The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an important warning to all schools. This warning is for students, parents, and teachers. It is about fake NCERT textbooks being sold in the market. These fake books are of poor quality and can harm students' learning.
Why CBSE Issued This Warning
CBSE found that many sellers are distributing copies of NCERT textbooks that are not real. These sellers offer books at lower prices. However, these fake books have many problems:
- Poor Quality: The paper and printing are not good. Pages might be missing or wrongly printed.
- Errors in Content: The biggest problem is that these books often contain mistakes in information. They can have wrong facts, spelling errors, or incorrect answers.
These errors can badly affect students' studies. If students learn from incorrect information, it can lead to confusion and poor performance in exams. It also goes against the goal of good education.
What Schools Must Do
CBSE has told all schools linked with it to take action. Schools must guide parents and students on how to buy only real NCERT books. The board also said that schools themselves should buy books only from official sources approved by CBSE and NCERT.
Mr. Himanshu Gupta , the Secretary of CBSE, signed the official notice. He stressed that getting real textbooks is key to keeping education quality high. This step helps stop students from being misled by wrong study material.
How to Buy Real NCERT Textbooks
To make sure you get genuine books, CBSE has listed specific places to buy them. It is important to buy from these trusted sources only:
| Source Type | Details |
| NCERT Regional Centres | These are official stores in major cities. You can find them in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Guwahati, Kolkata, and Delhi . |
| Authorised Vendors Online | NCERT lists approved sellers on its official website. Visit www.ncert.nic.in to find this list. Always check this list before buying online or from local shops. |
| NCERT Postal Supply Service | You can order books directly from NCERT through their official online portal. The books will be sent to your address. |
If schools or parents need help finding these sources, CBSE has also given contact details for the Regional Production and Distribution Centres (RPDCs). These details are available on the official NCERT website.
Why Genuine Books Are Important for You
For students, using real NCERT books is very important. These books are created by experts and reviewed carefully. They follow the syllabus set by CBSE and provide correct, reliable information needed for your studies and exams.
When you use fake books, you risk:
- Learning wrong facts.
- Missing important information.
- Getting confused due to printing mistakes.
- Spending money on books that are not helpful.
CBSE wants all students to have access to the best study materials. This helps them prepare well and score good marks.
Spread the Word
CBSE has asked schools to share this warning with everyone. Teachers should talk about it in class. Schools should inform parents through notices or meetings. Students should also tell their friends and classmates. By spreading awareness, everyone can help stop the sale of fake books and protect the quality of education.
Always remember to check the quality and source of your textbooks. Your learning depends on accurate and reliable study material.
