Join the CISCE Board family and become part of one of India’s most respected national school education boards.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) invites progressive schools across India and abroad to apply for affiliation and offer the prestigious ICSE and ISC programmes. Affiliation with the CISCE Board means aligning your institution with a curriculum known for academic depth, holistic development, and global recognition.

Why Seek Affiliation with the CISCE Board?

Affiliation with the CISCE Board opens doors to a well-structured, student-centric education system that has been trusted by thousands of schools and parents for over six decades.

Schools affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations benefit from:

  • A balanced and progressive curriculum that develops critical thinking and life skills
  • Strong emphasis on English language proficiency and communication
  • Wide subject choices that allow students to explore their interests
  • National and international recognition of ICSE & ISC certificates
  • Continuous academic support and professional development opportunities for teachers
  • Membership in a respected network of 3,300+ schools

If your school believes in quality education beyond rote learning, CISCE affiliation is the right step forward.

Key Eligibility Conditions for CISCE Affiliation

To be considered for affiliation with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, schools must fulfil the following essential requirements:

  • The school must be run by a Registered Society / Trust / Company (under Section 25 of the Companies Act or equivalent) with education as one of its principal objectives. It must be a non-profit institution.
  • The Society/Trust/Company should have financial stability.
  • A properly constituted Governing Body and Managing Committee must be in place.
  • The school must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the concerned State Government or Union Territory Administration.
  • The medium of instruction must be English, and the scheme of studies must follow the CISCE curriculum.
  • Teaching staff must be qualified and trained as per CISCE norms and paid salaries not lower than those in corresponding State Government schools.
  • Adequate infrastructure, classrooms, laboratories, library, playgrounds, and facilities for co-curricular activities must be available.
  • A mandatory Certificate of Land in the prescribed format must be submitted.

Schools are expected to start from Class VI and secure affiliation before promoting students to Class IX. No school is permitted to admit or promote students to Class IX without written approval from the CISCE Board.

How to Apply for Provisional Affiliation

The CISCE Board has made the affiliation process fully online for greater transparency and convenience.

Step-by-step process:

  1. Visit the official CISCE e-Affiliation portal.
  2. Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
  3. Upload mandatory documents, including:
    • Certificate of Land (in prescribed format)
    • Registration Certificate of Society / Trust / Company
    • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the State Government
  4. Submit the initial application.
  5. Upon preliminary approval, you will receive temporary login credentials to complete the detailed application.
  6. After document verification, an inspection of the school will be conducted by CISCE-appointed inspectors.
  7. Based on the inspection report and fulfilment of all conditions, provisional affiliation may be granted.

Provisional affiliation is typically granted for a limited period, after which schools may apply for permanent affiliation once eligibility criteria are met.

Important Guidelines for Schools

  • Affiliation is granted only after a thorough inspection and verification of documents.
  • Mere submission of an application does not guarantee affiliation.
  • Schools must not use the words “ICSE” or claim to follow the ICSE curriculum until formal affiliation is granted.
  • Classes must be conducted only on the premises for which affiliation is approved.
  • The decision of the Council regarding grant or refusal of affiliation is final.

For detailed laboratory requirements (ICSE & ISC), fee structure, school safety norms, and the complete Affiliation Guidelines, schools are advised to refer to the official resources available on the CISCE website.

Ready to Apply for CISCE Affiliation?

Becoming an affiliated school under the CISCE Board | Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations is a commitment to excellence in education.

If your institution is ready to offer students a world-class curriculum that balances academics, values, and life skills, we invite you to begin the affiliation journey today.

Start your application through the official e-Affiliation portal and take the first step towards joining the CISCE family.

For any clarification regarding the affiliation process, please contact the Council through the official channels listed on our Contact Us page.