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CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams Begin May 15 for Score Improvement

The CBSE has released the date sheet for Class 10 second board exams from May 15 to 21, offering students an optional chance to improve their scores. Mathematics kicks off the exams on May 15, followed by English, Science, Social Science, and language papers. Over 55,000 students scored 95% or more in the first round, with a pass percentage of 93.70%. Students must carry admit cards and report on time to their exam centres.

Key Points: CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams From May 15

  • CBSE Class 10 second board exams from May 15 to 21
  • Optional for students to improve scores
  • Mathematics on May 15, Science on May 18
  • Over 55,000 students scored 95%+ in first exams
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'Another chance': CBSE's Class 10 second board exams from May 15

CBSE releases Class 10 second board exam schedule from May 15-21. Optional exams allow students to improve scores. Mathematics on 15th, Science on 18th.

"This system allows students to appear for examinations twice in the same academic year, enabling them to improve their marks as required. - CBSE"

New Delhi, April 23

The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the date sheet for the second phase of the Class 10 board examinations, which will be held from May 15, and offers students an additional opportunity to improve their scores.

The CBSE has introduced a system of conducting Class 10 board examinations twice a year from this year onwards. However, appearing in the second examination remains optional for students.

Students who are not satisfied with their performance in the main examination can appear for the second exam. As per the schedule issued by the CBSE, the examinations will be conducted from May 15 to May 21. Most papers will be held from 10.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m., while a few selected subjects will conclude at 12.30 p.m.

According to the date sheet released on Thursday, the examinations will begin on May 15 with Mathematics (Standard and Basic). This will be followed by English (Communicative and Language & Literature) on May 16. The Science examination is scheduled for May 18, while the Social Science will be held on May 21.

Language papers, including Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam, and Assamese, among others, will be conducted on May 19. On May 20, examinations will be held for subjects such as Painting, Sanskrit, Information Technology, and Artificial Intelligence.

Papers for foreign languages, Home Science, Retail and Tourism will also be conducted as per the prescribed schedule.

This system allows students to appear for examinations twice in the same academic year, enabling them to improve their marks as required. The Board has advised students to complete their preparations in advance and report to their examination centres on time. Carrying the admit card is mandatory.

The results of the first Class 10 board examinations were declared a few days ago. As per CBSE data, 55,368 students secured 95 per cent or more marks, accounting for about 2.24 per cent of candidates.

Meanwhile, 2,21,574 students scored 90 per cent or above, which is approximately 8.96 per cent of the successful candidates.

In 2026, a total of 24,83,479 students registered for the Class 10 examinations, out of which 24,71,777 appeared. Of them, 23,16,008 were declared passed. The overall pass percentage stood at 93.70 per cent, a marginal increase of 0.04 per cent compared to last year's 93.66 per cent, reflecting a stable and positive performance trend.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As a parent, I appreciate this flexibility. But won't this add extra workload for teachers and schools? Also, what about students who can't afford extra coaching for the second attempt? The system should ensure equal access for all.
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Priya S
Great move! But I hope students don't take the first exam lightly thinking they have another chance. The second exam is optional, so discipline should still be maintained. Also, please ensure the results come out quickly so students can plan their further studies without delay.
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Michael C
Interesting system. In US, we usually don't have such retake options in high school. However, I'm concerned about exam security - won't leaks be a bigger issue with two exam cycles? CBSE needs to have strict protocols in place.
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Vikram M
Finally, some progressive thinking! Seeing 55,000 students with 95%+ marks shows the competition is intense. This second chance gives deserving students an opportunity to improve. Just hope the paper difficulty is consistent between both attempts. Well done, CBSE!
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Ananya R
Brilliant! This reduces the 'ek hi mauka' (only one chance) pressure that students face. My cousin was just 2 marks short of 90% and is thrilled to try again. However, CBSE should also think about conducting practical exams again for those who opt for the second board attempt.

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