Tamil Nadu’s education landscape is set for a massive event, with over 17 lakh students gearing up for Class 10 and 12 board exams. The School Education Department has swung into high gear, promising a transparent and efficient conduct amid heightened preparations.
School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozi led a crucial review session with top officials, scrutinizing logistics to preempt any malpractices. This proactive stance underscores the state’s commitment to integrity.
Breaking down the numbers: 8,27,475 candidates for Class 12, 9,09,002 for Class 10, and 25,051 for supplementary Class 11 exams—including 5,944 private entrants. These figures highlight the scale of this annual academic milestone.
Mark your calendars—Class 12 exams run from March 2 to 26, followed by Class 10 from March 11 to April 6. Even prison walls can’t stop learning, as 281 inmates wrote Class 12 and 395 Class 10 papers last year.
Daily deployment of 49,000 teachers ensures smooth functioning, backed by 4,900+ flying squads vigilant against cheating. Learning from previous issues, a new scribe policy introduces trained volunteers, freeing teachers for oversight and blocking misuse.
Accountancy students rejoice: non-programmable calculators are now allowed. Private candidates face stricter checks via Aadhaar verification, confining exams to local districts.
The minister nodded to calls for CCTV cameras, signaling a tech-savvy future. These reforms—from better monitoring to inclusive measures—position Tamil Nadu to ace fair and efficient board exams by 2026, empowering the next generation.