The Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) commenced its Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) examinations on February 11, 2025, with a total of 17,194 students appearing for the Class 12 board exams across 68 centres statewide. The exams are scheduled to run until March 7. Among the candidates, 546 students are sitting for compartmental exams. Under the main category, 12,403 students are enrolled in the arts stream, 1,026 in commerce, and 3,219 in the science stream, according to official sources.
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio extended his heartfelt wishes to all candidates. “May your dedication, hard work, and focus bring great success. My prayers for good health and peace,” Rio conveyed in a post on X (formerly Twitter). He also wished the NBSE success in ensuring a smooth and efficient conduct of the examinations. The NBSE has reportedly implemented strict measures to prevent malpractice, ensuring a fair and conducive examination environment. With adequate security personnel and invigilators deployed at all examination centres, authorities aim to uphold the integrity of the exam process.
The HSSLC exams hold significant importance for students as they pave the way for higher education and career opportunities. Parents, teachers, and students across Nagaland remain hopeful for positive outcomes as the board exams get underway.
