CBSE board Denies Exam Paper Leak, Targets Rumor Spreaders

On Monday, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) dismissed the allegations of paper leaks for the 2025 board exams, calling them “groundless and aimed at causing unnecessary panic among students and parents.”

The board is conducting Class 10 and 12 final exams for around 44 lakh students from 8,000 schools in India and abroad. The exams stared on February 15 and will continue till April 4.

“The Board has made comprehensive arrangements to ensure the smooth and fair conduct of the examinations. It has come to the Board’s attention that certain unscrupulous elements are spreading rumours on YouTube, Facebook, `X’ (formerly twitter), and other social media platforms regarding paper leaks or claiming access to the 2025 examination question papers….” CBSE said.

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board said it is actively monitoring and taking action

The board said it is actively monitoring and taking action against those who are spreading false information.

“The Board is working closely with law enforcement agencies to identify and prosecute these offenders. Students found involved in such activities will face consequences under CBSE’s UNFAIR MEANS rules and relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).”

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exams for all subjects cancelled

As per CBSE’s rules against unfair means, sharing or uploading any exam-related material on social media is an offence. If proven, students indulged in this activity can see their current and the next three years’ exams for all subjects cancelled.

In a recent notification, the board urged parents to counsel their children against engaging with or believing unverified information, as it disrupts the exam process.

“The CBSE advises all stakeholders, including students, parents, and schools, to rely solely on official updates from the CBSE website (www.cbse.gov.in) and verified public channels for accurate information.”

“The public is advised to remain cautious of unverified news during the ongoing examinations. CBSE will pursue legal action against anyone found responsible for spreading misinformation to uphold the integrity of the examination process,” the board added.

The CBSE board exams began on February 15, with more than 23 lakh students sitting for the first day’s exams.

On the second day, February 17, Class 12 students took the Physical Education exam, while Class 10 students appeared for papers in Hindustani Music, Rai, Gurung, Tamang, Sherpa, Elements of Bookkeeping & Accountancy, and Physical Activity Trainer.

The exams are being held under strict security measures, including CCTV surveillance, a rigid dress code, and clear instructions for students about what items are permitted in the exam hall, banned items, and rules regarding unfair practices (UFM) along with potential penalties.

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