About GNFCS
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is a school located in Mussoorie. It is affiliated to the ICSE / CISCE board. The school was established in 1969. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is GNFCS affiliated to?
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is affiliated to ICSE and CISCE and is a full-boarding school in Mussoorie.
- Where is GNFCS located?
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is located at Shangri - La,S. Mehtab Singh Road, Mussoorie, Dehradun, Mussoorie – 248122, Mussoorie.
- When was GNFCS established?
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School was established in 1969 and has been operating in Mussoorie for 57 years.
- Is GNFCS co-ed or single-gender?
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is a co-educational school.
- Is GNFCS accepting admissions?
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact GNFCS?
- You can reach Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School on 7535075351 or by email at admission@gnfcssociety.com. Address: Shangri - La,S. Mehtab Singh Road, Mussoorie, Dehradun, Mussoorie, 248122.
Established in 1969, Situated in Mussoorie, Himachal Pradesh. Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is an ICSE & CISCE board-coed residential school having a vision of a better human society. The school boasts 480 students and 50 full-time teachers. It follows a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The 85 acres of campus hosts modern classrooms, computer labs, an auditorium, and a spacious library.GNFCS focuses on innovative learning through digital gadgets and provides individual assistance for IIT/JEE. Vocational training is an integral part of the school curriculum with advanced sports facilities on both campuses. GNFCS is the top-ranked school in its region and provides the students with wholesome balanced vegetarian and eggetarian meals, adequate facilities to play games & exercise regularly.
About the school
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is a co-educational full boarding school sited in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Established in 1969, the school has been part of the Mussoorie education landscape for 57 years. GNFCS follows the ICSE / CISCE curriculum and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Curriculum at GNFCS
GNFCS follows the ICSE / CISCE curriculum, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. The ICSE curriculum emphasises English-language depth and detailed internal assessments alongside board examinations. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Campus and facilities
Beyond the classroom, the 85 Acres campus at GNFCS lists 12 facilities — including Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel and Smart Classes, plus 6 more. These resources cover academics, sports and co-curricular activities through the school day.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, GNFCS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in library, infirmary and STEM lab where the campus supports it. Continuous assessment is layered on top of the term examinations, with project work and lab assignments contributing to the final grade in most subjects.
Parent fit
Families comparing GNFCS against other ICSE schools in Mussoorie 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 IB and IGCSE 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 GNFCS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Location and neighbourhood
GNFCS is located at Shangri - La,S. Mehtab Singh Road, Mussoorie, Dehradun, Mussoorie – 248122. Parents comparing GNFCS usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Mussoorie on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
For day-to-day learning, the 15:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at GNFCS are sized for individual attention. Overall, GNFCS suits families considering boarding and 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 full-boarding school the day extends well beyond classroom hours — prep schedules, dorm life, weekend activity and dining are all part of what families should evaluate during the campus visit.
Founded in 1969, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
Mussoorie is the catchment for Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School, with most enrolled families living within a 15–20 minute drive of the school gate.
Key facts
- City
- Mussoorie
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 15:1
- Campus area
- 85 Acres
- School timings
- 9:00 AM TO 3:40 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel, Smart Classes
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at GNFCS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
- 1Fill application form —
- 2Document verification at school —
Fees at GNFCS
Annual tuition fees at Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary 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
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is affiliated to ICSE / CISCE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at GNFCS
- Medical Room
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- Smart Classes
- Wifi
- Art and Craft
Parent reviews
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 3 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is located at Shangri - La,S. Mehtab Singh Road, Mussoorie, Dehradun, Mussoorie – 248122. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
Hostel & Boarding
Boys' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Girls' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Food & dining
- details
- <p><span style="background-color-removed:transparent;color-removed:#000000;">Both vegetarian and eggetarian meals are provided. </span><span style="color-removed:#000000;">Fresh vegetarian food with eggs, minimum 2500 - 3000 kcal per day. Non-veg is served occasionally at school functions.</span></p>
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