Guwahati, Feb. 26 -- The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) plans to introduce biannual board exams for Class 10 starting from the academic year 2026.

According to reports, the board has approved draft norms for conducting the exams twice a year.

These draft norms will be made public, allowing stakeholders to submit their feedback until March 9, after which the policy will be finalized.

As per the official release, the first phase of the exams will take place from February 17 to March 6, while the second phase is scheduled from May 5 to 20.

1. Class 10 and Class 12 board exams will commence on the first Tuesday after February 15.

2. In 2026, approximately 26.60 lakh students are expected to appear for Class 10 exams, while a...