JKBOSE Class 11th Practical Exam 2025 (Winter Zone) to Be Conducted at Respective Schools: Official Circular Issued
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has officially released a circular regarding the external practical assessment for Class 11th (HSP-I) students of the Annual/Regular 2025 (October – November session) belonging to the Winter Zone of Jammu Division. According to the latest notification, the practical examinations will now be conducted in the candidates’ respective schools, both Government and Private, instead of external centers.
This decision has been taken due to the severe cold weather conditions and sub-zero temperatures affecting several areas of Jammu Division during the winter season. The circular emphasizes safeguarding the academic interest of students while also ensuring their 100% attendance in such harsh weather conditions.
📄 Official PDF Link:
🔗 https://jkbose.nic.in/pdf/external%20assessment%2011th%20winter%20zone.pdf
Why JKBOSE Changed the Practical Exam Venue?
JKBOSE has highlighted that the extreme temperatures make it difficult for students to travel to external exam centers. To ensure student safety and better attendance, the board has allowed the conduct of practicals within the parent schools under certain conditions.
Key Weather Concerns Mentioned:
- Sub-zero temperature in many regions.
- Difficulty in student travel due to severe cold.
- Attendance issues during winter conditions.
This step will help students comfortably appear for examinations without facing climatic challenges.
JKBOSE Class 11th Practical Exams: New Guidelines
The circular has laid down some important guidelines that schools must follow. Below are the highlights:
1. Practical Exams to be Conducted at Parent Schools
- All affiliated schools (Government & Private) will conduct the practicals within their own premises.
- Schools should ensure proper arrangements for smooth conduct of exams.
2. Minimum Number of Students Required
- Each institution must have at least 25 candidates per subject to conduct the external practical exam.
3. External Examiners to be Appointed
- Even though the exam venue is shifted to schools, external examiners will still be appointed by JKBOSE.
- Schools are not allowed to appoint their own internal examiners for external practicals.
4. Centre Notices to Be Prepared
- All Heads of Schools and concerned Sub/Branch offices must prepare and publish the external practical centre notices accordingly.
Purpose Behind This Decision
JKBOSE has clearly stated that the facilitation of conducting practical examinations in the parent schools has been made to safeguard the academic interest of students. The move aims to ensure:
- 100% student attendance
- Comfort and convenience during harsh weather
- Discipline and transparency through external examiners
- Equal opportunity for all Government and Private institutions
The board has taken a student-friendly approach while maintaining examination standards through appointed examiners.
Who Has Received the Instructions?
The circular has been forwarded to several educational authorities to ensure strict implementation. These include:
- Director, School Education, Jammu
- Divisional Secretary, JKBOSE
- All Assistant Secretaries/Sub Branch Offices including Leh District
- PS to Chairman, JKBOSE
- Information Officer, Jammu Division (to publish notice in newspapers)
- IT & SS Department for website update
- Heads of all Government and Private affiliated schools
This indicates the board’s intention to widely publicize and enforce the new guidelines.
What Does This Mean for Students?
For Class 11th students appearing in the Annual/Regular 2025 Winter Zone exams:
✔ No Need to Travel Outside Your School
Students will appear for their practical exams at their own school, reducing travel stress and expenses.
✔ External Examiner Will Evaluate
The exam will still maintain authenticity and transparency through authorized external examiners.
✔ Better Attendance and Safety
Cold weather won’t affect attendance as students will stay within their locality or school premises.
✔ Smooth and Comfortable Exam Experience
This is especially helpful in hilly areas where travel becomes risky during winter.
Important Instructions for Schools
Schools must ensure:
- Proper lab arrangements and materials are available.
- Practical record files and projects are prepared on time.
- Teachers cooperate with appointed external examiners.
- Centre notices are published early for student awareness.
Schools failing to adhere could face administrative consequences, as JKBOSE aims to standardize the evaluation process.
Final Takeaway
The JKBOSE Class 11th Practical Exam 2025 (Winter Zone) decision is a student-centric policy that reduces inconvenience caused by extreme cold weather. It balances comfort with transparency by conducting exams at schools while deploying external examiners.
Students and schools must stay updated through the official JKBOSE website for further updates.
📎 Download Official Circular PDF Here:
🔗 https://jkbose.nic.in/pdf/external%20assessment%2011th%20winter%20zone.pdf
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