The board stressed that the surveillance footage must be securely stored and readily available for review if required
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams in 2025 will be conducted for approximately 44 lakh students across 8,000 schools in India and 26 countries abroad. In a recent communication to school principals, CBSE’s Controller of Examinations, Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, emphasized the importance of CCTV monitoring at all exam centres to ensure transparency and prevent malpractices.
Dr. Bhardwaj made it clear that schools without proper CCTV surveillance would not be allowed to serve as exam centres. “All examination halls, including entrances, exits, and desks, must be under CCTV coverage,” Bhardwaj said. The CBSE mandated that cameras should capture clear, high-resolution footage that allows visibility of student actions and exam materials throughout the duration of the exams.
The board stressed that the surveillance footage must be securely stored and readily available for review if required. Only designated examination officials and security personnel will have access to the live feed, ensuring the integrity of the examination process.
In addition to the CCTV coverage, an invigilator will be assigned to monitor the footage for every 10 rooms and report any incidents of misconduct or unfair practices. This step is part of the board’s ongoing efforts to uphold the sanctity of the examination process and ensure a fair environment for all students.
The implementation of these security measures is seen as a proactive approach by the CBSE to tackle exam-related malpractices and enhance accountability during the 2025 board exams.
