CBSE 2025 Board Exams Kick Off With Record Numbers

CBSE Board Exams 2025: The exams will run from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Strict security measures are in place, with students undergoing checks, and mobile phones or electronic items strictly prohibited

CBSE Board Exams 2025: Students along with their parents gather outside an examination centre before the CBSE board exam 2025 in Patna on Saturday.

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has commenced its 2025 board examinations, with more than 42 lakh students appearing across 7,842 examination centres in India and 26 other countries.

According to the CBSE, 24,12,072 students are taking the Class 10 examinations, which cover 84 subjects, while 17,88,165 students are appearing for the Class 12 exams, covering 120 subjects. This marks a major rise of 3,14,695 candidates compared to the 38,85,542 students who appeared last year.

Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal: CBSE Class 10 board exams commenced today, with the English exam being held. The exams will run from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM in a single shift. Strict security measures are in place, with students undergoing checks, and mobile phones or electronic… pic.twitter.com/PA1QfZczei

— IANS (@ians_india) February 15, 2025

On the first day, Class 10 students will undertake the English (Communicative) and English (Language and Literature) papers, whereas Class 12 students will sit for the entrepreneurship paper. The exams are scheduled from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, with strict entry regulations in place.

The exams will run from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM in a single shift. Strict security measures are in place, with students undergoing checks, and mobile phones or electronic items strictly prohibited.

Jaunpur, UP: The CBSE board exams commenced today across 20 centers in the district, with 17,600 students appearing—9,800 for High School and 7,800 for Intermediate. The exams are being conducted in two shifts under strict security, including CCTV surveillance. Each room… pic.twitter.com/3Tr5lFrwpL

— IANS (@ians_india) February 15, 2025

Entry Rules For Students

Students must arrive before latest by 10 AM, as late entry is not permitted after that.

Students are not allowed to leave the exam hall before 1:30 PM.

Regular students must carry their admit cards and school ID, while private candidates need to present a government-issued photo ID.

Regular students must wear their school uniforms, whereas private candidates are advised to wear light-coloured clothing.

Prohibited Items At Exam Centres

CBSE has enforced a strict ban on certain items inside exam centres, including:

Mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, smartwatches, earphones, and microphones

Wallets, handbags, goggles, and pouches

VIDEO | CBSE Class 10 Board Exam 2025: Students arrive at Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2 in Bhopal to appear for their exams.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) pic.twitter.com/QAsne5OKUw

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 15, 2025

Security Measures At Exam Centres

To ensure fair and transparent exams, CBSE has implemented CCTV surveillance at all examination centres:

Each exam room will accommodate 24 students with two invigilators present.

CCTV footage will be monitored by assistant superintendents overseeing every 10 rooms.

Schools failing to provide CCTV footage when requested will be held accountable for any malpractice.

CBSE chairperson Rahul Singh stressed the board’s dedication to conducting secure and transparent exams. "From model question papers to the secure transportation of actual question papers, every precaution has been taken to ensure smooth examinations," he stated, encouraging students to perform without unnecessary pressure.

CBSE has refined its process for verifying marks, allowing students to request photocopies of their answer sheets and apply for mark verification or re-evaluation, if necessary.

VIDEO | CBSE Class 10 Board Exam: Here's what Rajesh Kumar Verma, a parent who dropped his child at Delhi Public School, RK Puram, said:

"My child’s preparation is very good and he has worked hard. However, he is a bit nervous, and as a father, I worry about how he will perform.… pic.twitter.com/7T6YuoQsZv

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 15, 2025

Key Stats Of CBSE Board Exams 2025:

Total eligible candidates: 42,00,237

Class-10 students: 24,12,072 (84 subjects)

Class-12 students: 17,88,165 (120 subjects)

Total subjects offered: 204

Participating schools: Over 30,000

Examination centres: 7,842

Total exam rooms: 10,50,059

Weight of answer books: 1,512 metric tons

Weight of question papers: 1,500 metric tons

Assistant superintendents deployed: 2,10,012

Evaluators required: 11,45,519

The CBSE 2025 board exams will conclude on March 18 for Class 10 and April 4 for Class 12. CBSE remains committed to upholding high standards of security and fairness for students across India and beyond.