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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued important advisories for students, parents and schools before the board examinations of 2026. The board has clarified that the annual examinations of class 10th and 12th will start from 17 February 2026. The board has advised to be especially cautious regarding rumors and fake news spreading on social media just before the examination.
CBSE released press note
The press note issued by CBSE said that every year during the examination period, some anti-social elements try to spread misleading and false information like question paper leak on various social media platforms. The purpose of such rumors is to mislead students and parents and create unnecessary stress. The board has said that believing or sharing these baseless claims can have a negative impact on the preparation of students.
Parents and students advised to be cautious
The Board has appealed to all stakeholders not to trust any unverified information, screenshots or viral messages. Only the information released on the official website of CBSE (www.cbse.gov.in) and verified communication channels of the Board should be considered authentic. In case of any doubt, students and parents can contact the concerned regional office or CBSE Headquarters, New Delhi.
Measures have been taken to make the examinations smooth and safe.
CBSE has also clarified that extensive and robust arrangements have been made for the smooth, safe and fair conduct of the examination process. Strict provisions are in place to ensure confidentiality of question papers and security of examination centres. If any person deliberately tries to spread fake news or obstruct the examination process, strict action will be taken against him under the rules and law applicable by the Board.
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Made another announcement for students
The board has appealed to the students to focus on their preparation instead of paying attention to rumors and maintain a positive mindset. Restraint and alertness are the keys to success in an important stage like examination. CBSE has also announced that it is mandatory for all students to appear in Class 10 board examination for the first time and missing three or more subjects in the first examination will make them ineligible for the second examination.
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