Strict guidelines, enhanced security, and a record number of students mark the start of CBSE exams
February 15, 2025: CBSE Board Exams 2025 Commence With Over 42 Lakh Students Across 7,842 Centres
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially kicked off the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams for the 2024-25 academic year, starting Saturday, February 15. This year’s exams are set to be the largest in CBSE history, with 42 lakh students appearing across 7,842 centres in India and 26 other countries.
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The CBSE Class 10 board exams will end on March 18, while the Class 12 exams will conclude on April 4.
CBSE Board Exams 2025: Key Numbers
- Class 10 students: 24,12,072
- Class 12 students: 17,88,165
- Total students appearing: 42,00,237
- Subjects for Class 10: 84
- Subjects for Class 12: 120
- Total subjects offered: 204
- Total schools involved: Over 30,000
- Examination centres: 7,842
- Rooms required for exams: 10,50,059
- Weight of answer books: 1,512 metric tons
- Weight of question papers: 1,500 metric tons
- Assistant superintendents assigned: 2,10,012
- Evaluators required: 11,45,519
Exam Schedule and Strict Entry Guidelines
📌 Class 10: First paper – English (Communicative & Language & Literature)
📌 Class 12: First paper – Entrepreneurship
📌 Exam Timings: 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
⚠️ Entry Restrictions: Students must reach exam centres before 10 AM. No one will be permitted inside after this time. Early exits are not allowed before 1:30 PM.
🔹 Regular students must carry:
✅ CBSE Admit Card
✅ School ID Card
✅ Must wear school uniforms
🔹 Private students must carry:
✅ CBSE Admit Card
✅ Government-issued photo ID proof
✅ Light clothing permitted
Prohibited Items at Exam Centres
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🚫 Strict Ban on Communication Devices:
- Mobile phones 📱
- Bluetooth devices 🎧
- Earphones 🎶
- Smartwatches ⌚
- Handbags 🎒
- Wallets 💼
- Goggles 🕶️
- Pouches 👜
CBSE Chairperson Rahul Singh emphasized that ensuring a free and fair exam is the board’s highest priority.
Enhanced Security Measures: CCTV Surveillance in Exam Centres
CBSE has deployed CCTV cameras at all centres to monitor students and prevent unfair practices.
📌 Exam Security Highlights:
✔️ Each room to have 24 students & 2 invigilators
✔️ Assistant superintendents to monitor CCTV footage for every 10 rooms
✔️ Schools failing to provide CCTV footage will be deemed involved in malpractice
CBSE Controller of Examination Sanyam Bhardwaj assured students that strict measures will be in place to maintain exam integrity.
New Mark Verification & Re-Evaluation Process
CBSE has streamlined the marks verification and re-evaluation process:
✅ Students can now directly request photocopies of answer sheets
✅ They can apply for verification or re-evaluation if discrepancies are found
This new system aims to improve transparency and fairness in result evaluation.
CBSE Board Exams 2025: A Record-Breaking Year
With 3.14 lakh more students appearing this year compared to 2024, CBSE is ensuring tighter security, smooth logistics, and efficient exam monitoring.
CBSE’s goal remains clear: A secure, fair, and stress-free board exam experience for students nationwide.
📢 Best wishes to all students appearing for the CBSE Board Exams 2025! 🎓📖
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