Affiliation Requirements?
As of last update in January 2022, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in India has specific requirements for schools seeking CBSE affiliation. These guidelines cover various aspects, including infrastructure, faculty, curriculum, admission processes, financial viability, safety measures, and documentation. Here is a detailed overview of CBSE affiliation requirements requirement with specific sizes for certain facilities.
Infrastructure and Facilities
Land Area
In general, for any location minimum land required is 1.5 Acres. Cities having population more than 10.00 lacs OR in hilly area can have CBSE schools in 1.0 Acres also. Various other exemptions are applicable for A1 Category of cities OR Metro cities, where school can be created even with 0.50 acres of land with certain limitations in number of classes.
Classrooms
Adequate classrooms with a minimum size of 500 sq. ft. The rooms should be well-ventilated and well-lit, accommodating 30 students per classroom.
Additional Facilities
Provision of separate CWSN (Child With Special Needs) toilets are required on each floor for boys and girls separately. Existence of Ramp facility on in alternative to it, a Lift is mandatory in school.
Laboratories
Well-equipped science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, each with a minimum size of 800 sq. ft. Mathematics and computer labs should be at least 600 sq. ft.
Library
A spacious library with a minimum area of 1200 sq. ft. equipped with a variety of books (Min 1500 or No of students X 5 whichever is higher), journals, and periodicals to cater to the academic needs of students.
Play Area
Adequate playgrounds with a minimum size of 1 acre for outdoor sports and recreational activities. The play area should be safely designed and include spaces for different sports.
Faculty Requirements
Teaching Staff
The school should have a qualified and trained teaching staff as per CBSE norms. The student-teacher ratio should be within the prescribed limits.
Principal and Vice-Principal
The school must have a qualified and experienced principal and vice-principal with the necessary qualifications as per CBSE guidelines.
Non-Teaching Staff
Adequate non-teaching staff, including administrative and support staff, to ensure the smooth functioning of the school.
Curriculum and Courses
CBSE Curriculum
The school must adopt the CBSE curriculum for the respective classes, following the guidelines and prescribed textbooks.
Co-curricular Activities
Adequate provision for co-curricular activities and extracurricular programs, fostering the holistic development of students.
Admission Process
Transparent Admission Criteria
The school should have a transparent and merit-based admission process, adhering to CBSE guidelines. Proper documentation and record-keeping of student information are essential.
Financial Viability
Financial Statements:
Submission of audited financial statements to demonstrate the financial stability of the school.
Resources:
Adequate financial resources to support the school’s infrastructure, faculty salaries, and day-to-day operations.
Safety and Security Measures
Safety Measures
Implementation of safety measures for students and staff, including compliance with fire safety regulations.
Security Arrangements
Adequate security arrangements within the school premises to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Affiliation Fee and Documentation
Affiliation Fee
Payment of the prescribed affiliation fee as specified by CBSE.
Documentation
Submission of all required documents, including the school’s registration certificate, no-objection certificate (NOC) from the state government, and other essential documents.
Inspection by CBSE
Visit by CBSE Officials
Acceptance of a visit by CBSE officials for inspection. The school should comply with any additional requirements specified by the CBSE inspection team.
Continuous Compliance
Adherence to Regulations
Schools need to continuously adhere to CBSE regulations and report any significant changes to the CBSE office promptly.
It is important to note that these CBSE affiliation requirements may be subject to change, and schools should refer to the latest CBSE guidelines or contact the CBSE office for the most up-to-date information.
