JKBOSE Issues Circular for Conduct & Submission of External Practical Exams for Classes 10th & 12th (Vocational Subjects) – Winter Zone Jammu Division
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE), Rehari Colony Jammu, has officially released a new circular regarding the Conduct and Submission Protocol for External Practical Examinations for Class 10th and Class 12th students enrolled in Vocational Subjects in Government schools of Winter Zone areas in Jammu Division.
According to the circular issued under No. F(JSE-JD/Ext-Prac/Voc)B/2025 dated 25-11-2025, the concerned Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) will supervise and conduct these practical examinations through appointed External Assessors.
📅 Practical Examination Schedule
The external practical exams will be held as per the following notified dates:
| Class | Type | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Class 10th | Vocational Subjects | From 26th November 2025 |
| Class 12th | Vocational Subjects | From 3rd December 2025 |
These practicals will take place in respective Government High and Higher Secondary Schools where the students are enrolled.
📝 Key Instructions Issued by JKBOSE
JKBOSE has directed all Heads of Government High and Higher Secondary Schools of Winter Zone Jammu Division to strictly comply with the following mandatory guidelines:
1️⃣ Collection of Assessment Copies
- Only one duly completed copy of the External Practical Assessment must be obtained.
- This should be collected immediately after the completion of each exam.
- The copy must be received directly from the External Assessor by the Head of the institution.
2️⃣ Sealed Submission to Board
- After collection, the school must send the assessment copy to the concerned Sub/Branch Board Office.
- The copy must be submitted in a properly sealed envelope.
- Schools must ensure no delay in dispatching the assessment record.
- Prompt forwarding is required for onward submission to the Secrecy Section of JKBOSE’s Jammu Division.
3️⃣ Adherence to Notified Schedule
- Schools must follow the designated dates without fail.
- Any disruption or deviation can impact the smooth conduct of examinations.
- Compliance ensures timely evaluation and early declaration of results.
🎯 Objective Behind the Circular
JKBOSE has emphasized that all schools and assessors ensure:
- Proper coordination and compliance with issued guidelines
- Smooth completion of practical examinations
- Avoidance of delays in assessment submission
- Swift processing for the prompt result declaration
The board reiterated that meticulous handling of assessments is essential to maintain examination integrity and ensure successful academic proceedings for students offering vocational subjects.
👨🏫 Who Must Take Action?
The circular is forwarded to various responsible authorities for immediate compliance, including:
- Director School Education Jammu
- Director Academy (Central)
- Project Director, Samagra Shiksha (UT of J&K)
- Joint Secretary, Secrecy – Jammu Division
- Nodal Officer Vocational Education, JKBOSE
- Chief Education Officers of Jammu Division
- Deputies and Section Officers of Exams Department
- Project Coordinator Vocational Education – JK Samagra Shiksha
- All HoIs (Government Schools of Winter Zone Jammu Division)
- ITSS JD for uploading the circular on JKBOSE website
This makes it clear that vocational examination management is a coordinated effort across multiple administrative levels.
✨ Importance of Vocational Practical Exams
Vocational education has been given increasing importance under NEP 2020 to promote skill-based learning among students. These practical assessments are crucial as they:
- Evaluate hands-on skills
- Prepare students for industry-oriented employment
- Help in skill certification approved by National Sector Skill Councils (SSC)
- Strengthen confidence in applied learning
🛑 Schools Advised: No Laxity Will Be Accepted
JKBOSE has clearly mentioned that:
“Strict compliance with the schedule and instructions is mandatory.”
Any negligence:
- Could delay the result processing
- Can lead to administrative issues for both teachers & students
- May reflect poorly in performance reporting and academic record submission
Thus, all schools must ensure thorough readiness and coordination with assessors before the exam dates.
📍 Applicability of The Circular
This circular is only for:
- Winter Zone Areas
- Government High & Higher Secondary Schools
- Jammu Division Students
- Classes 10th & 12th
- Vocational Subjects only
Students of Summer Zone and other streams will follow their own scheduled notifications separately.
🔍 What Should Students Do Now?
Students appearing in the vocational practicals are advised to:
- Stay in regular touch with their school authorities
- Keep practical notebooks and project files updated
- Ensure attendance on allotted dates
- Prepare tools, materials, or models required for assessment
- Clarify exam patterns and checklists from their vocational teachers
📌 Final Note
The issued schedule marks the beginning of Board Exam activity for the 2025 session in Jammu Winter Zone Schools. This is an important milestone for students of vocational courses, as practical performance holds significant weightage in final results.
JKBOSE is ensuring a timely and transparent evaluation process with this well-organized schedule.
