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+
+## Required pipeline configuration **(PREMIUM ONLY)**
+
+GitLab administrators can force a pipeline configuration to run on every
+pipeline.
+
+The configuration applies to all pipelines for a GitLab instance and is 
+sourced from:
+
+- The [instance template repository](instance_template_repository.md).
+- GitLab-supplied configuration.
+
+To set required pipeline configuration:
+
+1. Go to **Admin area > Settings > CI/CD**.
+1. Expand the **Required pipeline configuration** section.
+1. Select the required configuration from the provided dropdown.
+1. Click **Save changes**.
+
+![Required pipeline](img/admin_required_pipeline.png)
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