The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE), Dharamshala, has officially released the application process, fee structure, and eligibility criteria for the Matriculation and Jam-2 (Senior Secondary) supplementary, compartment, and improvement examinations scheduled for June and July 2026.
Announcement by HPBOSE Chairman
HPBOSE Chairman Dr. Rajesh Sharma announced that candidates wishing to appear for these examinations can now submit their applications through their respective schools and institutions. The board has also provided category-wise eligibility details and examination fee information for students applying under different sections.
Eligibility Criteria for Matriculation Candidates
According to the board, Matriculation students who have passed at least three out of the five compulsory subjects are eligible to apply under the Essential Improvement Category. Candidates who have cleared all compulsory subjects and wish to improve their scores may apply under the Optional Improvement Category. Students placed under the Compartment Category are also permitted to submit examination forms in accordance with existing board regulations. The board clarified that all applications must adhere to the prescribed rules and conditions for the June/July 2026 examinations.
Application Rules for Jam-2 Examinations
For the Jam-2 (Senior Secondary) level, candidates under the Compartment Category and Optional Improvement Category are allowed to apply as per board guidelines. HPBOSE stated that applications from fresh candidates will not be accepted for the June/July 2026 examination cycle. The board has directed schools and institutions to ensure that eligible students complete the application process within the stipulated period. All examination forms will be accepted only through the online mode.
Fee Structure and Submission Deadlines
Dr. Sharma stated that the examination fee for Matriculation Compartment and Essential Improvement categories is fixed at Rs 700 per subject. Candidates applying under the Optional Improvement category must pay Rs 950 per subject for a maximum of three subjects. At the Jam-2 level, the examination fee for Compartment and Additional Subject categories is Rs 700 per subject. Candidates applying under the Improvement of Performance category must pay Rs 1,150 per subject.
Candidates may submit applications without a late fee until June 1, 2026. Applications submitted between June 2 and June 5, 2026, will attract a late fee of Rs 1,000. The board has advised students and schools to complete submissions within the notified deadlines to avoid penalties.
This announcement provides clarity for students seeking to improve their scores or clear compartment exams, ensuring a smooth application process for the upcoming supplementary examinations.
