The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched a new Integrated Payment System (IPS) to simplify and streamline the payment process related to Practical Examinations 2026.
This system will be used to process payments for schools, observers, and external examiners, ensuring faster and more efficient disbursement of remuneration and related expenses.
💡 Key Highlights of IPS
- CBSE has revised the rates for remuneration, conveyance, and refreshments for Practical Examinations 2026.
- The newly launched IPS Practical 2026 portal includes these updated payment rates.
- The portal has been activated immediately after the completion of practical examinations.
📅 Important Schedule
- Submission & Freezing of Data: 17 March 2026 to 31 March 2026
- Refreezing (for failed payments): 1 April 2026 to 15 April 2026
- Payment Release (Phase 1): From 23 March 2026
- Payment Release (Phase 2): From 6 April 2026
- Portal Closing Date: 16 April 2026
📌 Instructions for Schools
CBSE has directed all affiliated schools to:
- Complete data entry on the IPS portal within the given timeline
- Carefully enter and verify bank account details
- Ensure that Principals personally review and freeze the data before submission
Timely and accurate submission will help in quick release of payments without delays.
The Board emphasized that this initiative is part of its effort to digitize processes and improve efficiency in examination-related operations.
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