CBSE 2023: The Major Changes Announced This Year

As we bid farewell to 2023, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has ushered in a wave of changes aimed at enhancing the education system for Class 10 and Class 12. These alterations span from shifts in examination patterns to curriculum adjustments, such as the removal of divisions and distinctions, the discontinuation of percentage declarations in CBSE board exam results, and even the elimination of Accountancy answer books. Aiming to lessen the stress burden of the students, these changes play a significant role. 

As we brace ourselves for the CBSE Board Exam 2024, scheduled to commence on February 15th, the atmosphere is a blend of anticipation and, let’s admit it, a touch of stress. This proactive move by the CBSE in the 10th and 12th board exams will be marking a crucial step in this transformative journey for the students.

CBSE Board Exam 2024, Major Changes: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a few changes to this year’s board exam pattern. Be it the removal of division, distinction or the Accountancy answer books, the changes have been made keeping in mind the feedback received by stakeholders.

Check the list of major updates below:

No answer books in Accountancy

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to eliminate the use of answer books with tables on the subject of Accountancy. This decision will be effective from the Board Examination in 2024 The official notification clarifies that, based on this input, CBSE has opted to discontinue the Answer Books that included tables in the Accountancy subject. Henceforth, starting from Examinations-2024, students will be provided with normal lines Answer Books, aligning with the standard practice in other subjects for Class 12. This will help the examination process on the overall experience and understanding for students taking the Accountancy exam.

No announcement of overall division, distinction or aggregate

CBSE has announced that the Board will not award any overall division, distinction or aggregate to the students appearing for the Class 10 and Class 12 exams in 2024. The Board announced it after it received requests from multiple candidates to intimate the criteria for calculating the percentage of students. The board will neither calculate nor declare and inform the percentage of marks.

Special arrangements for students participating in sports events, Olympiad

CBSE has announced that for students participating in national or international sports events and international Olympiads who might not be able to take the CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 exams, the board will conduct special exams at a later date. However, no separate or special CBSE 2024 examination opportunity will be available for the compartment and practical exams. The decision has been taken to promote sports and other educational competitions among the youth.

To avail of this, candidates should remember that the sport they participate in must be recognised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) and the Olympiad recognised by the Homi Bhabha Center for Science Education (HBCSE).

Sample question papers, marking scheme released

A total of 60 sample question papers have been released for Class 10 and 77 for Class 12. Students can check the same on the official website. The answers are available in the marking scheme along with marks for each answer.

Boards exams twice a year, the best score to be retained

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan recently shared some game-changing news in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Brace yourselves for the 2024 academic session, as a new curriculum framework (NCF) takes centre stage. Board exams are getting a makeover, happening twice a year.  students now have the power to decide when to face these exams and can hang on to their best scores. And here’s a twist for Class 11 and 12 students – you’ll be diving into two languages, with the freedom to pick subjects that light up your interests. It’s like breaking free from the old-school restrictions. These changes are like a breath of fresh air, making education more personalized and suiting the groove of students.  

In conclusion, these changes collectively signal a paradigm shift in the education landscape, emphasizing flexibility, individualized learning, and holistic assessment. As we embark on this transformative journey, the CBSE Board Exam 2024 becomes a pivotal milestone, paving the way for a more student-centric and dynamic education system. Students are encouraged to embrace these changes, fostering a spirit of adaptability and curiosity as they navigate the evolving realm of education.