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New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the eligibility criteria for the Class 10 and 12 board exams for the 2026-27 academic year. According to the new rules, students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance to be eligible to appear for the exams. The board has also specified that all subjects must be studied for two full academic years. Furthermore, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, internal assessments are now a compulsory and integral part of the curriculum for all subjects offered by the CBSE. In a circular released today, the CBSE emphasised that internal assessments are a two-year process, not a one-time event. Students who miss regular classes and are unable to complete these assessments will be designated as an 'Essential Repeat', even if they are officially registered. The announcement reiterates the CBSE's stance that Classes 10 and 12 are structured as two-year programmes, with content from Classes 9-10 and 11-12. The board also clarified the rules for choosing extra subjects. Class 10 students can select up to two additional subjects in addition to the five compulsory ones, while Class 12 students can choose one. These subjects must be studied for two academic years. The CBSE has also warned schools against offering subjects for which they lack qualified teachers, laboratories, or official approval, stating that students will not be permitted to take these subjects. According to the official statement, students in Class 10 can choose up to two additional subjects on top of their five compulsory ones. For students in Class 12, only one additional subject can be selected. In both cases, these subjects must be studied for a period of two years. Furthermore, the statement clarifies that if a school has not secured the necessary approval from the CBSE, or lacks essential facilities such as qualified teachers and laboratories for a specific subject, students will not be permitted to take it as either a main or an additional subject.
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) YouTuber Samay Raina appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) in Delhi on Tuesday, months after he was summoned in connection with allegedly offensive and sexist content aired during his show "India's Got Latent", officials said. Raina was also among the five social media influencers who appeared before the Supreme Court in a case seeking action against them for ridiculing persons suffering from disabilities. Raina submitted his statement in response to the allegations to NCW officials. Officials said further steps will be considered after reviewing his ...Read More >
The Maharashtra State Board has released the 2026 exam schedules for Class 10 and Class 12. HSC written exams are from February 10 to March 18, 2026. SSC written exams are from February 20 to March 18, 2026. Practical and internal assessments will occur earlier. Students can download the timetable from the official website. The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has announced the official timetable for the 2026 board examinations for both HSC (Class 12) ...Read More >
RBSE 12th Result LIVE: The Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (RBSE/BSER) has announced the RBSE Rajasthan Board 12th Result 2026 date and time. The Rajasthan Board Class 12 results will be announced at 10 am on March 31, 2026. The Class 12 board results, when announced, can be checked by candidates on the official website of RBSE at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in. Candidates can also check their Class 12 results on the HT Portal Education page. They will have to pre-register on the portal fo ...Read More >
Chandigarh: The Central Board of Secondary Education's decision to conduct Class 10 board exams twice a year from 2026 has drawn mixed reactions from school heads in Chandigarh. While many educators see the move as a progressive step towards reducing exam-related stress and giving students more flexibility, concerns are being raised about how schools will cope with the added logistical and academic pressures.Under the new system, all students will appear for the main board exam in Feb-March, covering the full syllabus. A second, optional session will be held around May, where students will hav ...Read More >
Noida: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has approved a twice-board exams policy from 2026, but most schools in Noida don't see it as a wise move. Principals noted that the two-exam policy will pose a challenge to the academic calendar. The main or first examinations will begin from mid-Feb while the second examination will be held in May. So, teachers will be engaged in evaluations and invigilation from Feb-June, leaving limited time for regular academics, according to principals."The introduction of two board exams warrants a very honest scrutiny. While the NEP mandates implementin ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday launched artificial intelligence and computational thinking curriculum for classes 3 to 8. The minister said the launch of the curriculum will formally introduces structured AI education into the school ecosystem. "The launch of this curriculum marks a transformative step towards future-ready learning at the start of the academic year. This initiative formally introduces structured AI education into the school ecosystem at scale," Pradhan said at the launch. "Backed by structured modules, comprehensive teacher h ...Read More >
New Delhi: If your child is a Class 10 examinee under the CBSE Board, the wait for the results is finally coming to an end. Students, in any case, have been waiting for their examination results with great anticipation. Once again, the Class 10 results are expected to be excellent. Should any student fail, the option of a compartment examination will remain open to them. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to declare the results between May 10 and May 15, 2026. Once the results are declared, students can visit the official website to check their examination outcomes -- ...Read More >
Nagpur: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a detailed public notice outlining eligibility conditions for students appearing in Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. The clarification stresses on the two-year course structure, mandatory attendance, and importance of internal assessment under the National Education Policy 2020.According to the board, Class 10 and Class 12 are two-year programmes covering Class 9 and Class 11, respectively. Students must study all subjects for two years to qualify for the final examination. A minimum of 75% attendance has been made com ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday launched a CBSE curriculum on Computational Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for students of Classes 3 to 8, to be introduced from the 2026-27 academic session. The initiative, themed "AI for Education, AI in Education", aims to build foundational digital and analytical skills among young learners by integrating future-ready competencies at an early stage. The launch event in New Delhi was attended by Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary, along with senior officials from the ...Read More >
Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 5 (ANI): Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that the state government is prioritising quality education for students, and quality teachers are being recruited through the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET). Saha also informed that more recruitments will be made in the future. Also Read | Centre Notifies Waqf Management Rules 2025; Portal, Database, Audit of Waqf Properties. "Textbook education can never be the standard of life. One can become morally strong through education. Along with education, children should also be engaged in social work," he said. CM ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced major curriculum reforms for Classes 9 and 10, set to be implemented from the 2026-27 academic session. The move aims to curb the rising trend of dummy schools and reduce students' dependence on coaching institutes by strengthening school-based learning. Under the revamped structure, CBSE plans to integrate competitive exam preparation such as JEE and NEET within the school system itself, making classroom learning more practical and aligned with real-world requirements. The reforms are aligned with the vision of the Nat ...Read More >
Haryana Board Result 2026: Students of the Haryana Board's Class 10 and 12 are eagerly awaiting their results. In accordance with the National Education Policy, the HBSE will conduct the Class 10 and 12 board examinations twice this year. Students who appeared for the February-March session of the Haryana Board exams -- and are not satisfied with their marks -- will have the opportunity to apply to take the examination a second time. The application link for this purpose will be activated here starting April 4. The deadline to apply is April 10, 2026. Students can register by visiting the offi ...Read More >
The last date to apply is April 18, 2026. Students can apply for admission in intermediate courses of Arts/Science/Commerce/Agriculture/Vocational in different schools and colleges through an online Common Application Form (CAF) available on the official website. IIT Madras Admission 2026: MTech, MSc and MA programs application process begins, apply link here 1. Visit the official website of OFSS Bihar at ofssbihar.net. 2. Click on OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2026 registration link available on ...Read More >
Assam HSLC Result 2026 Live: To pass the exam, students must secure at least 30% marks in each subject. Assam HSLC Result 2026 Live Updates: The Secondary Education Board, Assam (SEBA) is set to declare the HSLC Result 2026 on April 10, officials confirmed. While the exact time has not been announced, the results are expected around 10 am or 11 am. The declaration will be made by the state education minister at a press conference. Following the announcement, students will be able to access their results through the official websites, sebaonline.org and resultsassam.nic.in. The result will al ...Read More >
Bihar Board Exam Date 2025: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is expected to announce the exam dates for Matric (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) board exams soon. The official exam schedule will be released on the BSEB website, biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in, and shared on social media platforms like Facebook and X (Twitter). Last year, the Bihar board announced the final exam dates for both Matric and Intermediate classes on December 4. In 2024, the Class 10 exams were conducted from February 15 to 23, while the Class 12 exams took place from February 1 to 12. Class 12 exams were ...Read More >
New Delhi: Nearly half of the students surveyed in Delhi's higher education institutions use Artificial Intelligence tools several times a week, with 23% reporting daily use and 21% using them several times a month. AI was used most frequently for research, with 84% saying they rely on AI for academic purposes, followed by writing at 76% and learning complex subjects at 68%.However, barriers to adoption remain significant, with 47% attributing limited AI use to lack of awareness and 45% citing limited knowledge on how to use them effectively. The findings are part of a new study by the Centre ...Read More >
SMPL New Delhi [India], March 31: Preparing for school exams becomes much easier when students have the right practice material. Question banks are one of the best tools for this because they provide all types of questions in one place. The latest CBSE question banks by Oswaal Books for Classes 9 to 12 are designed in a simple and clear way so that students can understand concepts, practice regularly, and score better marks in exams. What are CBSE Question Banks? CBSE question banks are books that contain a large number of practice questions from each chapter. These questions are based on ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 1: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday launched a CBSE curriculum on Computational Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for students of Classes 3 to 8, to be introduced from the 2026-27 academic session. The initiative, themed "AI for Education, AI in Education", aims to build foundational digital and analytical skills among young learners by integrating future-ready competencies at an early stage. The launch event in New Delhi was attended by Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Educ ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has rolled out its new curriculum, launching a phased implementation of the three-language formula from class 6 and a two-level system of mathematics and science for class 9 starting in the 2026-27 academic session. While the three-language formula mandated under the new National Education Policy (NEP) will be implemented from 2026 for class 6, introduction of the two-level system of mandatory standard and optional advanced courses in mathematics and science will be done for class 9. "Languages are organised through a struct ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a revised curriculum framework to be implemented in phases from the 2026-27 academic session. The key changes include the rollout of the three-language policy from Class 6 -- set to be fully implemented by 2030 and the introduction of a two-level system for mathematics and science in Class 9. Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP), the framework mandates that students from Class 6 study three languages, with at least two being Indian languages, as recommended by the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). The move a ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Delhi University has issued a notification allowing students enrolled under the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) to exit the course after completing the third year with a degree, marking a major step in the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The official notification issued on Thursday states that students who have successfully completed six semesters (three years) under the UG Curriculum Framework 2022 are eligible to exit with a three-year degree - a general degree for multi-core discipline programmes or an Honours degree for single-core discipline ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that students appearing for the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams in 2026 will be required to maintain at least 75% attendance to be eligible for results. This new rule, outlined in a circular released on September 15, 2025, links attendance directly to internal assessments, making it a key criterion for result declaration. CBSE stated internal assessments are not a one-time event but an ongoing process throughout the two academic years. The assessments, which include class participation, periodic tests, projects and oth ...Read More >
JAMMU, Mar 30: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today directed the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) authorities to take firm action against Private schools indulging in arbitrary fee hikes and found violating prescribed norms or imposing unjustified financial burdens on parents. The Education Minister passed on these directions while chairing a comprehensive review meeting at Civil Secretariat here to assess the performance, administrative functioning and ongoing academic reforms of JKBOSE. The meeting was attended by Comm ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has unveiled a significant curriculum overhaul that will gradually introduce a compulsory third language in the Class 10 board examinations by 2031. Beginning with the 2026-27 academic session, students from Class 6 onwards will be required to study an additional language, marking a major shift in school education. The move aligns with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which promotes multilingual learning up to Class 10. Currently, students study only two languages, but the new framework aims to expand l ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has rolled out its new curriculum, launching a phased implementation of the three-language formula from Class 6 and a two-level system of mathematics and science for Class 9 starting in the 2026-27 academic session, officials said on Friday. While the three-language formula mandated under the new national education policy (NEP) will be implemented from 2026 for Class 6, introduction of the two-level system of mandatory standard and optional advanced courses in mathematics and science will be done for Class 9. "Languages are organised ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has reconstituted its curriculum committee after being rapped by the Supreme Court of India over a section on "corruption in the judiciary" in a now-withdrawn Class 8 Social Science textbook, officials said on Wednesday. The high-powered, 20-member National Syllabus and Teaching Learning Material Committee (NSTC) includes V Kamakoti, Director of the Indian Institute of Technology Madras; Raghuvendra Tanwar, Chairman of the Indian Council of Historical Research; former Vice-Chancellor of the Nat ...Read More >
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is expected to release the Class 10 and 12 exam timetable for 2025 this week. Students can access the date sheet on the official website, biharboardonline.gov.in. BSEB 10th, 12th Datesheet 2025: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is likely to release the Class 10 (Matric) and Class 12 (Intermediate) exam schedule for 2025 in the coming days. According to reports, the timetable could be announced this week. Last year, the board released the exam sc ...Read More >
Mumbai: Upset by the city police's alleged pressure to remove loudspeakers from mosques, some mosques in the city have found a solution through the introduction of a dedicated mobile Azaan app to relay call to prayers five times a day, directly to the worshippers.Globally, Muslim citizens, including those in the US, the UK, Saudi Arabia and UAE, use Azaan apps to get notification for Azaan time for the masjid located in specific areas.Developed by a group of volunteers in Tamil Nadu , the online azaan app has been in use in TN for over three years. "Most people go out to work and their place o ...Read More >
Ranchi: Thousands of students in the state, who have passed their matriculation exam this year, are staring at an uncertain future as the admission process to intermediate courses across 42 affiliated colleges in Jharkhand remain stalled. Over 27,000 such students are now facing the heat as the state school education and literacy department's directive to shift them to the nearest Plus Two schools or inter colleges is yet to be implemented.The crisis stemmed from the National Education Policy (NEP) directives to discontinue intermediate education in Classes XI and XII in degree colleges from t ...Read More >
New Delhi: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay, and grow. That India is taking AI seriously was never in doubt. Now, the policy to catch them young and make them learn has been unveiled. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a structured curriculum on Computational Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for classes III to VIII. Union Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the curriculum at Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan on Wednesday. Aimed at building AI-readiness among students from an early age, the curriculum recommends 50 hours annually for class ...Read More >