CBSE Class 10 Exam 2026: New Two Paper System & Curriculum Changes
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced significant changes to the Class 10 curriculum and examination system for the academic year 2025-26. These reforms are designed to align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aiming to reduce student stress and provide more flexible learning and assessment options.
What is the CBSE ‘Two Paper’ System?
Traditionally, Class 10 students faced a single annual board exam, which often created immense pressure to perform well in one go. To address this, CBSE has introduced the ‘Two Paper’ system for the 2026 board exams. This system divides the board exam into two parts, giving students two opportunities to appear and improve their scores.
Key Features of the CBSE Two Paper System for Class 10
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Result Declaration |
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Internal Assessment | Conducted once before the main February exam |
Syllabus Coverage | Entire academic year syllabus with consistent pattern and marking scheme |
Benefits of the New System
Reduced Exam Stress: Splitting the exam into two parts allows students to perform without the pressure of a single high-stakes exam.
Second Chance to Improve: Students dissatisfied with their first attempt can retake the exam in May to improve their scores.
Aligned with NEP 2020: The changes support a more flexible and student-friendly education system.
Consistent Evaluation: The syllabus and marking scheme remain unchanged, ensuring fairness and transparency.
What Students Should Know
Prepare for the full syllabus as both exams will cover the entire academic year.
Internal assessments will be conducted only once before the main exam.
Utilize the improvement exam opportunity wisely if needed.
Stay updated with official CBSE notifications for detailed guidelines.
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