Higher Secondary Exam 2026: Council Sets Teacher Work Limits Amidst BLO Duties

• The Higher Secondary Education Council in Kolkata has set specific working hour limits for teachers involved in the 2026 Higher Secondary Examination.
• This decision aims to reduce the workload on teachers who also have B.L.O. (Booth Level Officer) duties for the Election Commission.
• Head Examiners for theory exams will work a maximum of 21 days, while regular examiners are limited to three days.
• Scrutineers will work up to 10 days, District Advisory Council teacher members up to 16 days, and Council nominees up to 13 days.
• Practical examinations for Higher Secondary are scheduled from March 2 to March 23, 2026, with provisions for special needs candidates.

Why It Matters: The Council has set clear work limits for teachers to manage exam duties alongside BLO responsibilities.