HS Math Exam: WBCHSE Announces Full Marks for Out of Syllabus Questions in HS Mathematics Exam
HS Math Exam: The confusion surrounding the Mathematics paper of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) Fourth Semester examination has finally come to an end. Addressing the concerns of thousands of students, the Council issued a crucial notification on February 19, 2026. Following complaints that certain questions in the Math exam were set from outside the prescribed syllabus, the Council has announced a decision that brings significant relief to the examinees.
Expert Committee’s Verification
Shortly after the Mathematics examination concluded, complaints poured in from various schools and students alleging that parts of the question paper deviated from the official curriculum. Recognizing the seriousness of the matter, the Council promptly consulted with Subject Experts to investigate the claims.
After a thorough review, the experts confirmed the validity of the complaints. They identified that questions worth a total of 10 marks were indeed “Out of Syllabus.” Acknowledging this oversight, the Council has taken a proactive step to ensure no student is unfairly penalized.
Details of the Questions and Marks
According to the official notification, the discrepancy was found in three specific questions. The details are as follows:
- Question No. 2B: Allocated Marks – 2
- Question No. 11B: Allocated Marks – 4
- Question No. 11C: Allocated Marks – 4
A total of 10 marks are at stake regarding these specific questions.
Who Will Awarded Full Marks?
The Council has explicitly stated its decision regarding the evaluation of these erroneous questions. Any candidate who has attempted these three questions (2B, 11B, and 11C) will be awarded full marks for them. This means that regardless of whether the answer is correct or incorrect, the mere effort to answer the question will entitle the student to the full 10 marks.
Council’s Message to Students
In the concluding part of the notice, the WBCHSE reassured students that the Council is committed to protecting their interests. Students who were anxious about losing marks due to the out-of-syllabus questions have been advised to let go of their worries. The Council has urged all examinees to focus on their remaining papers with a calm and positive mindset. This student-friendly decision has been widely appreciated by educators and parents alike.
