Principals Share Mixed Views on CBSE's Two-Phase Exam Plan for Class 10
- The Central Board of Secondary Education will conduct Class 10 exams twice a year starting in 2026, with the first phase in February and the second phase in May for improvement attempts.
- CBSE plans to include Punjabi as a regional language option, allowing more choices for students.
- Approximately 26.60 lakh students are expected to take the Class 10 exams, with results released in two phases in April and June, aiming to streamline evaluation processes.
- CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj stated that conducting exams twice a year will help reduce stress and promote a joyful learning environment.
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Principals share mixed views on CBSE's two-phase exam plan for Class 10
Principals share mixed views on CBSE's two-phase exam plan for Class 10
"Much-Needed Step": Education Minister On CBSE's New Class 10 Exam Format
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday lauded CBSE's decision to conduct class 10 exams twice a year as a "much-needed step" and said it would reduce stress, provide more flexibility and foster a joyful learning environment.
CBSE Class 10 board exams to be held twice a year starting 2026, best score to be retained
In a significant move, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to conduct Class 10 exams twice a year starting in 2026. According to the officials, the first phase of the exam, which will be conducted in February, will be mandatory for Class 10 students, while the second phase exam, scheduled in May, will be optional for students who wish to improve their performance. The internal assessment will be conducted only once durin…
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CBSE Class 10th Board Exams Twice a Year from 2026: Key Changes Announced
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a major reform in the CBSE Class 10th board examination pattern. Starting from the academic year 2026, CBSE will conduct Class 10th board exams twice a year to reduce student stress and provide more chances for better performance.
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