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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially opened the SARAS 7.0 automated affiliation portal for submission of applications for the academic session 2027–28.
As per Notification No. 07/2026 dated 26.02.2026, schools can now apply under various affiliation categories through the SARAS 7.0 portal.
Additionally, through Notification No. 06/2026 dated 25.02.2026, CBSE has announced important amendments to Appendix V under Chapter 3 of the Affiliation Bye-Laws, 2018, particularly concerning permission of sections based on the school’s built-up area.
📅 Application Window (Session 2027–28)
The online application window will remain open from 26 February 2026 to 31 July 2026 for major categories, including:
- Approval for Middle Class Syllabus
- Fresh Affiliation up to Secondary & Senior Secondary Level (including switch from other Boards)
- Upgradation to Secondary/Senior Secondary Level
- Branch School
- Extension & Restoration of Affiliation
- Permission for Two Shifts
- Section Increase
- Introduction of Additional Subject(s)
- Closure of School
Applications related to land correction (increase/decrease), change of school or society name, interchange/transfer of managing entity, and site shifting will remain open throughout the year.
For Foreign/International Schools and Government & Government-Aided Schools, all application categories will remain open round the year.
🏫 100% Physical Inspection for Key Categories
CBSE has clarified that Fresh Affiliation and Upgradation cases will undergo 100% physical inspection.
Schools must ensure:
- OASIS data is updated
- Mandatory Public Disclosure is complete
- Teachers’ details are properly uploaded
Failure to comply may delay application processing.
📐 Major Amendment: Built-Up Area Based Section Approval
Under amended Appendix-V:
- The maximum number of sections in a school will now be calculated strictly on the basis of Total Built-Up Area.
- Certification must be obtained from the Local Body or Licensed Architect.
- Schools will be permitted 03 sections per 400 sq. meters of built-up area (scaled unit basis).
This amendment aims to standardize infrastructure norms and ensure quality compliance across affiliated institutions.
Schools are advised to carefully review Notifications 06/2026 and 07/2026, adhere to eligibility conditions, documentation requirements, and timelines, and follow the SARAS 7.0 Manual for smooth processing of applications.
For complete details, schools can visit the official CBSE website or access the SARAS portal directly.
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