The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a modification to its class size limitations, aiming to better accommodate students joining mid-year and those needing to repeat a grade.
“We have received various representations from schools regarding admissions due to parental transfers and essential repeats. In partial modification to the circular dated 02.08.2023, schools may now have up to 45 students per section in such cases. This applies to students joining mid-session due to parental transfers and those who fall under the essential repeat (ER) category. However, this is an exception and will be available on a case-by-case basis. Schools must apply to the concerned Regional Office with supporting documentation,” the official circular stated.
Increased Limit for Specific Cases: Schools can now have up to 45 students per section for mid-year admissions due to parental transfers and students requiring an essential repeat.
Case by Case Approving: This enhanced capability is not a given. For approval on a case-by-case basis, schools must apply to their regional office along with the necessary supporting documentation.
Maintaining the Focus on Smaller Classes: Forty students per section should continue to be the general student intake for new classes.
Option for More Sections: To accommodate more students, schools with adequate infrastructure can apply via the SARAS portal to add more sections. There is still time to apply for this through June 30.
