The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has initiated significant reforms in its examination processes and curriculum, aiming to align the state”s education system with national standards. Announced by Board Chairman Dr. Rajesh Sharma, these changes will take effect starting with the annual examinations scheduled for March 2026.
The new examination format will see all three series — A, B, and C — presenting identical questions but in varying orders. This strategy is designed to promote uniformity, transparency, and fairness throughout the examination process. During the announcement, Board Secretary Dr. Major Vishal Sharma echoed these sentiments, calling the reforms a Diwali gift for students in Himachal Pradesh.
In addition to the examination format, the curriculum for students in classes 4 to 6 will undergo revisions in the upcoming academic year. Students enrolled in HPBOSE-affiliated schools will now utilize the same textbooks as those in CBSE-affiliated institutions. This decision aims to eliminate inconsistencies between the two curricula and better prepare students for national-level assessments.
Furthermore, HPBOSE has developed an extensive question paper bank that includes chapter-wise questions to aid students in their studies. To enhance transparency and accountability in the evaluation process, the Board will retain CCTV footage of all examinations for a period of one year.
On the administrative front, HPBOSE has also addressed employee welfare by releasing the pending installment of Dearness Allowance (DA). These educational reforms coincide with broader governmental efforts to strengthen school education throughout the state.
The Himachal Pradesh government has recently resolved to introduce the CBSE curriculum in 100 selected government senior secondary schools starting next academic session. At least one CBSE-affiliated school will be established in every assembly constituency, ensuring wider access to quality education and uniform educational standards.
A dedicated group of teachers will be appointed for these CBSE schools, with plans for merit-based selection and performance-linked incentives. The new institutions will also function as day-boarding schools, emphasizing a well-rounded education that includes sports, arts, nutrition, skills development, and personality enhancement alongside traditional academics.
This initiative aims to elevate the quality of education in government schools, providing rural students with access to the same educational opportunities typically found in CBSE institutions.
