India, Feb. 3 -- In a bid to address exam-related stress and anxiety among students, the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) on February 2 appointed counsellors at the state level for students appearing for the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or class 12 and Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or class 10 examinations scheduled in February and March 2026. A circular to that effect was issued on February 2 by Deepak Mali, secretary, MSBSHSE.

The board noted that during examinations, many students experience mental pressure due to fear of failure, negative thoughts and academic stress. To support such students and help them cope with anxiety and emotional distress, online counselling services hav...