The CBSE has cancelled the registration of CBSE-WSO, following findings that the society used the board’s name without consent. The action reflects the Board’s determination to protect its brand and ensure that affiliated schools maintain clarity about legitimate associations. This warning affects all CBSE-affiliated schools across India. According to the formal notification, CBSE emphasised that it has no affiliation, endorsement, or connection with CBSE-WSO, and all activities by the society should be considered unauthorised and invalid. Schools are strictly advised to refrain from supporting or sponsoring any sports events organised by this group.
Reason Behind Cancellation: Misuse of CBSE Name (CBSE WSO cancellation)
CBSE cancelled CBSE-WSO’s registration after the Registrar of Firms, Societies and Chits, Agra issued an order on 05-12-2025, citing the society’s use of “CBSE” in its name without the Board’s consent. This decision comes months after the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) suspended CBSE-WSO’s affiliation in August 2025. The Board clarified that many schools had participated in events organised by CBSE-WSO, unaware of its unrecognised status. The cancellation is meant to prevent further misuse and protect students and institutions from unregulated events.
Warning to Schools: Avoid Unauthorised Sports Programmes (CBSE sports warning)
Before listing the guidelines, it’s important to note that CBSE intends to maintain transparency and safeguard its reputation. The Board’s advisory reinforces that any communication or claim by CBSE-WSO regarding CBSE affiliation is false and should be dismissed. Schools have been explicitly instructed to:
- Not participate in or encourage sports events organised by CBSE-WSO.
- Not sponsor students or teams for any programmes promoted by the society.
- Verify the legitimacy of any sports event claiming CBSE affiliation through official CBSE channels.
Officials warned that participation in unauthorised events may lead to disciplinary action under affiliation bye-laws.
Impact on Students and Schools: What to Know (CBSE WSO 2025 effect)
With CBSE-WSO now cancelled, all past or upcoming events, registrations, or communications associated with it are invalid. Students and parents must check carefully before joining any sport or competition that claims association with CBSE. Schools must rely only on CBSE’s official notices and not third-party societies. The Board’s action aims to prevent misrepresentation and protect student interests, ensuring that sporting events under CBSE’s name are legitimate and regulated.
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