Bhubaneswar,: State government on Tuesday asserted that it is committed to ensure smooth conduct of the Plus-II examination. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Tuesday laid emphasis on foolproof arrangement for the Plus-II examination to be condueccted by the Council of Higher Secondary Education.
Chairing a meeting to review the preparation for the examination, he said the state government has commitment to conduct the examination in a fair manner.
He directed all officials of the Board to work accordingly.
Ahuja said serious mistakes like question paper leaks should not occur and the restrictions on use of mobile phones and other electronic devices inside the examination center need to be strictly adhered to.
A senior officer of the rank of Additional District Magistrate has been appointed to supervise the conduct of the examination in the district and Nodal officers will be there.
“The District Collectors will follow the exam management protocol despite their busy schedule and monitor whether it is being done in accordance with the guidelines,” he directed. Similarly, the Council of Higher Education should regularly review the examination at respective levels.
All preparations need to be made so that the administration is conducted smoothly and in an orderly manner, he directed.
Notably, the CHSE has intensified preparations for the Plus Two examination 2025. Starting February 18, 3,93,618 candidates will appear for the exam at 1,276 centres across 30 districts in the State. The exam will conclude on March 27.
To ensure the smooth conduct of the examination, CCTV cameras have been installed at all centres, and arrangements have been made to minimize errors. The CHSE has also formed a five-layer squad to be mobilized to 35 places prior to the examination in 30 districts.
The results will be published within 45 days of completing the Plus Two examination, following existing rules. A total of 3,93,618 students will appear for the Plus Two Arts, Science, and Commerce streams. The exam will be held from 10 AM to 1 PM in 1,276 centres across the State. All the examinations will be finished in 22 sittings.
To prevent malpractices, extensive security arrangements have been made, with all exam centres under CCTV surveillance. Additionally, drinking water and ORS will be provided to students at all exam centres, considering the onset of summer.
