The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to commence its exams soon, introducing a new system for Class 10 students. Students will have the opportunity to take two examinations this year, with the first one scheduled in February and the second in May. This approach allows students who may not achieve satisfactory marks in the February exam to retake their exams in May for a chance to improve their grades.

However, there is confusion among students and parents regarding the necessity of appearing for the February exam. It has been clarified that all students must participate in the February exams as it is mandatory, and skipping this exam is not permitted for any student. The May exam serves solely as a means for students to enhance their scores in specific subjects, but it cannot be used as an alternative to the initial February examination.

Consequently, students who miss three or more subjects during the February exam may face restrictions regarding their eligibility to sit for the May exam. This regulation aims to encourage students to take the February exams seriously while providing a secondary opportunity for those who need to improve their performance. Parents and students are urged to understand these rules to better prepare for the upcoming board examinations.