The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the schedule for the second phase of its 'two board examination policy' for Class 10 students. The examinations are set to commence from May 15, providing an opportunity for students to improve their scores in up to three subjects.
Eligibility and Key Details
Under the revised system, students who are dissatisfied with their first-phase results can reappear for a maximum of three subjects to enhance their scores. Additionally, those placed in the compartment category are also eligible to take the second-phase examination. The results of the first phase were declared by CBSE on April 15.
This year, approximately 24.71 lakh students appeared for the Class 10 examinations across the country. Of these, around 23.16 lakh cleared the exams, while 1.55 lakh students did not pass. In Gujarat, a total of 45,107 students appeared for the examination. Among them, 43,576 students passed, while about 1,531 students failed, making them eligible for improvement or compartment exams under the new policy.
Flexibility in Mathematics
A key feature of the policy is the flexibility provided in mathematics. Students who opted for standard mathematics in the main examination can switch to basic mathematics in the second attempt, and vice versa. This allows students to choose a level that better suits their capabilities.
However, unlike the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB), which permits improvement in all subjects, CBSE has restricted the improvement option to a maximum of three subjects. This limitation ensures that students focus on their weaker areas without overburdening themselves.
Students are advised to check the official CBSE website for the detailed timetable and other important instructions. The second phase is expected to help thousands of students improve their performance and achieve better academic outcomes.
