Board of Open Schooling & Skill Education
The Board of Open Schooling & Skill Education (BOSSE) focuses on providing open schooling and skill development opportunities. BOSSE offers individuals seeking education outside traditional classrooms a flexible learning environment. It aims to bridge the gap between education and industry requirements by emphasizing skill development and vocational training. BOSSE designs its curriculum to equip students with practical skills and knowledge, enhancing their employability and career prospects. Through its open schooling initiatives, BOSSE offers educational programs at various levels, including secondary and senior secondary education, as well as vocational courses. BOSSE actively promotes inclusive education and empowers learners to pursue educational aspirations while balancing other commitments.
Programs Offered by BOSSE
BOSSE, designs and offers a diverse range of programs to provide quality education and promote career-oriented skills. BOSSE programs prioritize practical learning and vocational subjects, aiming to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their chosen fields.
Secondary Programme
The Secondary Certificate is equal to the Xth standard, and admission to the Secondary Programme requires a minimum age of 14 years by 31st August for the April-May exam and by 28/29 February for the October-November exam. Learners have the freedom to choose subjects and combinations, with the requirement of including at least one language. Refer to the provided BOSSE List of Subjects to make your selection.
List of Subjects for Academic Courses
| Group A (Language Subjects) | Group B (Non Language Subjects) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Code |
Subjects |
Code |
Subjects |
|
101 |
Hindi |
201 |
Mathematics* |
- Learners must select a total of five subjects, including a minimum of one and a maximum of two Language Subjects from Group A, while choosing the remaining subjects from Group B, in order to comply with the requirements.
- Two additional subjects can be taken from either of the two groups with additional fees as per BOSSE norms.
- The subjects marked with an asterisk* include both theory and practical
Fee Structure
| Details | Fees |
|---|---|
|
Code |
Subjects |
|
Registration Fees |
Rs. 1000/-(For Five years) |
|
Programme Fees For 5 Subject For each additional subject |
Rs. 6000 Rs. 1200 |
|
Practical Fee per subject (for subjects with Practicals) |
Rs. 300/- |
|
Examination Fee (Per Subject) |
Rs. 300/- |
|
Additional Fees For Practical exam |
Rs. 180 per subject |
Note: The admission fee does not include the examination fees. The examination fees must be paid separately within the specified dates. 50% fee concession is admissible to the candidates with bonafide domicile of Sikkim on Programme Fee. BOSSE at its sole discretion can offer scholarship to the meritorious learners.
Pass/Certification Criteria
| Passing Criteria in Individual Subjects | Cerfication Criteria |
|---|---|
|
In order to meet the minimum requirements, students need to achieve a minimum of 33% marks in the aggregate of Theory and Practical components. The Theory component includes continuous assessment, which carries a weightage of 20%. The mark sheet will display the marks obtained through continuous assessment in a separate column. |
To successfully pass, students must clear a minimum of five subjects, with at least one language subject being included among them. |
Senior Secondary Programme
The XIIth standard is the equivalent of the Senior Secondary Programme. Eligible individuals who have successfully passed their Secondary examination can enroll in the Sr. Secondary Programme offered by BOSSE. A self-attested copy of the Secondary Certificate must be provided by all applicants. The selection of subjects and combinations is unrestricted, except for the mandatory requirement of choosing at least one language. Learners have the freedom to select their subjects from the provided BOSSE List of Subjects below:
List of Subjects for Academic Courses
| Group A (Language Subjects) | Group B (Non Language Subjects) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Code |
Subjects |
Code |
Subjects |
|
301 |
Hindi |
401 |
Mathematics* |
Fee Structure
| Details | Fees |
|---|---|
|
Code |
Subjects |
|
Registration Fees |
Rs. 1000/-(For Five years) |
|
Programme Fees For 5 Subject For each additional subject |
Rs. 7000 Rs. 1400 |
|
Practical Fee per subject (for subjects with Practicals) |
Rs. 600/- |
|
Examination Fee (Per Subject) |
Rs. 300/- |
|
Additional Fees For Practical exam |
Rs. 180 per subject |
Note: The admission fee does not include the examination fees. The examination fees must be paid separately within the specified dates. 50% fee concession is admissible to the candidates with bonafide domicile of Sikkim on Programme Fee. BOSSE at its sole discretion can offer scholarship to the meritorious learners.
Pass/Certification Criteria
| Passing Criteria in Individual Subjects | Cerfication Criteria |
|---|---|
|
In order to meet the minimum requirements, students need to achieve a minimum of 33% marks in the aggregate of Theory and Practical components. The Theory component includes continuous assessment, which carries a weightage of 20%. The mark sheet will display the marks obtained through continuous assessment in a separate column. |
To successfully pass, students must clear a minimum of five subjects, with at least one language subject being included among them. |
Skill and Vocational Education
All education initiatives recognize the crucial position of Skill and Vocational Education. The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes this aspect to empower our youth, enabling them to achieve economic independence and a dignified livelihood. BOSSE, Sikkim demonstrates its utmost importance towards Skill and Vocational education by including ‘Skill Education’ in the name of the Board alongside ‘Open Schooling.’ This emphasis on Skills enhances the inclusivity and relevance of education. BOSSE’s Skill Education Programme actively aims to produce a skilled and employable middle-level workforce, addressing the issue of unemployment. BOSSE actively strives to offer a wide range of skill-based vocational courses that align with industry requirements, providing better job placement opportunities.
Combination of Vocational Subjects with Academic Subjects
To enhance the effectiveness and career orientation of course curricula, BOSSE offers a combination of vocational and academic subjects. Learners have the option to select their Vocational Subjects from the provided Table below:
List of Vocational Education Courses offered by BOSSE in combination with Academic Courses
| Secondary Level | Senior Secondary Level | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Code |
Subjects |
Code |
Subjects |
|
224 |
Carpentry |
435 |
Secretarial Practice |
About BOSSE
BOSSE focuses on open schooling and skill development, providing opportunities for learners to choose various courses/programs through open and distance learning. BOSSE pass outs enjoy equivalence recognition from AIU, allowing them to pursue higher education and employment both nationally and internationally. Additionally, NIOS recognizes BOSSE as an open schooling board, granting its certificates the same recognition as other national and state-level boards. The offered programs include Secondary, Senior Secondary, and Skill and Vocational Education.
Approvals & Recognitions
BOSSE Awards & Achievements
BOSSE has received several prestigious awards and recognition for its outstanding contributions in the field of open schooling and skill education.
Best Innovative Open School Board in India' at the Asian Education Awards 2022
The BOSSE family celebrated a joyful moment as they were awarded the title of 'Best Innovative Open School Board in India' at the Asian Education Awards 2022 held in Bangkok, Thailand on November 12th, 2022.
Most Promising Open School Board in India: BOSSE
BOSSE's exceptional curriculum, resources, and expert faculty led to it being recognized as the "Most Promising Open School Board in India" at the prestigious ArdorComm Media Group awards in Gurugram on September 30th and October 1st, 2021.
BOSSE Organized National Conference on NEP 2020: Towards India-Centred Holistic Inclusive Quality School Education
BOSSE organized a national conference on its foundation day, focusing on improving open schooling education. Renowned figures, including Dr. Subhas Sarkar and Prof. Saroj Sharma, addressed the conference, highlighting its significance.