The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has taken a strong stance against the practice of dummy or non-attending admissions, revoking the affiliation of 21 schools and downgrading six others from senior secondary to secondary status. This action followed a series of surprise inspections in September in Delhi and Rajasthan, where numerous violations were identified.
CBSE Secretary Himanshu Gupta stated that dummy admissions go against the essence of education, adversely affecting students’ comprehensive development. Gupta remarked, “The culture of dummy admissions negates the purpose of schooling, compromising a student’s holistic growth. This crackdown aims to deter schools from enabling such practices, reinforcing the significance of consistent attendance.”
The inspections were thorough, utilizing videographic evidence to document discrepancies. Schools were given an opportunity to address the findings; however, the CBSE took firm action when responses were unsatisfactory. The 21 schools losing affiliation include 16 in Delhi, while the remaining five are situated in Rajasthan’s educational hubs like Kota and Sikar, known for coaching centers that prioritize competitive exam preparation over formal schooling.
By addressing these irregularities, the CBSE seeks to underscore the importance of regular school attendance and to discourage the rise of dummy admissions that focus solely on exam preparation, ensuring that education remains balanced and enriching for students.
