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Higher Secondary 3rd Semester Exam Starts Monday: Strict Security Measures for Question Papers
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News18•20-09-2026, 18:47
Higher Secondary 3rd Semester Exam Starts Monday: Strict Security Measures for Question Papers
- •The Higher Secondary 3rd Semester examination begins Monday, September 21, with strict security measures for question papers.
- •Examinees must answer on OMR sheets; multiple security steps taken to prevent question paper leaks.
- •Each question paper will have a unique serial number, seals opened in front of examinees, and two examinees' signatures taken.
- •Mobile phone possession will lead to exam cancellation; metal detectors for entry, and CCTV cameras at all centers.
- •Answer scripts will now be sent via post and evaluated by machine due to OMR sheet format.
Key Questions Answered
To prevent question paper leaks, each question paper features a unique serial number, and its seal is opened at 10:55 AM in front of examinees with two signatures taken as proof. Additionally, centers are equipped with CCTV cameras, and staff conduct metal detector frisking.
Examinees are permitted to enter the examination center starting from 10:00 AM on exam days.
Since the third semester examinations are conducted using OMR sheets, the answer scripts will be evaluated by machines for the very first time.
