The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is a prominent national-level educational board in India, under the Union Government of India. Established in 1929, it oversees the education system for both public and private schools affiliated with it across the country. The board conducts the final examinations for Classes 10 and 12, commonly referred to as the Secondary School Examination (Class 10) and the Senior School Certificate Examination (Class 12), respectively.

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The board's curriculum is designed to keep students competitive globally, with an emphasis on science, mathematics, and technology, while also giving importance to the humanities and social sciences. CBSE schools are spread across India and several other countries, making it one of the largest education boards globally.