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CBSE rolls out new curriculum with AI course, language reforms

Changes to be implemented in phases starting 2026-27, including AI courses, a three-language system and new assessment formats aligned with NEP 2020

CBSE issues advisory on QR codes after Orry, Rickroll posts go viral

CBSE clarifies QR codes on question papers are for internal authentication and not web links, after viral posts linked them to Orry images and Rickroll videos

CBSE launches computational thinking, AI curriculum for classes 3 to 8

CBSE launches AI and computational thinking curriculum for classes 3-8 from 2026-27, aiming to build digital literacy and analytical skills early

CBSE introduces alternative evaluation for Class XII amid West Asia crisis

CBSE will use internal assessment, practical marks and school records to evaluate Class XII students in West Asia after board exams were disrupted by the conflict

CBSE cancels Class XII exams in West Asia amid regional tensions

CBSE cancelled remaining Class XII board exams in seven West Asian countries scheduled between March 16 and April 10 after reviewing security conditions amid the Iran-US-Israel conflict

CBSE cancels Class 12 board exams in Middle East countries amid ongoing war

The Central Board of Secondary Education cancels Class 12 board exams scheduled between March 16 and April 10 for students in Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations

CBSE to undertake serious review following QR code 'rickroll' incident

CBSE said Class 12 Mathematics question papers were genuine after students claimed a QR code redirected to the Rick Astley song used in the 'rickrolling' internet prank

CBSE postpones Class 12 board exams in West Asia amid Iran-Israel war

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Saturday postponed the Class 12 board exams scheduled on March 9, 10 and 11 in the Middle East region amid the Iran-Israel conflict, officials said. "Due to the current situation in parts of the Middle East--Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, the board has decided to postpone 12 exams on March 9, 10 and 11," said CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj. The new dates will be announced later, and for further exams, the situation will be reviewed on March 10, Bhardwaj added. Previously, the board had postponed the exam scheduled on March 2, March 5 and March 7 in the region. The board has cancelled Class 10 exams till March 11 and said mode of declaration of results will be announced separately. The US and Israel launched military strikes on Iran on February 28, killing Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Following the military offensive, Iran has carried out a wave of attacks mainly targeting

CBSE cancels Class X exams, postpones Class XII in West Asia region

Students are advised to stay in close contact with their schools and follow official announcements carefully

CBSE delays Class 10 and 12 exams in seven nations amid West Asia crisis

CBSE has postponed Monday's Class 10 and 12 exams in seven Middle Eastern countries due to escalating regional tensions, with the Board set to review the situation on March 3

Mandatory for class 10 students to appear in first of two board exams: CBSE

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has clarified that it is mandatory for Class 10 students to appear in the first board exam, and those who do not attempt at least three subjects in the first edition will be placed in the "essential repeat" category, officials said. CBSE is starting with two board exams for Class 10 from 2026. The clarification by board comes after it received a few requests stating that, because of some reasons, Class 10 students will not be able to appear in the first board exam, hence should be allowed to appear in second board exam. "It is mandatory for all the students to appear in the first board examination. All passed and eligible students will be allowed to improve their performance in any of the three subjects out of Science, Mathematics, Social, Science and languages," said CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj. "If a student has not appeared in three or more subjects in the first examination, then he or she will not be allowed to app

Traffic advisory issued ahead of AI summit, CBSE exams in Delhi

The Delhi Police has issued a traffic public advisory ahead of the upcoming AI Impact Summit and the commencement of CBSE examinations and stated that elaborate traffic and facilitation arrangements have been put in place in coordination with the education authorities. The AI Impact Summit will be held at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital from February 16 to February 20. The CBSE board examinations are also scheduled to begin from February 17, which is expected to significantly increase traffic movement across several parts of the city. Delhi Traffic Police said it has worked jointly with officials from the Education Department to ensure smooth traffic management and to minimise inconvenience to students appearing for examinations as well as the general public. As part of the arrangements, all field staff of the Delhi Police have been sensitised and instructed to assist students travelling to examination centres. Police personnel have been specifically directed to facilitate .

CBSE announces digital evaluation of Class 12 board papers from Feb 17

CBSE has announced the introduction of on-screen marking for Class 12 board exams from February 17, aiming to improve efficiency, transparency and reduce time and logistical costs

CBSE CTET exam schedule 2026 released on ctet.nic.in, exams on Feb 7, 8

The official CTET exam schedule 2026 has been made public by CBSE on the ctet.nic.in. Candidates need to be aware that the exam will now take place over two days, from February 7-8, 2026

CBSE mandates mental health, career counsellors in all affiliated schools

In a significant policy reform aimed at strengthening students' mental health and providing them with career guidance, the Central Board of Secondary Education has made the appointment of socio-emotional and career counsellors mandatory in all affiliated schools. For this, the national education board amended Clause 2.4.12 of the CBSE Affiliation Bye-Laws, 2018, following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed before the Rajasthan High Court in July 2025 by Kota-based advocate Sujeet Swami and some psychology experts. The PIL highlighted rising mental health challenges among students, including academic stress and lack of structured career guidance, and sought mandatory provisions for qualified counsellors and a uniform mental health support framework in schools. During the hearing in September 2025, a bench headed by the Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court sought responses and suggestions from the CBSE, the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE), the University Grants ..

CBSE rolls out exam-time counselling support for Class 10 and 12 students

The initiative aims to ease examination-related stress and support students' emotional well-being, helping them prepare more confidently for their upcoming theory exams

CBSE to introduce Orientation Programme on Hub and Spoke School Model

The CBSE has announced an orientation programme on its Hub and Spoke School Model on December 26, 2025, to promote collaborative learning and effective resource sharing among affiliated schools

AI to enter classrooms: CBSE prepares draft curriculum, NCERT to review

CBSE drafted the AI curriculum for class 3 onwards with a plan to integrate AI into school education. The finalisation will be approved by NCERT. The step has been taken for 'AI for Public Good'

CBSE Global Curriculum 2026: Board to begin international rollout from UAE

In April 2026, CBSE plans to introduce the Global Curriculum to its affiliated schools outside of India, beginning with those in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other Gulf nations

CBSE to teach the language of artificial intelligence from Class 3 onwards

Separately, efforts are underway to integrate AI education into all degree programmes - including BA, BCom, BSc, and specialised courses