CBSE Latest News 2025- Check CBSE Board Exam Changes in Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Central Board of Secondary Education is going to conduct the CBSE Board 10th and 12 Board Examinations for the academic year 2024-25 from February 15 onwards. the board has also issued the complete date sheet for Class 10 and 12 Board Exams 2024-25 on its official website. More than 25 lakh students are registered and going to appear for CBSE Board Exams 2025 for Class 10th and 12th.

With the CBSE Board Exams 2025 approaching, students are likely to have a flurry of inquiries about various aspects such as attendance, sample papers, syllabus, and so on. To address these concerns, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has answered the most common questions students have about the impending exams in a series of official press releases. Students preparing for the upcoming board examinations will get all of the CBSE Latest News 2024 for the Class 10 and 12 Board Exams on this website. Stay tuned with us.

CBSE dismissed rumors on social media about reducing the syllabus for Classes 10 and 12 by 15%, implementing open-book exams, and increasing internal evaluation weightage.Issuing a formal notice, Students and teachers are being warned about misleading narratives on social media regarding the board  Exam 2025

CBSE Latest News 2025 on Board Exams

The Central Board of Secondary Education recently announced several instructions for the upcoming CBSE Board exams 2025 via an official notification on its official website i.e. www.cbse.gov.in. Students, to appear in the exams must abide by these guidelines minutely. Recently, a notice cautioned students and parents about misleading material concerning the syllabus, resources, and sample question papers for the 2024-25 school year. The Board has cautioned students to avoid internet portals that promote unsubstantiated news. Students are reminded to solely use authentic sources for CBSE Board Exams 2025 Latest News.

CBSE Board Exam News on Date Sheet

Students are informed that the CBSE Date Sheet 2025 for Class 10th and 12th Board exams has been released on November 20, 2024. As per the schedule, CBSE Class 10 and 12 Board Exams begin on February 15, 2025. The exams for Class 10 will end on March 18, and for Class 12 on April 4. Practical tests for most schools will begin on January 1, 2025, but those in winter-affected locations began on November 5 and will go until December 5, 2024.

CBSE Date Sheet 2025 Out for Class 10 and 12 Board Exams

Is CBSE Board Exams 2025 Syllabus Reduced by 15%?

No. According to some news outlets, It is claimed that the CBSE board decreased the Class 10 and 12 syllabi by 10-15% while increasing internal evaluation weightage to 40%. and alteration of the internal assessment. Students are informed that this news is not authenticated. The CBSE acted quickly to dispute reports circulating online that the CBSE regional officer for Bhopal, Vikas Kumar Agrawal, had disclosed a few future modifications to the CBSE Exam format at an Indore summit.

In a recent notification, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) stated on Thursday that it has not issued an order to decrease the syllabus for CBSE Classes 10 and 12 Board Exams by 15% or enhance the internal assessment weightage. The board released an official statement refuting these accusations and advising students, parents, and the general public to rely entirely on official announcements posted on the CBSE website for accurate information.

No Merit List in Board Exam for 2025

CBSE has decided not to release a merit list for board exams 2025. The board has not announced the Board Exams merit list in last 4-5 years. The decision aims to prevent ‘unhealthy competitiveness’ among students. The decision not to share the merit list for board results was originally made during the pandemic-induced lockdown when students’ results were produced using marks obtained in online exams.

As per the reports from well-known media houses, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared that it will not issue the merit list or division-wise results for the 2025 board exams. Following the usual trend, the board will not release the list of toppers or the students’ division. To pass the CBSE board exam 2025, students must have a minimum score of 33%. Candidates must get an overall score of 33% while also qualifying individually in each subject. This year, the board will not offer any division or distinction to students.

No Advisory on Open-Book Exams

CBSE has dismissed all the rumors regarding enabling the open-book exam style for a few disciplines like social science and English literature.CBSE stressed that any official modifications or changes in exam patterns will only be made available through their website or official circulars. The board strongly recommended students and stakeholders avoid unsubstantiated news and instead, check the CBSE website for factual information on a regular basis.

A few media houses claim that Vikas Kumar Agrawal, CBSE Regional Officer, Bhopal said that the board will keep assessing answer sheets in specific topics using a digital assessment method, which it just instituted to increase marking efficiency and transparency. Additionally, to promote application-based learning and critical thinking, CBSE will condut open-book exam style for a few courses, enabling students to refer to their textbooks while taking tests. Instead of focusing only on memorization, this modification seeks to assess students’ capacity for knowledge analysis, interpretation, and application.

However, CBSE’s reply on Thursday, signed by Vikas Kumar Agrawal, stated that “CBSE has not made any such change in its examination system and internal evaluation system, nor has any official information been issued in this regard.”

CBSE 2025 Board Exam Pattern Latest Changes

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has revised the board exam pattern for the academic year 2024-25 to coincide with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. These adjustments emphasize assessing a deeper knowledge of subjects and avoiding rote memorization among students. The curriculum now emphasizes competency-based questions to test students’ ability to apply theoretical principles to real-world environments. Students will face more questions that assess critical thinking and problem-solving skills, rather than merely factual memory.

Class 10 Exam pattern follows the preceding academic session’s format, with 50% competency-based questions. In Class 12, competency-based questions are expected to increase from 40% to 50% by 2025. The questions will be in MCQ, case-based, and source-based formats. To prepare effectively, students should prioritize a strong grasp of ideas and problem-solving skills.

New Rules for Board Exam 2025

The CBSE has released a list of Frequently asked questions that mostly address all the queries raised by the students released to the upcoming CBSE board exams 2025. Check out the answers given by the CBSE on the Student’s questions.

• Pre-Board Performance and Board Exam Eligibility:
  Q: Does failing a pre-board exam disqualify me from appearing in the Board Exams?
  A: No, pre-board exams are meant to assess your preparedness. Failing a pre-board doesn’t affect your eligibility.
• Exam Materials:
  Q: Are whiteners allowed in the Board Exams? Can I use a gel pen?
  A: Whiteners are not allowed. You can use blue or royal blue ink gel pens.
• Exam Paper Leaks and Rumors:
  Q: Rumors of leaked papers and questions circulate on social media. What should I do?
  A: Ignore such rumors. If you encounter such information, report it to CBSE immediately.
• Time Management and Answer Writing:
  Q: My slow writing speed prevents me from completing the exam paper. What can I do?
  A: Practice writing regularly. Organize your thoughts before writing and use point-wise answers if time is limited.
• Submitting the Answer Sheet:
  Q: Can I get my answer sheet back to correct a mistake after submitting it early?
  A: You can request a revision within the allotted time, but it’s best to submit the sheet on time.
• Reappearing for Board Exams:
  Q: How can I reappear for the Board Exams if I fail?
  A: You can reappear as a private candidate or rejoin school as a regular student. Visit the CBSE website for details.
• Repeating Practical Exams:
  Q: Do I need to repeat the practical exam if I fail the theory part?
  A: No. Your previous practical marks will be carried forward.
• Verification of Marks and Re-evaluation:
  Q: Do the marks increase or decrease after the process of verification of marks/re-evaluation?
  A: Marks may increase or decrease as per the actual marks. You’ll have to accept the revised result.
• Number of Attempts for Compartment Exams:
  Q: How many times can a student attempt the Compartment Exam for Class 10th and 12th?
  A: Students can attempt the Compartment Exam three times.
• Sample Papers and Exam Content:
  Q: Will questions come only from the sample paper provided by CBSE?
  A: Sample papers familiarize you with the format. The actual exam can include questions from any part of the syllabus.

CBSE Cancels Recognition of 21 Schools

In September, the CBSE team carried out surprise inspections at many schools in Rajasthan and Delhi. The primary goal of this inspection was to ensure that schools adhere to the board’s affiliation and examination bylaws regarding regular student attendance. During the inspection, numerous faults were discovered in 27 board-affiliated schools. These comprise 22 schools in Delhi and five in Rajasthan. Rajasthan has two schools in the Sikar district and three in the Kota district.

The main reason for the suspension is that CBSE officials discovered that a substantial number of students were absent from these institutions. Not only that but 21 schools’ recognition was annulled due to a huge number of students absent from ninth and twelfth Classes. 

According to the CBSE Notice, “As a leading national education board with an international presence, we have long been committed to pursuing educational reforms, providing quality education, and promoting students’ holistic development.” As a result, we are taking urgent steps to prevent the school from operating solely on paper and without the presence of students.

CBSE Board Exams 2025 Stays One Term

All confusion around the two terms in CBSE Board Exams 2025 has come to an end, according to CBSE Bhopal regional officer Vikas Kumar Agrawal to a news agency. “In the year 2025, there will be the same one-term exam as per the old rule, but for sure, 2026 will have two terms,” Agrawal informed us. He stated that the decision has been made, but details must be worked out.

Previously, various media outlets reported that the Central Board of Secondary Education would administer Board Exams for Classes 10 and 12 twice a year beginning in 2025. These revisions are consistent with the goals of the National Education Policy 2020 and the Ministry of Education’s new strategy. Check the education ministry’s perspective on this implementation- click here

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