Looking for a recognized private school in Chandigarh? The Chandigarh Administration’s Department of Education publishes an official list of recognized private schools along with the level of schooling listed for each institution. This guide helps parents understand the directory, explore school names and check the authoritative source before applying.
Source: Chandigarh Department of Education — Recognized Private Schools. The department’s site describes a network of 84 recognized private schools. The selection below is a convenient extract from the official directory, not the complete 84-school list. Please consult the official page for all entries and current recognition information.
What does “recognized private school” mean?
Recognition indicates that a school appears in the education authority’s official recognition records. It should not be confused with school-board affiliation, admissions availability, fees, or independent quality rankings. A school listed as recognized for a particular level should not automatically be assumed to offer every stream or class in the current admission year.
Recognized Private Schools in Chandigarh — Selected Directory
This readable reference includes examples of senior-secondary, elementary and early-years schools from the department’s directory. School names and levels are presented as published in that directory, with minor formatting normalization. For the full official list, use the source link above.
| No. | School name and location | Level shown in official list |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Force School, 3BRD, Sector 31B | Up to Class 12 |
| 2 | Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Sector 41 | Up to Class 12 |
| 3 | Ankur Public School, PU Campus, Sector 14 | Up to Class 12 |
| 4 | Bal Niketan Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 37 | Up to Class 12 |
| 5 | Banyan Tree School, Sector 48 | Up to Class 12 |
| 6 | Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Sector 27 | Up to Class 12 |
| 7 | Carmel Convent School, Sector 9 | Up to Class 12 |
| 8 | Chandigarh Baptist School, Sector 45 | Up to Class 12 |
| 9 | Chitkara International School, Sector 25 | Up to Class 12 |
| 10 | DAV Public School, Sector 8 | Up to Class 12 |
| 11 | DAV Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 15 | Up to Class 12 |
| 12 | DC Montessori School, Manimajra | Up to Class 12 |
| 13 | Delhi Public School, Sector 40 | Up to Class 12 |
| 14 | Guru Nanak Public School, Sector 36 | Up to Class 12 |
| 15 | Gurukul Global School, Manimajra | Up to Class 12 |
| 16 | Gyandeep Model High School, Sector 20 | Up to Class 12 |
| 17 | KB DAV Centenary Public School, Sector 7 | Up to Class 12 |
| 18 | MDAV High School, Sector 22 | Up to Class 12 |
| 19 | Modern Ways Model High School, Sector 29 | Up to Class 12 |
| 20 | Adarsh Bal Vidyapeeth School, Sector 47 | Up to Class 8 |
| 21 | Adarsh Public School, Sector 20 | Up to Class 8 |
| 22 | CRB Public School, Sector 7 | Up to Class 8 |
| 23 | DAV Public School, Sector 39 | Up to Class 8 |
| 24 | Green Castle School, Sector 47 | Up to Class 8 |
| 25 | Kulwant Rai Sarvhitkari Vidya Mandir, Sector 43 | Up to Class 8 |
| 26 | Little Flower School, Manimajra | Up to Class 8 |
| 27 | Nav Bal Niketan School, Sector 29 | Up to Class 8 |
| 28 | Paragon Convent School, Sector 24 | Up to Class 8 |
| 29 | Pt. MLSD Public School, Sector 19 | Up to Class 8 |
| 30 | Sanawar Montessori School, Sector 11 | Up to Class 8 |
| 31 | Northridge International School, Sector 46 | Up to Class 8 |
| 32 | Lohia International School, Manimajra | Up to Class 5 |
| 33 | Play Way Model School, Sector 37 | Up to Class 5 |
| 34 | Stepping Stone School, Sector 38A | Up to Class 5 |
| 35 | Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan Junior School, Sector 33 | Up to Class 5 |
| 36 | Police Public School, Sector 48 | Primary |
| 37 | BMD Public School, Sector 63 | Middle |
| 38 | SD Saini Model School, Sector 38 | Pre-primary |
| 39 | Stephen’s Preparatory School, Sector 46 | Pre-primary |
| 40 | Indra Holiday Home School, Sector 24 | Pre-primary |
| 41 | CRPF Montessori School, Hallomajra | Play way |
| 42 | Strawberry Kindergarten School, Sector 24 | Play way |
| 43 | Bal Mandir School, Behlana | Play way |
How to use the official list
- Open the official recognized private schools directory.
- Find the school by name and sector, and review its listed level.
- Visit the school’s own admission information to confirm current classes, seats, age criteria, fees and board affiliation.
- Check any updated government circulars before submitting an application or making a payment.
Important distinction: EWS/DG admission lists
The general recognized-school directory is not the same as the 2026–27 EWS/DG admission list. The Education Department separately publishes schools and guidelines for centralized admissions under the economically weaker section and disadvantaged groups categories. Parents applying through those provisions should consult the official 2026–27 EWS/DG circular rather than assuming every school in the general directory participates in the same way.
Questions parents should ask before choosing a school
- Which classes and streams are currently offered?
- Is the school affiliated with CBSE, CISCE or another board, and can that affiliation be verified?
- What are the published admission criteria and application dates?
- What are the full tuition, transport and other charges?
- What transport, accessibility and student-support arrangements are available?
Frequently Asked Questions
How many recognized private schools are listed in Chandigarh?
The Chandigarh Education Department website describes 84 recognized private schools. The full official directory should be consulted for the complete list and any subsequent changes.
Does recognition guarantee admission?
No. Recognition does not mean seats are available. Each school’s admission rules and applicable government policies must be checked.
Is the recognition list the same as a CBSE affiliation list?
No. Recognition and board affiliation are different. Verify the board separately with the relevant board’s official directory.
Where can I find Chandigarh admission guidance?
See the GMSSS15 Admissions Guides, our government school admission guide and the school admission documents checklist.
Official Sources
Chandigarh Education Department — Recognized Private Schools · Chandigarh Education Department homepage · 2026–27 EWS/DG school admission circular.
GMSSS15.com is an independent education information portal and is not affiliated with the Chandigarh Administration or any school. This article is informational and does not certify the current recognition or admission status of an individual institution. Always verify with the official authority. Read our disclaimer.