The Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE has issued a directive for affiliated schools. The Board has reminded schools that a minimum of 75% attendance is mandatory for students to qualify for the Class X and XII board examinations. CBSE has directed schools to make sure that students and parents are well aware of the attendance requirement and its potential consequences if not complied with.
Official notice released by CBSE reads, "It is well understood that schools are not just centers for academic learning but play a critical role in the overall development of students. Along with imparting subject knowledge, schools facilitate extracurricular activities, peer learning, character building, values inculcation, teamwork, collaboration, respecting diversity, inclusion, and many more. Therefore, the regular attendance of students in the school is vital to ensuring their holistic development.”
What if attendance is less than 75%?
CBSE offers a 25 percent relaxation but only in cases of exigencies such as medical emergencies, participation in national or international sports events, and other serious reasons, provided the necessary documentation is submitted. CBSE alarmed schools that if it is observed at the time of the sudden inspection that students are absent without proper leave records, it will be presumed that they are not attending the schools regularly. In this case, CBSE will not allow the students to appear in the Board examinations. The attendance will be calculated as of 1st January of the academic session.
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CBSE has announced practical dates for winter-bound schools. As per schedule, class 10, 12 practical examinations will be conducted between November 5 and December 5, 2024. The official notice reads, ‘The Practical Examination/Projects/Internal Assessment for the session 2024-25 for classes X and XII for winter-bound schools will be conducted from November 5, 2024 (Tuesday) to December 5, 2024 (Thursday). Please find attached the SOPs and Guidelines for conducting the Practical Examination/Project/Internal Assessments in winter-bound schools.’ CBSE Board exam is scheduled to begin on February 15. The date sheet is yet to be announced. Students are advised to keep visiting the official website for latest update.