Archive · 11 Aug 2025
CBSE to Rate Schools for Clean and Green Environments
CBSE is making all schools clean and green!
They're using a new program called SHVR 2025-26 to check if schools are doing a good job.
Schools will be graded on 60 different things, like having clean water and toilets.
Schools can use a special website or app to show what they're doing.
The best schools will get awards at different levels, from their local area to the whole country.
This helps make sure schools are healthy and good for the environment.
CBSE mandates clean and green ratings for affiliated schools under SHVR 2025-26.
The program evaluates schools on 60 indicators to promote a sustainable environment.
Schools must participate by September 30, 2025, via a dedicated portal or mobile app.
SHVR 2025-26 is an expanded version of the Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar (SVP).
Top schools will receive certificates of merit at district, state, and national levels.
- Who
- CBSE and all affiliated schools.
- What
- CBSE is implementing the Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Rating (SHVR) 2025-26 for schools.
- When
- Schools must participate in SHVR 2025-26 by September 30, 2025.
- Where
- Across India, in all CBSE affiliated schools.
- Why
- To promote clean, green, and inclusive school environments.
- Program Name
- Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Rating (SHVR) 2025-26
- Participating Schools
- All CBSE affiliated schools
- Assessment Indicators
- 60
- Participation Deadline
- September 30, 2025
- Key Areas Evaluated
- Water, toilets, handwashing, maintenance, behavior change, Mission LiFE
- Recognition Levels
- District, State, and National