IB Board (IBO)
Route des Morillons 15, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland
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Route des Morillons 15, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland
🏅Approved by : International Baccalaureate Organization, Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
📅Est Year: 1968 | Gender Accepted: Co-Ed
The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) is an international education foundation that offers globally recognised programmes for students aged 3 to 19. Established to provide a holistic and inquiry-based learning approach, the IB curriculum focuses on critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and real-world application of knowledge.
The IB system includes four main programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). Among these, the IB Diploma Programme (DP) is widely recognised as equivalent to Class 12 and is accepted by universities worldwide.
IB schools follow a learner-centric curriculum that emphasises research, conceptual understanding, and continuous assessment rather than rote learning, preparing students for global higher education pathways.
IB Board Highlights
Responsibilities of IB Board
The IB organization ensures quality global education through:
Designing inquiry-based and concept-driven curriculum
Conducting assessments for IB programmes (MYP, DP, CP)
Promoting international-mindedness and global perspectives
Emphasising research, projects, and internal assessments
Training educators through IB-certified professional development
Maintaining global standards for affiliated IB World Schools
Expected Duration: May 2026
Exam Format: eAssessments + Internal Assessments
Major Subject Groups Include:
Language & Literature
Language Acquisition
Sciences
Mathematics
Individuals & Societies
Design
Arts
Physical & Health Education
Expected Duration: May 2026 (Final Exams)
Exam Timings: As per global IB schedule (varies by subject)
Subject Groups Covered:
Studies in Language & Literature
Language Acquisition
Individuals & Societies
Sciences
Mathematics
The Arts
Admission to IB World Schools is managed individually by each institution:
Application Process
Forms available through school websites or campus admissions office
Submission of Documents
Submit academic records and required documents
Interaction / Assessment
Schools may conduct interviews, assessments, or student interactions
Fee Payment
Selected students must confirm admission by paying fees
Must have completed the previous level of education
Must meet age criteria defined by the IB programme
Admission depends on school-specific policies and seat availability
Birth Certificate
Previous Academic Records
Transfer Certificate (if applicable)
ID Proof / Passport
Passport-size Photographs
The IB curriculum is structured around interdisciplinary learning, skill development, and global awareness.
DP (Diploma Programme)
The IB follows a points-based grading system rather than percentage-based evaluation.
Each subject is graded on a scale of 1 to 7
The IB Diploma Programme is scored out of 45 points
Core components (TOK & EE) contribute additional points
Internal and external assessments both contribute to final grades
Minimum 24 points required to earn the IB Diploma
Must meet subject-specific and core component requirements
IB Result Statistics
IB Diploma Programme (for the November 2025 session)
Note: IB does not publicly release India-specific aggregated data like national boards; global trends are used.
IB is considered more rigorous due to its research-based learning and continuous assessment structure.
Route des Morillons 15, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, Geneva, Switzerland