CBSE Supplementary Exam 2025: Class 10 & 12 Exams Begin July 15 — Apply by June 17

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the Supplementary or Compartment Examinations 2025 for Class 10 and 12 students. This crucial second-chance opportunity is designed for students who could not clear one or more subjects in their main board exams and those seeking to improve their performance in a specific subject.

CBSE Supplementary Exams 2025: Class 10 & 12 Exams Start July 15 - Apply via Schools by June 17

According to the notification, the supplementary exams will commence from July 15, 2025, and the application process must be completed by June 17, 2025, through the respective schools for regular candidates.

Important Dates at a Glance

• Application Begins: May 30, 2025
• Last Date to Apply (Without Late Fee): June 17, 2025
• Late Fee Submission Window: June 18-19, 2025
• Exam Start Date: July 15, 2025
• Admit Cards Available: Last week of June / First week of July
• Result Declaration (Tentative): August 2025

How to Apply for CBSE Supplementary Exam 2025

For Regular Students: Applications must be submitted through their respective schools. Students are advised to contact school authorities promptly to complete the necessary formalities.

For Private Candidates: Applications can be submitted directly through CBSE's official portal: https://cbse.gov.in

Fee Structure (Per Subject)

• Within India: ₹300
• Schools in Nepal: ₹1,000
• Schools Outside India: ₹2,000
• Late Fee (All Categories): ₹2,000 in addition to the subject-wise fee

Eligibility Criteria

Class 10 Students: Eligible to appear in up to two subjects placed in the compartment category.

Class 12 Students: May appear in one subject only for improvement or compartment.

Students who have failed due to the replacement of an elective subject can appear in the failed subject again.

Students who passed but wish to improve marks in one subject may also register for the exam.

Subject Flexibility

CBSE has allowed Class 10 students to switch from Standard Mathematics (041) to Basic Mathematics (241) for the supplementary exam if they initially opted for Standard Maths and didn't pass. This flexibility is aimed at supporting students with different academic strengths and goals.

Admit Cards and Exam Centres

• Regular Students: Will receive admit cards through their schools.
• Private Students: Must download admit cards from the CBSE website closer to the exam date.
• Exam centres will be allotted based on the school or centre of the main examination.

Key Instructions for Students

• Apply before the deadline to avoid late fees and disqualification.
• Carefully choose the subjects and verify personal details during the application process.
• No correction window will be provided after submission, so all information must be double-checked.
• Students must carry the admit card to the examination centre; no entry will be allowed without it.

Conclusion

The CBSE Supplementary Exam 2025 is a valuable opportunity for students to redeem their academic performance and move ahead without losing an academic year. Timely application, proper guidance from schools, and focused preparation can help students make the most of this second chance. For complete updates, guidelines, and forms, students and guardians are encouraged to regularly visit the official CBSE website at www.cbse.gov.in.