The countdown ends for CBSE students nationwide: Class 10 and 12 board exams launch on February 17. Kicking off proceedings, 10th graders face Mathematics Standard and Basic papers, as 12th graders dive into Biotechnology and Entrepreneurship assessments.
Both sessions begin at 10:30 AM, with a hard stop for arrivals at 10:00 AM. CBSE warns of possible disruptions from ongoing national and international events, advising early departures and route checks.
Essential carry-ins: Printed admit card, school ID, blue/black pens, pencils, eraser, scale, and see-through water bottles. Prohibited: All electronics including phones, wearables, calculators; no bags, notes, or study aids.
Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Exam Controller, stresses proactive planning amid traffic risks. Schools must support families and report question paper issues same-day through OCMS. The board flags common pitfalls—wrong emails, delayed vague objections—and mandates precise, portal-based submissions only.
Non-compliant feedback gets no action, ensuring streamlined processes. Fresh directives for 2026 exams reinforce these standards, calling on school heads for cooperation. This structured approach promises transparency as students shape their futures through these high-stakes tests.