Summer vacations in schools in this state will last only six days. Learn why this decision was made.

The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has taken a major decision, reducing students' summer vacation from 11 days to six.

Important news has come to light for students and parents in West Bengal. The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has announced major changes to the summer vacations for 2026. While students typically receive a long summer break in May and June, the vacation period has now been reduced to just six days. The board states that this decision was taken to balance the academic session and reduce study pressure. According to the new guidelines, the summer break will now last from May 11th to May 17th. According to the WBBSE, this decision will reduce the study pressure on students and prevent academic loss.

Summer Vacation Reduced from 11 Days to 6 Days

The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has taken a major decision, reducing students' summer vacation from 11 days to 6 days. This decision will apply to every school affiliated with the board. Reactions to this decision are mixed. The board states that the total number of holidays throughout the year must be kept within a certain limit, which is why the summer vacation has been cut.

25 Days of Continuous Holidays for Festivals

While the board has reduced the summer vacation from 11 days to just 6 days in West Bengal this year, there is some good news for students and teachers. The board has significantly increased the holidays during the festive season. This time, major festivals like Durga Puja, Kali Puja, and Bhaiphonta will receive a continuous 25-day holiday. This means that while the holidays may be shorter during the summer heat, they will enjoy ample relaxation during the festivals. This change brings relief to students, parents, and school staff. The long festive break will not only provide mental relaxation but also increase the opportunity to spend time with family.

Supplement Sheets Discontinued in the 12th Board Exam

The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has taken several other important decisions, including completely discontinuing supplement sheets for the 12th-grade board exams to be held in 2026. This means that students will no longer receive any extra sheets during the exam. Students will now have to answer in the answer sheet provided.

Signatures on Copies Mandatory

The West Bengal Board has implemented a new rule this year to make the examination process more stringent and transparent. The examiner or invigilator's signature will now be mandatory on the last page of every student's answer sheet. If this signature is missing, the answer sheet will be considered invalid. This rule will reduce the possibility of copy alterations, page additions, or checking errors, ensuring fair marks for students.