Education Boards in India
Education Boards in India

There is a total of 29 boards that conduct the examinations at the state level as well as the national level. Apart from the dates and the links to check the result and timetable we are providing the question papers and the study materials as well as the tips to prepare better for the exams. 

State Boards Resources

Central Boards

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)

National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

Urdu Education Board

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) board of education is an autonomous body that comes under the Ministry of Education (MOE). The NIOS offers life enrichment, vocational and community-oriented courses at the secondary and senior secondary levels.


State Boards

Madrasa Boards in India

  • Bihar Madrasa Board – BSMEB (Bihar State Madrasa Education Board)
  • Chhattisgarh Madrasa Board – CG Madrasa Board (Chhattisgarh Madrasa Board)
  • Kerala Madrasa Board – Samastha (Samastha Kerala Sunni Vidyabhyasa Board Islamic Education)
  • Madhya Pradesh Madrasa Board – MPMB (Madhya Pradesh Madarsa Board)
  • Odisha Madrasa Board – OSBME (Odisha State Board of Madrasa Education)
  • Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Board – UPBME (UP Board of Madarsa Education)
  • Uttarakhand Madrasa Board – UK Madarsa Eduation Board (Uttarakhand Madarsa Education Board)
  • West Bengal Madrasa Board – WBBME (West Bengal Board Of Madrasah Education)

Education Board FAQs

How many times can I give the 12th board exams?

There is no limit to the attempts at Class 12th board exams. You can apply and appear for the examinations as many times as you want. There is no upper age limit for these exams too.

Can I pursue ICSE/ISC board education through distance mode?

No, CISCE does not provide education via distance mode but only through regular mode.

Is it necessary to collect the original mark sheet and certificate from school?

Yes, the result released online is provisional in nature. It is important to collect the mark sheet from school and secure it as these documents are required while applying for higher education and for a job.

How do I get the migration certificate from CBSE?

CBSE used to send the migration certificate to the schools from where students could collect it.

My name has been misspelt in the result card. How should I get it corrected? 

In this case, students should immediately get in contact with their school and the board office for correction or rectification.

Can I select subjects of my choice from different streams for Class 11, 12?

Not yet. All the Class 11, 12 subjects are divided into three streams in India, namely Science, Commerce and Arts.