Now class 10 board exam will be held twice a year, CBSE announced

New Delhi: If you or your children are preparing for 10th, then this news is important for you. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a major change in the board examination from 2026 to 10th. Now students will get a chance to take the exam twice a year. Its purpose is to reduce the pressure on students and give them a second chance to perform well.

What is the new rule?
CBSE Examination Controller of Examinations Sanyam Bhardwaj has informed that now the board examination of class 10 will be held in two phases, the first phase will be held in February and the second in May.

But a special thing in this is that all students must take the first test compulsory. The second exam will be optional. That is, if a student is not satisfied with the marks received in his first attempt, then he can take a second exam.

Why was the decision taken?
This decision of CBSE has been taken as per the recommendations of the new National Education Policy (NEP 2020). Its purpose is to provide flexible and stress -free environment to the students, so that they can learn and improve from their mistakes. The board believes that the talent of a student cannot be assessed by one examination.

CBSE has approved the conduct of class 10 board examinations twice a year since 2026, the Controller of Examinations, Sanyam Bhardwaj has confirmed this. First phase compulsory, second phase optional – Best points will be retained: CBSE pic.twitter.com/rmzqda8mxf

First phase exam is mandatory for all students
According to Sanyam Bhardwaj, it is mandatory for students of class 10 to appear in the first phase of board examination. Whereas, the second phase is optional. However, students can improve their marks by appearing in the second phase examination. This is a good opportunity for students to improve their digits in the academic year.