About GOVT HIGH SCHOOL
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is a CBSE-affiliated school located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. Affiliation number: 2620047. Established in 1966.
Quick facts
- Which board is GOVT HIGH SCHOOL affiliated to?
- GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is affiliated to CBSE and is a day school in Chandigarh.
- Where is GOVT HIGH SCHOOL located?
- GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is located at SECT 24 A CHANDIGARH, Chandigarh – 160, Chandigarh.
- When was GOVT HIGH SCHOOL established?
- GOVT HIGH SCHOOL was established in 1966 and has been operating in Chandigarh for 60 years.
- Is GOVT HIGH SCHOOL co-ed or single-gender?
- GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is a co-educational school.
- Is GOVT HIGH SCHOOL accepting admissions?
- GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
About the school
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL — a co-educational day school in Chandigarh — is among the popular options parents shortlisting schools consider when shortlisting the best schools in Chandigarh. The school has been running since 1966, giving it 60 years of continuous operation in Chandigarh. It is run by chandigarh administration. GOVT HIGH SCHOOL follows the CBSE curriculum and covers up to the secondary stage.
Parent fit
Families comparing GOVT HIGH SCHOOL against other CBSE schools in Chandigarh usually weigh three things: how the school handles the transition between primary and senior school, the strength of the co-curricular calendar, and how transparent the admissions team is during the enquiry. If you're choosing between CBSE and ICSE for the long-term exit, factor in the colleges your child is most likely to apply to — that decision often settles the board question more cleanly than a side-by-side feature comparison. Use the Compare tool on the platform to stack GOVT HIGH SCHOOL against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at GOVT HIGH SCHOOL
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL follows the CBSE curriculum, with English as the primary medium of instruction. As a CBSE-affiliated school, the academic plan is built around NCERT-aligned content and prepares students for JEE, NEET and central-university entrance routes. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Location and neighbourhood
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is located at SECT 24 A CHANDIGARH, Chandigarh – 160. Parents shortlisting schools comparing GOVT HIGH SCHOOL usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Chandigarh on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Academic leadership is currently provided by Principal Seema Arora. Overall, GOVT HIGH SCHOOL suits families wanting a co-educational setting. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
As a day school the calendar mirrors most working-parent schedules, with co-curricular slots typically built into the regular timetable rather than after-school add-ons.
Founded in 1966, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
Chandigarh is the catchment for GOVT HIGH SCHOOL, with most enrolled families living within a 15–20 minute drive of the school gate.
Key facts
- Board
- CBSE
- City
- Chandigarh
- Type
- Govt
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Established
- Affiliation no.
- 2620047
- Managing trust
- chandigarh administration
- Academic session
- April to March
Updated 16 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at GOVT HIGH SCHOOL
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at GOVT HIGH SCHOOL typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
Fees at GOVT HIGH SCHOOL
Annual tuition fees at GOVT HIGH SCHOOL range from ₹0/year, depending on grade. One-time admission fees, security deposit (often refundable), uniform and transport are charged separately. We update fees from official school sources at least once per academic session.
See grade-wise fee breakdownCurriculum & boards
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is affiliated to CBSE. Medium of instruction is English. Levels covered range up to secondary.
Facilities at GOVT HIGH SCHOOL
Facility details are being updated. See the Facilities tab for the latest list.
All facilitiesFaculty & leadership
Principal: Seema Arora.
Location & connectivity
GOVT HIGH SCHOOL is located at SECT 24 A CHANDIGARH, Chandigarh – 160. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
