Est. 1926  ·  Dehradun, India  ·  ICSE Affiliated

Best Boys Boarding
School in Dehradun

Where boys become Leaders for Life.

100
Years of Legacy
ICSE
Affiliated Board
Gr. 4–12
Boys Boarding
NDA · JEE · NEET
On-Campus Coaching

Admissions Open
2026-27

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Our Proud Legacy

Notable Alumni of CBS

From Bollywood legends to Prime Ministers — Col Brown has shaped India's finest for over a century.

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Raj Kapoor
Actor & Film Director
Raj Kapoor
Randhir Kapoor
Actor & Film Producer
Randhir Kapoor
Virbhadra Singh
Ex CM, Himachal Pradesh
Virbhadra Singh
VP Singh
Ex Prime Minister of India
V.P. Singh
Lt. General Deependra Singh
Lieutenant General
Lt. Gen. Deependra Singh
Meiyang Chang
Actor & Television Host
Meiyang Chang

"We joined as boys and left as men." — CBS Alumnus

Why Parents Choose CBS

Your Son Will Leave
Transformed — Not Just Educated

We don't prepare boys for exams. We prepare them for everything that comes after.

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Discipline That Builds Character

Our structured daily routine — from reveille to lights-out — instils self-regulation, punctuality and responsibility that stay with a boy for life.

"My son made his bed every day before I asked him to." — CBS Parent
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Academic Rigour Without Pressure

Experienced ICSE faculty who teach the how and why — not just the what — producing genuinely curious thinkers, not rote-learners.

On-campus NEET, JEE & NDA coaching included.
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Leadership Cultivated Daily

Prefectorial system, house competitions, student councils — every boy gets a chance to lead, fail safely, and rise stronger.

Alumni leading armed forces, business & public service.
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Sports as a Serious Pursuit

Over 20 sports disciplines with certified coaches on a world-class Dehradun campus. Sport here shapes resilience, not just fitness.

State & national level athletes produced every year.
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Arts, Music & Expression

Dedicated studios for music, drama, debate and fine arts ensure your son discovers who he is beyond textbooks.

Confident communicators from Day 1 of college.
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A Safe Second Home

Expert housemasters, trained matrons, 24×7 medical support and a caring residential community that watches over every child.

Parents report peace of mind from Day 1.
Col Brown Cambridge School campus Boarding life at Col Brown
100 Years of Excellence
About the School

A Century of Shaping
India's Finest Men

Founded in March 1926 by Col. William Brown for Indian boys of every background, Colonel Brown Cambridge School stands today as one of India's most respected ICSE boarding schools — drawing students from across the subcontinent and beyond.

We believe a truly educated young man is more than his marks. He is honest, resilient, curious and compassionate. Every policy, programme and tradition at CBS is designed with that end in mind.

1926
Year Founded
Gr 4–12
All Levels
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Our Differentiators

What Sets CBS Apart from Every Other Boarding School in Dehradun

There are many schools in the Valley. There is only one Colonel Brown.

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Nearly 100 Years of Trust

No other boarding school in Dehradun can claim a century of unbroken educational tradition. Our legacy is your son's credential.

02

Integrated Career Coaching

NEET, JEE and NDA coaching delivered on-campus by specialist faculty — no external institutes, no extra commute, no disruption to boarding life.

03

Small Batches, Individual Attention

Deliberately limited class sizes ensure every teacher knows every student by name — and knows exactly where they need to grow.

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Open to All — Not Just the Elite

Col. Brown's founding principle was inclusivity. We welcome boys of every caste, creed and background, creating a microcosm of India's diversity.

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Alumni Network Across Sectors

From army generals to IAS officers to entrepreneurs — a CBS old boy never walks alone. Our alumni open doors that marks alone cannot.

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Himalayan Setting — Focused Learning

Our Dehradun campus is an environment designed for concentration, health and growth — away from city distraction, close to nature's discipline.

Feature Col Brown Cambridge School Typical Dehradun Boarding School
Founded 1926 — 99 Years Old Post-1980s
On-campus JEE/NEET/NDA ✓ Fully Integrated Rarely / External
Board ICSE / ISC Varies
Admission inclusivity All backgrounds welcome Often selective by social class
Alumni network Military, IAS, Corporate Limited
Academics & Beyond

Brilliant Minds,
Complete Human Beings

We hold both ambitions simultaneously — and refuse to trade one for the other.

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Academic Programmes

  • —ICSE (Class X) & ISC (Class XII)
  • —Science, Commerce & Humanities streams
  • —On-campus JEE Main & Advanced coaching
  • —On-campus NEET-UG preparation
  • —On-campus NDA & Armed Forces entry coaching
  • —Concept-led teaching — not rote memorisation
  • —Regular diagnostic assessments & mentoring
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Co-Curricular Life

  • —Music, drama, fine arts and literary clubs
  • —Annual cultural festivals and inter-house competitions
  • —Debate, MUN and public speaking
  • —Environmental and community service programmes
  • —Photography, filmmaking and digital arts
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Sports & Athletics

  • —Cricket, Football, Hockey, Basketball, Badminton
  • —Swimming, Athletics and Cross-Country
  • —Table Tennis, Chess, Squash
  • —Adventure activities: trekking & outdoor pursuits
  • —State-level competition pathways
"We teach boys the how and the why of every concept — not just the what. A CBS graduate doesn't just answer questions; he asks the right ones."
Our Academic Philosophy
🔬 Science Stream JEE · NEET
📊 Commerce Stream CA · MBA Foundation
📜 Humanities Stream IAS · Law · Journalism
🎖 NDA Pathway Armed Forces Entry
Boarding & Residential Life

Your Son Will Be Safe,
Supervised — and Loved

The biggest decision is leaving him behind. We make sure he never feels that way.

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Residential Houses

Comfortable, well-maintained dormitories with designated study hours, personal storage and a strong house identity.

  • ✓Dedicated Housemasters per house
  • ✓Trained residential matrons
  • ✓Regular room & hygiene inspections
  • ✓Clean bedding, laundry services
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Health & Medical Care

A resident medical officer and infirmary on campus ensure your son receives prompt attention whenever needed.

  • ✓24×7 infirmary access
  • ✓Resident medical officer
  • ✓Tie-up with Dehradun hospitals
  • ✓Parents notified immediately
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Nutrition & Meals

Balanced, nutritious meals served in a supervised dining hall — designed for growing boys with active lives.

  • ✓4 meals daily — breakfast to dinner
  • ✓Supervised dining hall
  • ✓Dietary needs accommodated
  • ✓Clean kitchen with hygiene audits
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Safety & Supervision

Our campus is a secure, monitored environment — so your son can focus on becoming, not just surviving.

  • ✓24×7 campus security
  • ✓CCTV surveillance
  • ✓Structured daily schedule
  • ✓Disciplinary code & pastoral care
Parent & Student Voices

Heard From the People
Who Matter Most

★★★★★
CBS is more than a school — it is a value system. My son arrived as a shy twelve-year-old. Four years later, he stood on stage as Head Prefect and delivered a speech that left the audience silent. Discipline and academics here are excellent, but it is the character that CBS builds which I will always be grateful for.
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Lt. Col. Ravi Tyagi (Retd.)
Father of Yug Tyagi, Class VII
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I was worried sick the first time I dropped my son at the gates. Within two months, he was calling me excitedly about the inter-house cricket final — not homesick, but thriving. The housemasters and matrons are extraordinary. CBS gave my child a second family.
RK
Rishikesh Kumar Singh
Father of Abhinav (Cl. X) & Vaibhav (Cl. VIII)
★★★★★
At CBS, my son learned that excelling at academics and being a good human being are not competing goals — they are one and the same. The faculty sweats the details. The environment is warm but structured. Sending both my boys here is the best decision I have made as a parent.
MN
Parent of Manal Nautiyal
Class IX, Boarding Student

"The nurturing environment, dedicated teachers, and well-established facilities at Col. Brown help students grow both academically and personally — a true home away from home."

— Parent of Aayan (Cl. XI) & Sufyan (Cl. IX)

Common Questions

Everything Parents Ask
Before Saying Yes

What is the fee structure for boarding? +
The annual boarding and tuition fee is structured to cover all essential residential services — accommodation, meals, laundry, medical support and co-curricular activities. To receive the current detailed fee schedule, please submit your enquiry above or call +91 63951 14363. Our Admissions team will share the fee structure privately with no obligation.
How does the school ensure my son's safety on campus? +
CBS operates a 24×7 supervised residential campus. Each house has a dedicated Housemaster and a trained Matron who live on-campus. A resident Medical Officer runs the school infirmary. The campus has security personnel and CCTV coverage. Parents are notified immediately in any situation, and regular parent-teacher communication is a structural part of boarding life.
Which board does Col Brown Cambridge School follow? +
CBS is affiliated to the ICSE board. Students appear for ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII) examinations — widely recognised as one of India's most rigorous and respected school-level boards, accepted by universities globally.
What does a typical day in boarding look like? +
A CBS day begins with morning PT and assembly, moves through academic classes, activity periods, sports, supervised prep (study hall) in the evening, and ends with house time before lights-out. The structured routine is intentional — routine creates discipline, and discipline creates freedom. Boys know exactly what to expect, and thrive within that structure.
Does the school offer coaching for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, or NDA? +
Yes — CBS is one of the few boarding schools in Dehradun to offer fully integrated, on-campus coaching for JEE Main & Advanced, NEET-UG, and NDA entrance examinations. These sessions are conducted by specialist faculty without disrupting the regular academic timetable or boarding routine.
Can we visit the campus before applying? +
Absolutely. We strongly encourage campus visits — nothing conveys the CBS experience like walking through our grounds, meeting the housemasters, and speaking with our Admissions team in person. You can also request a virtual tour if you're travelling from outside Dehradun. Submit your enquiry above and we'll schedule your visit at a time that suits you.
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