CBSE School Affiliation Requirements: Mandatory Documents List Now Available Online

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has updated its requirements for schools applying for affiliation, as outlined in SARAS Manual 5.0. This applies to new affiliations, upgradations, and extensions. Here’s a summary of the essential documentation needed:

Essential Documentation for New Schools:

1. Land Certificate:

   • Requirement: Must be issued within one year prior to the application date.
   • Issuing Authority: Authorized authorities such as District Magistrate (DM), Additional District Magistrate (ADM), Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Tehsildar, Naib-Tehsildar, Registrar, Sub-Registrar, or any equivalent authority.
   • Details: Should confirm the ownership and details of the land on which the school will be established.

2. Building Safety Certificate:

   • Requirement: Must include comprehensive details about the school’s building blocks and floors.
   • Issuing Authority: Must be issued by an official no lower than the rank of Assistant Engineer from the Government Works Department.

CBSE Official Notification Highlights:

• Land Certificate: According to Clause 1.3 (3), the Land Certificate must be issued within one year of the application date. It should be from authorized officials listed above.
• Building Safety Certificate: Essential to ensure that the infrastructure complies with safety standards and is suitable for educational purposes.

Challenges and Optimizations:

• Challenges: Schools operating on land allocated by Urban Land Development Authorities (e.g., DDA, HUDA) have faced difficulties in obtaining Land Certificates.
• CBSE Response: The Board is reviewing and optimizing the SARAS Manual 5.0 provisions to address these issues and simplify the process.