New 10th, 12th Board Exams Policy
The new policy is part of the National Education Policy (NEP) introduced in 2020. The New Curriculum Framework (NCF) announced by the Ministry of Education in August last year includes holding board examinations at least twice a year. This approach is intended to provide students with sufficient time and opportunities to perform well.
Students to Get Option of Appearing in 10th, 12th Board Exams Twice from 2025
In a significant move aimed at reducing academic stress, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced that students will have the option to appear for 10th and 12th class board examinations twice a year from the academic session 2025-26.