CBSE Board Exams 2025-26: 6 Major Changes Students Must Know Now!

• Class 10 introduces two board examinations annually, allowing students to improve scores or re-appear if failed.
• Revised paper structure for Class 10 & 12: 50% competency-based, 20% MCQs, 30% short/long answers.
• Class 10 Science and Social Science papers now have distinct sections (e.g., Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
• Mandatory participation in internal assessment for Class 10 & 12; failure leads to results not being declared.
• A minimum of 75% attendance is compulsory for Class 9 and 10 students to be eligible for board exams.
• CBSE introduces a provision for two examination sessions annually, aiming to improve the examination process.

Why It Matters: CBSE introduces 6 major changes for 2025-26 board exams, impacting paper structure, assessment, and eligibility.