CBSE Practical Exam Circular: Conduct Guidelines & Revised Remuneration 2025-26

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an important circular regarding the conduct of practical examinations and the revised rates of remuneration for practical examination functionaries. This update is crucial for school heads, teachers, external examiners, observers, and all officials involved in the practical examination process.

In this post, we provide a clear summary of the circular to help schools and examiners understand the key instructions. The official CBSE circular PDF is shared below for detailed reference.

1. Conduct of Practical Examinations

CBSE has reiterated that practical examinations must be conducted in a fair, transparent, and timely manner, strictly following the Board’s guidelines.

Key Instructions:

• Practical examinations should be conducted as per the schedule issued by CBSE.
• Schools must ensure proper infrastructure, laboratory readiness, and required equipment before the examination.
• Internal and external examiners must follow uniform evaluation criteria prescribed by CBSE.
• Marks should be uploaded accurately and within the stipulated time on the CBSE portal.
• Any form of malpractice or deviation from guidelines will be viewed seriously and may invite disciplinary action.
• Proper records, attendance sheets, and award lists must be maintained and preserved for verification.

2. Revised Rates of Remuneration for Practical Examination Functionaries

3. Download Official CBSE Circular

📄 Click below to download the official CBSE circular PDF related to the conduct of practical examinations and revised remuneration rates:

👉 [CBSE Circular PDF – Conduct of Practical Exam & Revised Remuneration] - CLICK HERE

This CBSE circular is an important update for all stakeholders involved in practical examinations. Timely compliance with the guidelines and awareness of revised remuneration rates will help ensure smooth, transparent, and effective conduct of practical exams.

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