Bhubaneswar, Jan. 7 -- The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the commencement of the first phase of its annual free Psycho-Social Counselling Services for students appearing in Classes 10 and 12 board examinations. According to an official statement, the services began on January 6, 2026, and continue until June 1, 2026, aiming to support the mental and emotional well-being of students ahead of the board exams scheduled to start from February 17, 2026.

The initiative is designed to help students manage examination-related stress, build emotional resilience, and approach their exams with confidence and clarity.

A key feature of the programme is a 24x7 helpline (1800-118-004) that offers round-the-clock assistance ...