Implementation of Digital Infrastructure in CBSE Schools
NO. CBSE/AFF./Circular/2023
Dated: 24.03.2023
Circular No. 10/2023
All the Heads and Managers of the schools
Subject: Implementation of Digital Infrastructure in CBSE Schools
Dear Principal,
CBSE as a national Board of education is required to play a critical role in implementing the National Education Policy 2020 by revising its norms and system in the area including digital infrastructure to align with the policy’s objectives and to make schools stay up-to-date with digital tools and resources.
All the schools affiliated with CBSE are, thus, hereby directed to implement the following revised norms regarding mandatory digital infrastructure with immediate effect;
1. Availability of computers with internet connectivity
- 01 (One) Computer System per 18 (eighteen) students (Desktops/Laptops) inter-connected with a single LAN network with audio-video input and output (Webcam/Speakers etc.) with minimum of 40 such computer systems including above accessories in the school computer Lab must be available in schools. Existing schools shall gradually enhance their infrastructure as per present guidelines.
2. Installation of Server
- Server(s) – at least 01 computer system with high configuration to be used as a Server for Assessment/ Examination purposes.
3. Data Backup provisions
- Data backup devices – either Cloud-based or Physical (external Hard Disc Device – HDD) for all kinds of data storage.
4. Internet Connectivity
- Lease line / Wi-Fi with high-speed internet connectivity.
5. Accessories
- At least 02 printers and 02 scanners per computer lab.
- UPS – Mandatory to support all computer systems in lab for providing power backup to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
- Licensed Softwares, including Anti-Virus and other Security Systems for the Digital infrastructure
6. Smart Boards – for effective classroom transactions.
7. Schools are once again directed to adhere to the Guidelines for Safe and Effective Use of Internet and Digital Technologies in Schools and School Buses issued vide circular number 32/2017 dated August 18,2017.
The mandatory requirement for the configuration of various machines is given in annexure A.
(Anurag Tripathi)
Secretary, CBSE
Distribution:
1. All Managers/ Principals of Independent category schools Affiliated to CBSE.
2. The Commissioner, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, 18 Institutional Area, Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg, New Delhi 110016.
3. The Commissioner, Navodaya Vidyalya Samiti, B-15, Institutional Area, Sector 62, Noida 201307, District Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.
4. The Director of Education, Directorate of Education, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, Old Secretariat, Delhi 110054.
5. The Director of Public Instruction (Schools), Union Territory Secretariat, Sector 09, Chandigarh 160017.
6. The Director of Education, Govt. of Sikkim, Gangtok, Sikkim 737101.
7. The Director of School Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar 791111.
8. The Director of Education, Govt. of A& N Islands, Port Blair 744101.
9. All Education Secretaries of States/ UTs.
10. Deputy Secretary to the Chairman, CBSE for kind information to the Chairman.
11. CVO / All HODs / Regional Directors of the Board.
12. The Joint Secretary (A & L), CBSE.
13. All the Regional Officers/ COE Heads of CBSE with the request to disseminate the information further.
14. The Assistant Secretary(IT), CBSE, Preet Vihar, Delhi-92 – with request to upload the Circular in the main page as well as in the SARAS Portal for information to all stake holders.
(Anurag Tripathi)
Secretary, CBSE
Required Configuration
1. Desktop
Annexure A
In case the schools use Desktop/ Laptop, they must have the following minimum requirements. The latest versions/ latest configurations should be procured, whenever new purchases are done by the schools.
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OPERATING
SYSTEM
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Recommended Operating System: Linux
Schools can also have the Licensed version of Windows 10 or
above.
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BROWSER
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Latest Microsoft Edge/ Google Chrome/ Mozilla Firefox with
JavaScript. (It should be regularly updated, to overcome
the security threats)
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Processor
(CPU):
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Intel Core i5 (10th generation or newer) or equivalent
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RAM
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8 GB and above
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Storage:
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512 GB internal Solid State Drive (SSD) or 1 TB internal
HDD having at least 50 GB free space
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Monitor/Display
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15-18″ LCD monitor
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Other
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Internal or external Webcam, external hard drive for
backups.
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II. LAPTOP:
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Processor
(CPU)
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Intel Core i5 (10th generation or newer) or equivalent
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Ram
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8 GB
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Operating
System
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Recommended Operating System: Linux
Schools can also have the Licensed version of Windows 10 or
above. (whichever feasible for schools)
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Memory
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16 GB RAM
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Storage
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500 GB internal storage drive
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Monitor/Display
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15-18″ LCD monitor
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Other
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Internal or external Webcam, lock, carrying case, external
hard drive for backups.
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III. SERVER
In order to perform various activities, the schools will be required to have servers with the following minimum configurations:
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Processor
(CPU):
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Core i7 CPU, 16 GB RAM OR Intel Xeon D/E/W series with at
least 8 CPU cores or more
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Operating
System:
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Linux
Windows 10 or above (Licensed version)
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RAM:
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16 GB and above
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STORAGE
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2 TB internal Solid State Drive (SSD) or 2 TB x4 internal
HDD
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MONITOR
DISPLAY
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15-18″ LCD monitor
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Other
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Internal or external Webcam, external hard drive for
backups.
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