CBSE has directed schools to inform Class 10 and 12 students about exam ethics. Board exams for around 44 lakh students in 204 subjects will begin on February 15, 2025. To know all the details about the notification, read the article below!

Kolkata: The CBSE has established comprehensive 'Unfair Means Rules' on their official website: cbse.gov.in. Before the examinations commence, it is crucial to inform all participating students about the ethical conduct, rules, and instructions outlined by the CBSE. The CBSE Class 10 exams will be held from February 15th to March 18th, 2025, while the Class 12 exams will take place from February 15th to April 4th, 2025.
Direct Link: CBSE 2025 Notice (Released) |
In a communication to school principals/heads and center superintendents, the board emphasized that all examinees must be thoroughly acquainted with the ethical guidelines, regulations, and instructions issued by the CBSE.
What are the Instructions given in the CBSE 2025 Notice?
The instructions stated in the CBSE 2025 notification are given below:
- Student and Parent Awareness: Schools are directed at informing students and their parents about the ethical conduct expected during examinations and the consequences of any unfair means.
- Combating Exam-Related Rumors: Students must be informed against spreading or believing rumors that could disrupt the smooth conduct of the examinations.
- Prohibited Items: Students must be warned against bringing any prohibited items, such as electronic gadgets, to the examination venue.
- Informing Exam Officials: The board instructs schools to thoroughly brief all assigned exam officials regarding their duties and responsibilities.
- Consequences of Unfair Means: The board has clearly stated that if a student is found with prohibited items like electronic gadgets or spreads rumors about the exam, their current and subsequent examinations will be canceled.
What are the Allowed Items Mentioned in the CBSE 2025 Notice?
The permitted items inside the hall in CBSE exam are stated below:
Required Documents:
- Both the school ID card and the admit card (for normal students)
- Admit card and any official photo ID (private students only)
Allowed Stationery:
- Transparent pouch
- Geometry/pencil box
- Blue/royal blue ink, ballpoint/gel pen
- Scale
- Writing pad
- Eraser
Other Allowed Items:
- Analogue watch
- Clear water bottle
What are the Prohibited Items Mentioned in the CBSE 2025 Notice?
The list below are the prohibited items in the CBSE 2025 exam:
Permitted Personal Items:
- Metro card
- Bus pass
- Money
- Stationery: Text (printed/written), paper, calculator (for dyscalculia), pen drive, log table (provided), electronic pen, scanner.
- Communication Devices: Mobile phones, Bluetooth, earbuds, microphones, pagers, health bands, smartwatches, cameras.
- Other Goods: Wallets, goggles, handbags, pouches.
- Eatable Items: Prohibited, except for diabetics.
- Extra Items: Any item that could be used unfairly.
Is there any Rule About the Dress code in the CBSE 2025 Notification?
The dress code for school students and non-attending students are given below:
School Students: School uniform.
Non-Attending Students: Light clothing.
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