Assam Higher Secondary Exams to Take Place Bi-Annually from 2027: Details Inside

Starting from the academic year 2027, the Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) will conduct the Class 12 (HS) board examinations twice a year. The second round of exams will be held within three months after the declaration of the results of the first session of the Assam HS exam.

Key Details

Second Exam Eligibility: To appear for the second round, students must score at least 170 marks in the main board examination and must not have failed in more than three subjects.
Purpose: This move aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 recommendations and intends to give students a second chance in the same year to improve their performance or clear compartmental subjects. Previously, these exams were held only the following year.
Context: Similar steps are being taken by CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education), which will conduct Class 10 board exams twice a year starting in 2026. However, for Class 12, CBSE will continue to hold it once a year.

This change in Assam aims to ease student stress and provide more flexibility for academic improvement by allowing a prompt second chance within the same academic year.

FAQs

1. Will the exam format change with bi-annual exams?

No, the format will remain the same, but students will have two opportunities to take their exams within the same academic year.

2. When will the HS routine for 2026 be released?

The Assam HS routine for the year before this change, such as 2026, will typically be released around November 2025, with exams held in February-March.

3. What happens if a student fails in more than three subjects?

Students who fail in more than three subjects will not be eligible to appear for the second exam.

4. How will this affect the overall exam results?

The new bi-annual system aims to improve pass rates and provide students with opportunities to better prepare and succeed.