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CBSE Proposes Two Class 10 Board Exams Annually Starting 2026

The draft policy aims to reduce student stress and offer flexibility, with feedback from stakeholders invited until March 9, 2025.

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CBSE 10th exams twice a year: What happens if draft scheme is implemented (Photo for representation)
Representational image: The CBSE has announced that all regional languages will be offers in the 10th board exam for the session of 2025-2026.
The first and second editions of the board exams will also act as supplementary exams.

Overview

  • The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a draft policy proposing two Class 10 board exams each year starting in 2026, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
  • Students will have the option to appear in the second exam to improve their scores, with the better score reflected in the final marksheet.
  • The policy maintains the current subject offerings, including all regional and foreign languages, after initial concerns about exclusions were clarified.
  • Practical exams or internal assessments will be conducted only once per year, while theory exams will be held twice.
  • Stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and students, can submit feedback on the draft until March 9, 2025, after which the policy will be finalized and examination bye-laws amended.