The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is in the news due to its efforts to promote digital payments in schools. According to Circular No. 12/2026, the CBSE aims to encourage the use of digital payment methods in educational institutions.
The circular, which is the source of this information, does not provide specific details on why the CBSE is promoting digital payments in schools. However, it does mention that the board is taking steps to facilitate the use of digital payment methods in educational institutions.
The CBSE circular does not specify the benefits of promoting digital payments in schools or the potential challenges that the board may face in implementing this initiative. It simply states that the board is promoting digital payments in schools and provides instructions on how to implement this initiative.
The CBSE’s efforts to promote digital payments in schools are part of its broader efforts to modernize and improve the education system in India. The board’s initiatives are aimed at making education more accessible and convenient for students and parents.