As students spend more time online for learning, communication, and entertainment, the need for cyber safety has become more important than ever. To address growing cyber threats, the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched a nationwide campaign to promote cybercrime awareness and cyber hygiene among students, teachers, and parents.
This becomes more important with the recent CBSE complaint over cyber attacks on post-result services portal.
CBSE schools are encouraged to actively participate in this initiative and help create a safer digital environment for their school communities.
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Why Cyber Awareness Matters
While financial cyber frauds continue to be a concern, children are increasingly vulnerable to online risks such as:
- Online grooming
- Cyberbullying
- Identity theft
- Online harassment
As young learners engage more with digital platforms, it is essential to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to stay safe online. Schools play a vital role in educating students about responsible digital behaviour and common cyber threats.
Key Activities Recommended to Schools
Encourage Participation in the Cyber Hygiene Certificate Course
I4C has developed a short Cyber Hygiene Certificate Course of approximately 2.5 hours. The course is available on the official home page of I4C website.
Circulation of a Cyber Safety Pledge
Schools may circulate a Cyber Safety Pledge among students for parental signature and submission.
The pledge promotse:
- Safe online practices
- Responsible social media usage
- Good cyber hygiene habits
Cyber Awareness Resources for Parents and Students
Schools are advised to display cyber awareness advisories through parent portals and communication channels.
Useful resources include:
- A cybercrime awareness comic book for children developed by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- The 2.5-hour online Cyber Hygiene Course.
- The Cyber Awareness ‘Snake & Ladder’ game.
Note: The above mentioned resources are available on official I4C page.
- Social media handle ‘Cyberdost’ developed and maintained by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Available on any prominent social media page.
These resources are designed to make cyber safety learning engaging and accessible for both students and parents.
Establish Cyber Clubs in Schools
CBSE schools are advised to form Cyber Clubs to conduct regular cyber awareness programmes.
Schools may organise monthly activities such as:
- Speeches
- Quizzes
- Poster-making competitions
- Pledge drives
- Debates
- Cyber awareness sessions
Schools must also conduct awareness sessions on the first Wednesday of every month, observed as Cyber Jagrookta Diwas.
These activities can help students become more informed and responsible digital citizens.
Integrate Cyber Safety into School Culture
Schools are encouraged to make cyber awareness an ongoing part of school life by integrating it into:
- Annual school events
- Parent-teacher interactions
- Teacher engagement programmes
- Special awareness campaigns
This wider outreach can help reinforce cyber safety practices across the entire school community.
Share Cyber Safety Information Widely
Schools are also encouraged to disseminate cyber safety Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials through:
- School websites
- Social media platforms
- Digital notice boards
- Mobile applications
- School newsletters
- Other communication channels
Free resources such as advisories, posters, videos, booklets, and multilingual awareness materials are available through the I4C platform.
Important Links
Conclusion
Cyber safety is a shared responsibility. Through awareness, education, and active participation, schools can empower students, teachers, and parents to recognise cyber threats and adopt safe online practices.
CBSE schools are encouraged to take part in this important national initiative and help build a digitally aware, cyber-secure future for all.
Source
Official Notice by CBSE, 09 June, 2026: Click here to read.
Kindly note that any and all information is subject to change as per CBSE, the Education Ministry, and the Government of India.
