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New Delhi – After widespread outrage in Punjab, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has refuted claims that Punjabi was removed from its list of regional language subjects for Class 10.
The clarification comes after concerns were raised regarding CBSE’s draft policy on Dual Board Exams for Class 10, which is set to be implemented from the 2025-26 academic session under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
CBSE’s Official Statement
In a letter issued by CBSE Controller of Examinations Sanyam Bhardwaj, the board assured that Punjabi and other regional languages will continue to be offered.
"This is with regard to the draft policy for the conduct of two Board Examinations of Class X released by CBSE on 25.02.2025. It is clarified that the list of other subjects and languages as offered presently shall continue for 2025-26 as well."
CBSE confirmed that in addition to the languages already mentioned, the following will also be available as subjects:
Punjabi (004)
Russian (021)
Nepali (024)
Limboo (025)
Lepcha (026)
Sindhi (008)
Malayalam (012)
Odia (013)
Assamese (014)
Kannada (015)
Kokborok (091)
Telugu (007)
Arabic (016)
Persian (023)
CBSE Draft Rules for Dual Board Exams
CBSE has released draft norms for the new Dual Board Examination system, which are open for public feedback until March 9. The final policy will be announced after reviewing stakeholder responses.
Key Highlights of the New CBSE Exam System:
Same Exam Centres – Students will be allotted the same centre for both exam editions.
Higher Examination Fees – CBSE has indicated that exam fees will be increased.
Two Exams, One Syllabus – Both board exams will cover the full syllabus.
Flexible Exam Attempts – Students can choose to appear in both exams or opt for one.
Exam Timeline
- First Phase: February-March every year
- Second Phase: May of the same year
What’s Next?
- Stakeholders have until March 9 to provide their feedback on the draft policy.
- Final CBSE guidelines will be announced post-review.
- Schools and students should prepare for the new system, which will allow greater flexibility in board exam attempts.
