Archive · 20 Nov 2025
CBSE Introduces Dual-Exam System for Class 10, Offers Improvement Options
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is introducing a new system for Class 10 students from 2026.
Students will take two board exams each year, with the second exam being optional for those who want to improve their scores.
They can choose their best score from either exam and reattempt up to three subjects in the second exam.
CBSE held a webinar to explain the changes to schools.
CBSE introduces a dual-exam system for Class 10 from 2026, with one mandatory and one optional exam per year.
Students can choose their best score from either exam, with up to three subjects eligible for reattempt in the second exam.
Students who fail one or two subjects in the first exam can take the second exam under the compartment category.
Results for the first session will be released in April, and for the second session in June, ensuring timely admissions.
CBSE held a webinar to brief schools on the new exam structure and guidelines.
- Who
- CBSE students, schools
- What
- CBSE introduces a dual-exam system for Class 10
- When
- Starting from the 2025-26 academic session
- Where
- CBSE-affiliated schools
- Why
- To reduce student pressure and offer more opportunities for success
Students
CBSE Board
Exam Structure
Students
Provides flexibility and multiple opportunities for success
CBSE Board
Offers a more supportive and student-centric examination system
- Exam Sessions
- One mandatory, one optional per year
- Subjects Eligible for Reattempt
- Up to three (science, math, social science, languages)
- Result Release
- April (first session), June (second session)
- Webinar
- Held to brief schools on new exam structure and guidelines
Sources
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CBSE 2 Board Exams: 3 subjects for improvement in second exam session, compartment guidelines
CBSE Holds Webinar On Two-Exam System For Class 10, Shares Key Guidelines
