Starting from the academic session 2024-25, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has decided to conduct board exams twice a year. Students who will be taking the CBSE Class 10 and 12 exams during this session will be part of the inaugural group to undergo the new twice-a-year board exam format. It is important to note that participation in this system will not be compulsory for students.

Officials informed the Times of India that the primary objective of the system is to alleviate the anxiety experienced by students who are apprehensive about missing out on a solitary opportunity. In the event that a candidate is adequately prepared and content with their performance in a particular set of examinations, they have the option to abstain from appearing for the subsequent exam.