By team abhyaspeeth 
Abhyspeeth Desk
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has clarified that the State Board (SSC) will continue to function as usual, even as select government-run schools begin adopting the CBSE curriculum in a phased manner. The announcement was made by School Education Minister Dadaji Bhuse, addressing concerns from parents and educators about the future of the state syllabus.
“The introduction of the CBSE curriculum is aimed at offering students more choices and improving academic standards, but this does not mean the end of the Maharashtra State Board,” said Bhuse. “Both boards will run parallel, giving schools and students the flexibility to choose what suits them best.”
The decision comes amid growing demand for national-level boards that align with competitive exams like JEE, NEET, and CUET. However, the Education Department has assured that the cultural and linguistic identity preserved in the State Board will remain untouched, and its syllabus will continue to evolve under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Educators across the state have responded positively to the clarity provided. Many see this dual approach as a practical step that allows schools in rural and semi-urban areas to continue with familiar systems, while urban schools that are ready for transition can explore the CBSE route.
As the rollout begins, the state will also provide teacher training and infrastructure support to schools choosing to implement CBSE standards.