CBSE makes CCTV mandatory for 2025 board exams, 44 lakh students to appear

The new guidelines specify that cameras must be installed to cover all examination areas, and the footage must be continuously recorded in high resolution. Each school is also required to assign one supervisor for every ten examination rooms or 240 students, reinforcing CBSE's commitment to upholding the integrity of the exam process.

In Short

• CBSE mandates CCTV for all schools serving as 2025 exam centres
• 44 lakh students expected to take CBSE Class 10 and 12 board exams globally
• Schools without CCTV systems will not be considered for examination centres

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has mandated the installation of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) systems in all schools designated as examination centres for the 2025 Class 10 and 12 board exams. This decision aims to strengthen monitoring and ensure the smooth, fair conduct of exams, deterring any unfair practices.

Around 44 lakh students are expected to participate in these exams across India and in 26 other countries, with approximately 8,000 schools being designated as examination centres.

In its recent directive, CBSE has made it clear that schools without CCTV facilities will not be considered as exam centres. The policy also stresses the importance of adhering to privacy regulations, ensuring that students and staff are informed about CCTV installations, and that footage remains confidential and is only accessible to authorised personnel.

The new guidelines specify that cameras must be installed to cover all examination areas, and the footage must be continuously recorded in high resolution. Each school is also required to assign one supervisor for every ten examination rooms or 240 students, reinforcing CBSE’s commitment to upholding the integrity of the exam process.

The board is also focused on supporting students’ well-being, recently conducting a workshop for 150 principals on strategies to help students manage emotional and psychological challenges during exams.