CBSE Conducts Surprise Inspections in 15 Schools Across Seven Regions to Curb Dummy Student Enrolments
In a significant step towards reinforcing transparency and accountability in school operations, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recently conducted surprise inspections across 15 CBSE-affiliated schools in seven regions of India. This large-scale initiative, executed on July 31, 2025, focused primarily on identifying dummy student enrolments and verifying compliance with CBSE's academic and infrastructure regulations.
Nationwide Inspections Across Multiple States and UTs
The inspections were strategically planned and executed in five states and two Union Territories: Delhi, Chandigarh, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh. A total of 15 inspection teams, each consisting of a CBSE officer and a principal from an affiliated school, were deployed simultaneously to ensure the element of surprise and avoid any pre-inspection alterations by the schools.
Delhi saw the highest number of inspections, with nine schools under scrutiny, including Apex Public School in Sant Nagar, CIAT Convent School in Kanjhawala, Rajindra Public School in Nangloi, and others. Chandigarh witnessed checks at Sri Guru Harkrishan Public School in Sector 40-C. In Maharashtra, the Jain International School in Nagpur and Rahul International School in Mira Road were inspected, while Central Academy in Ranchi, Jharkhand, was also part of the drive. Other institutions included J.S. Memorial Public School in Uttar Pradesh, Aaloke Bharti Model School in Kolkata, and Lakshya School in Andhra Pradesh.
Focus on Dummy Enrolments and Compliance Checks
The central objective of these inspections was to detect cases of dummy student enrolments, where students are officially listed but do not attend classes. This practice undermines the integrity of education, violating CBSE Bye-Laws and distorting academic records. During the visits, inspection teams examined student attendance registers, enrolment data, classroom activities, and compliance with CBSE’s prescribed academic standards.
The inspections also reviewed infrastructure readiness, including classroom facilities, laboratories, safety measures, and learning resources, to ensure schools provide an environment conducive to holistic education. The Board reiterated that dummy enrolments erode the credibility of the education system and pledged strict action against any institution found indulging in such malpractices.
Immediate and Future Actions
Post-inspection, CBSE will analyze the reports submitted by the respective committees. Based on its findings, the Board may impose penalties, withdraw affiliations, or implement corrective measures to ensure that schools strictly adhere to operational norms. This initiative marks one of CBSE's strongest moves to standardize quality education across its network of affiliated schools nationwide.
Schools Inspected in the Drive
- Sri Guru Harkrishan Public School, Sector 40-C, Chandigarh (Chandigarh)
- Apex Public School, Sant Nagar (Burari), North Delhi (Delhi)
- CIAT Convent School, Kanjhawala (Delhi)
- Devendra Public School, Narayan Vihar, Kirari Suleman Nagar (Delhi)
- S K R Public School, Inder Puri, South West Delhi (Delhi)
- St Kabir Modern School, Uday Vihar, Nilothi (Delhi)
- Rajindra Public School, Nangloi (Delhi)
- Sri Lal Convent School, Baprola Vihar, New Delhi (Delhi)
- LK International School, Bawana, North West Delhi (Delhi)
- Central Academy, Bariatu Road, Ranchi (Jharkhand)
- The Jain International School, Yerla Village, Nagpur (Maharashtra)
- Rahul International School, Mira Road (Maharashtra)
- J S Memorial Public School, Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh)
- Aaloke Bharti Model School, Sonarpur, Kolkata (West Bengal)
- Lakshya School, Samalkota Mandal (Andhra Pradesh)
CBSE’s Commitment to Quality Education
The Board has reaffirmed its dedication to maintaining academic integrity and standardizing education quality across India. These surprise inspections are part of a broader initiative to ensure that every CBSE-affiliated school operates transparently, with genuine student enrolments, qualified faculty, and adequate infrastructure.
By conducting synchronized, unannounced visits, CBSE aims to keep schools vigilant and discourage malpractice that compromises genuine students' learning experience. These measures reinforce the Board’s larger vision of promoting nationwide fairness, transparency, and excellence in school education.
The outcomes of this inspection drive will shape future CBSE monitoring strategies, ensuring that affiliated schools continue to uphold the trust placed in them by parents, students, and the education community.
