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Odisha CBSE approves proposal to introduce open book assessment in schools
PUBLISHED: 11 Aug 2025, 10:08 PM IST
LAST UPDATE: 11 Aug 2025, 10:24 PM IST
CBSE approves proposal to introduce open book assessment in schools
In a significant move, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has approved the proposal to introduce open book assessments in schools, allowing students to carry textbooks and class notes into the examination hall. A pilot project for this initiative will begin this year.
As per reports, starting from the 2026–27 academic session, CBSE will implement open book assessments for Class IX students. Under this system, examinees will be permitted to take their textbooks and class notes into the examination hall and use them while answering questions. The arrangement will apply to major subjects such as languages, mathematics, science, and social science.
The CBSE governing body had given approval for the pilot rollout in June this year, aiming to evaluate its effectiveness and acceptance in schools. This decision aligns with the National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023 and the National Education Policy 2020, which seek to shift students’ focus away from rote memorization towards analytical and competency-based learning.
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