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CBSE Class X: Two Board Examinations from 2026
📘 CBSE Class X: Two Board Examinations from 2026 – All You Need to Know!
The CBSE will implement the policy of Two Board Examinations for Class X starting from the academic year 2025–26, as per the NEP-2020 recommendations.
General Conditions
| S.No | Condition |
|---|
| 1 | Mandatory appearance in the First Board Examination. |
| 2 | Improvement allowed in any 3 subjects: Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and Languages. |
| 3 | Students absent in 3+ subjects in the first exam cannot take the second. They’ll be marked as "Essential Repeat". |
| 4 | Compartment category students from the first exam can take the second exam. |
| 5 | No stand-alone or additional subjects allowed after passing Class X. |
Special Category Provisions
| Category | Facility |
|---|
| Sports Students | Can appear in 2nd exam for subjects clashing with sports events. |
| Winter Bound Schools | Can choose between 1st or 2nd exams. |
| CWSN Students | Same facilities extended to both exams. |
Internal Assessment
📝 Internal Assessment will be conducted only once before the main exams.
Schedule of the Examinations
| Exam Type | Timeline |
|---|
| First (Main) Exam | Mid-February |
| Second Exam | May |
Eligibility Criteria
For First Examination
- Fresh Class X students
- Second Chance Compartment
- Essential Repeat from previous year
- Improvement exam takers
For Second Examination
- Improvement in up to 3 subjects
- First/Third Chance Compartment
- Compartment + Improvement
- Improvement for subject replacement passed students
Syllabus & Scheme
| Aspect | Details |
|---|
| Syllabus | Full syllabus applicable in both exams. |
| Exam Pattern | No change. Same scheme of studies and exams as before. |
LOC (List of Candidates) Submission
| Rule | Explanation |
|---|
| Mandatory LOC | Compulsory for First Exam |
| Separate LOC | Required for Second Exam. No new names allowed. |
| No Subject Change | Not allowed between 1st and 2nd exams (except as per policy) |
Result Declaration
| Detail | Timeline/Note |
|---|
| First Exam Result | April |
| Second Exam Result | June |
| Performance Availability | DigiLocker (for Class XI admission) |
| Passing Document | Issued after second exam |
| Merit Certificate | Issued only after second exam |
Post Result Facilities
📂 Re-evaluation, photocopy, and verification services will be available only after results of the Second Examination.
Admission to Class XI
| Scenario | Action |
|---|
| Not qualified in Main Exam | Provisional admission to Class XI allowed |
| Based on 2nd Exam Result | Admission confirmed |
Instructions for Schools
- Inform students and parents about the new policy.
- Collect subject data accurately.
- Ensure timely submission of LOC.
Summary: The new system offers students more flexibility, reduces stress, and aligns with NEP-2020’s progressive education reforms. Start preparation early and wisely choose your examination track.
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