The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has issued a firm and uncompromising warning to students appearing for the Intermediate Annual Examination 2026, emphasizing that any attempt to gain illegal entry into examination centers after the scheduled reporting time will be met with severe punitive measures. This directive aims to uphold the integrity and discipline of the examination process across the state.
Strict Consequences for Violators
According to an official notification released by the board, candidates who forcibly or unlawfully enter exam premises beyond the designated time will face significant repercussions. Specifically, such individuals will be debarred from appearing in any board examinations for a period of two years. Furthermore, the board has mandated that a First Information Report (FIR) will be lodged against the violators with local law enforcement authorities, adding a legal dimension to the disciplinary action.
Ensuring Fairness and Transparency
The BSEB has clarified that this stringent approach is part of a broader initiative to ensure discipline, transparency, and fairness in the conduct of examinations. Authorities at all examination centers have been instructed to strictly monitor entry points and take immediate action against anyone attempting to breach the rules. This move is expected to deter malpractice and maintain a level playing field for all examinees.
Examination Schedule and Admit Card Details
In related developments, the Bihar School Examination Board, based in Patna, had previously released the admit cards for the Class 10 (Matric) annual examinations 2026 on January 6. School heads can download these hall tickets from the board's official examination portal, exam.biharboardonline.org. The BSEB Class 10 theory examinations are scheduled to be held from February 17 to February 25, 2026, with the calendar also including vocational and skill-based subjects for Class 10 students.
Exam Timing and Entry Requirements
The examinations will be conducted in two shifts daily. The first shift will run from 9:30 am to 12:45 pm, which includes a 15-minute cool-off period, while the second shift will be held from 2 pm to 5:15 pm. The board has made it mandatory for students to carry their admit cards to the examination center on all exam days, and entry will not be permitted without a valid hall ticket.
Intermediate Exam Dates and Passing Criteria
The Intermediate Annual Examination 2026 for Class 12 students is set to be conducted from February 2 to February 13, 2026, also in two shifts. To pass the Bihar board Class 12 exams, students must secure a minimum of 33 percent across all theory papers in which they appear. For the practical component, the qualifying marks are set at 40 percent.
Previous Year's Statistics
Reflecting on the previous academic year, in 2025, a total of 12,92,313 students appeared for the BSEB Class 12 exams. These examinations were conducted at 1,677 centers across Bihar, with 6,41,847 girls and 6,50,466 boys participating. This data underscores the scale and importance of maintaining strict examination protocols to ensure a fair and orderly process for all stakeholders.
