Ahmedabad Board Exam Registrations Climb, GSHSEB Scales Up Infrastructure
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) is gearing up for a significant uptick in participation for this year's Class 10 and 12 board examinations in Ahmedabad. A total of 1.74 lakh students from both city and rural areas have registered, marking a notable increase of 7,882 candidates compared to the previous academic session.
Expanded Examination Framework Across Ahmedabad District
To accommodate the growing number of examinees and ensure a seamless testing process, the board has implemented a robust logistical framework. Across the entire Ahmedabad district, 20 zones have been established, encompassing 138 examination centres. These centres are distributed across 611 exam buildings, with a total of 6,049 blocks set up to facilitate the examinations.
Detailed Breakdown of Ahmedabad City Registrations
In Ahmedabad city alone, 95,688 students have enrolled for the board exams, up from 92,726 last year. The city's examination infrastructure includes 12 zones with 69 centres, 347 exam buildings, and 3,340 blocks.
- Class 10: Registrations stand at 54,492, showing a marginal decrease from last year's 54,616.
- Class 12 General Stream: A significant surge is noted with 33,044 registrations, an increase of 3,318 students.
- Class 12 Science Stream: Registrations have risen to 8,152 candidates, up from 7,853 in the previous year.
Ahmedabad Rural Areas Witness Substantial Growth
Ahmedabad's rural regions are also experiencing a notable rise in exam participation. 78,180 students are set to appear, representing an increase of 4,920 from last year's 73,260 candidates. The rural examination setup comprises eight zones, 69 centres, 264 exam buildings, and 2,709 blocks.
- Class 10: Registrations have increased to 46,440, up by 420 students.
- Class 12 General Stream: A jump to 25,560 students, an increase of 3,720.
- Class 12 Science Stream: Registrations stand at 6,180 candidates, up by 780 from the previous year.
Official Statement on Infrastructure Expansion
Board officials have confirmed that the rise in student registrations has directly influenced the expansion of examination infrastructure. The proportional increase in the number of exam buildings and blocks across both city and rural areas is a strategic measure to ensure the smooth and efficient conduct of the board examinations, minimizing logistical challenges and providing a conducive environment for all candidates.
