CBSE Introduces Twice-a-Year Board Exams: What It Means for Students Explained By St. Xavier’s High School, Ghaziabad

posted on Oct 27, 2025

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has recently announced a major change in its examination system that is set to impact students across India, including those at St. Xavier’s High School, Ghaziabad. Starting in 2026, Class X students will have the opportunity to appear for board exams twice a year, providing greater flexibility, reduced exam stress, and a chance to improve performance.

Understanding the New CBSE Double Board Exam System
CBSE’s new schedule introduces two board exam sessions for Class X students:

First Session: February 17 – March 6, 2026
Second Session: May 5 – May 20, 2026

Both exam sessions will cover the entire syllabus, ensuring students have a fair opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge in all subjects. Importantly, practical and internal assessments will continue to be conducted once a year. This means that the students will have two chances in a year to perform at their best and potentially improve scores, while maintaining a consistent learning pace.

Benefits for Students

Reduced Pressure: With two exam sessions, students can focus on learning without the looming pressure of a single high-stakes exam.
Opportunities to Improve: If a student is not satisfied with their February results, the May session acts as a natural supplementary exam, providing another chance to excel.
Holistic Assessment: The final marksheet will reflect the best scores from both sessions, giving students recognition for their best efforts.
Consistency in Learning: Students can approach studies in a more planned and steady manner, reducing last-minute cramming and stress.

Other Important Details To Consider

Examination Fees: Collected at the time of application for both attempts, with a revised fee structure.
Final Marksheets: Issued after the May exams, including the best scores from both sessions.
Supplementary Exams: There will be no separate supplementary exams, as the May session itself serves this purpose.

How St. Xavier’s High School Ghaziabad Supports Our Students

At St. Xavier’s High School, Ghaziabad, we are committed to ensuring that every student adapts smoothly to this new system. Our experienced teachers, personalized guidance, and focused exam preparation strategies will help students excel in both exam sessions. Through continuous monitoring, practice tests, and interactive learning, we aim to minimize stress and maximize academic performance.

Preparing for the Future

This change by CBSE aligns perfectly with our philosophy of holistic education and not just focusing on marks but on the overall development of each student. By providing multiple opportunities to succeed, CBSE is encouraging students to learn at their own pace while building confidence for higher studies.

Parents and students can rest assured that at St. Xavier’s High School, Ghaziabad we will continue to provide guidance, resources, and a supportive environment to navigate this new examination system successfully.

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