Latest CBSE News Updates (as of November 24, 2025)
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has been active with announcements on exams, recruitments, and academic initiatives this month. Below is a curated summary of the most recent developments, focusing on key updates from November 2025. These are drawn from official CBSE sources and reliable education portals.
1. Practical Exams Schedule for 2026 Board Exams Confirmed
- CBSE has finalized the timeline for practical exams, project assessments, and internal evaluations for Classes 10 and 12. These will occur from January 1 to February 14, 2026, for most schools. For winter-bound schools (e.g., in high-altitude or cold regions), the window is November 6 to December 6, 2025, to account for harsh weather conditions.
- Schools are urged to adhere strictly to these dates, with no provisions for post-deadline corrections.
- Why it matters: This ensures smooth preparation ahead of the main board exams starting February 17, 2026.
2. Webinar on Dual Board Exams for Class 10
- A dedicated webinar was held on November 20, 2025, to guide schools and stakeholders on the new two-board-exam format for Class 10 (as per NEP 2020). It covered session details, implementation guidelines, and how students can opt for the best score from two attempts.
- The format aims to reduce exam stress by allowing a second chance in February-March 2026, following the main exam in November-December 2025.
3. Massive Recruitment Drive for KVS and NVS Posts
- CBSE, on behalf of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), announced recruitment for 14,967 teaching and non-teaching positions (e.g., Principals, PGTs, TGTs, PRTs, and administrative roles).
- Online applications opened on November 14, 2025, and the deadline is December 4, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply via the official KVS/NVS portals.
- A corrigendum was issued on November 21, 2025, with minor updates to the notification.
4. Extension of Single Girl Child Scholarship Deadline
- The registration window for the CBSE Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship 2025 has been extended to November 20, 2025. This scheme supports meritorious single-girl students transitioning from Class 10 to 11, offering financial aid for higher secondary education.
- Apply online via the official CBSE scholarship portal with proof of merit and eligibility.
5. List of Candidates (LOC) Data Correction Window Closes Soon
- Schools and students have until October 27, 2025, for final corrections in LOC data (student details like names, DOB, subjects). Multiple reminders have been issued to avoid discrepancies in exam records.
6. Academic and Skill Development Initiatives
- Skill Expo 2025 Results: The regional event in Dubai (November 3, 2025) results were announced, highlighting student innovations in vocational skills.
- AI Curriculum Draft: A phased AI and computational thinking curriculum for Classes 3-12 has been submitted to NCERT for review, promoting early tech integration.
- YouTube Live Series on AI: Phase 2 sessions for teachers ran from November 17-21, 2025, organized by NCERT's CIET.
- Eco-Friendly Celebrations Advisory: Guidelines for Mission LiFE through Eco Clubs, including events for the 150th anniversary of "Vande Mataram" on November 7, 2025.
- Storytelling Competition Extension: Last date extended for the 2025-26 edition to encourage creative expression.
7. Other Notable Alerts
- CBSE issued advisories against fake news on affiliations, fraudulent edtech schemes (e.g., Wizcorp), and duplicate NCERT textbooks.
- Migration certificates will now be issued exclusively via DigiLocker starting 2025, for faster digital access.
- School holidays today (November 24, 2025) in select states due to local events, but no nationwide CBSE-specific closure.
