HSC Exams Postponed in Flood-Hit Chattogram Districts; Other Boards Proceed

Examinations across most education boards in Bangladesh will continue as planned, with the exception of districts affected by severe flooding under the Chattogram Education Board. The Bangladesh Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee confirmed that tests under the Dhaka, Rajshahi, Cumilla, Jashore, Sylhet, Barishal, Dinajpur, and Mymensingh boards will proceed on their scheduled dates.

Similarly, examinations under the Bangladesh Madrasah Education Board and the Bangladesh Technical Education Board will also take place as planned in all districts, excluding those falling under Chattogram's jurisdiction. This ensures minimal disruption to the academic schedules of students in unaffected regions.

However, the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations slated for July 13, 15, and 16 have been postponed in all districts under the Chattogram Education Board. This decision, made in response to the ongoing flood situation, also applies to Alim exams under the Madrasah Board and HSC (BMT), HSC (Vocational), and Diploma in Commerce exams under the Technical Board within Chattogram districts. These postponements are a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of students and examination personnel.

This latest postponement follows earlier decisions to cancel exams scheduled for July 8 and July 11 in the Chattogram districts due to the same flood crisis. The committee stated that further notice regarding rescheduled dates will be provided in due course, prioritizing the safety of those involved in the examination process.