The Urdu Education Board is a recognized board and is valid for central government jobs. It has been declared a legal entity and minority educational institution by the National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions, Government of India.

The board is also recognized by various government institutions, universities, and international organizations, including:

- Government of NCT of Delhi

- International Accreditation Organization (IAO), USA

- International Association for Distance Learning (IADL), UK

- Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education

- Bihar State Madrasa Education Board

The Urdu Education Board is also listed among the valid boards in India by the Council of Boards of School Education (COBSE).

Therefore, the Urdu Education Board is a real and recognized board, and its certificates are valid for central government jobs.