West Bengal School Class Suspension Notice for HS Exam 2026

HS Exam 2026: The Higher Secondary Examination represents a pivotal moment in the academic calendar of West Bengal. To ensure that this massive exercise is conducted smoothly and without disturbance, the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has issued a significant directive regarding the suspension of regular classes in schools. This move comes in response to a specific request from the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE).

Duration and Scope of Class Suspension

According to the official notification released on February 10, 2026, academic activities will be temporarily paused in select institutions. The primary objective is to facilitate the seamless administration of the 2026 Higher Secondary Exams.

• Effective Dates: The suspension of classes will be in effect from February 12, 2026, to February 27, 2026.
• Targeted Institutions: It is important to note that this order applies specifically to Government, Government-aided, and Sponsored Junior High and Higher Secondary schools that have been designated as examination venues for the HS exams. In these specific schools, all classes and academic activities up to the Secondary section will remain suspended during the exam days.

Complexity of the 2026 Exam Schedule

The decision to suspend classes is driven by the logistical complexity of the 2026 examination cycle. Unlike previous years, the upcoming schedule involves multiple formats of examinations running concurrently, requiring heightened security and silence in the school premises. The exams scheduled include:

• Semester 4 Examinations: Part of the new curriculum structure.
• Semester 3 Supplementary Exams: For students clearing their backlogs.
• Higher Secondary Examination: Conducted under the Old Regulation.

Directives for Head of Institutions

The WBBSE has explicitly instructed the Headmasters and Heads of Institutions to implement this order strictly. The suspension of regular classes is intended to ensure that the exam centers maintain a quiet and secure environment, free from the noise and commotion of regular school days. This proactive measure aims to provide examinees with the best possible conditions to perform in their crucial board exams.