The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has issued a new circular outlining the complete conduct and submission protocol for the External Practical Examinations for Classes 10 and 12 (Vocational Subjects) for the 2025 Annual Session. The circular, issued from the New Campus Bemina, Srinagar, under Notification No. F(JSE-KD/Ext-Prac/Voc) B/2025, dated 25 November 2025, provides detailed instructions for schools, principals, assessors, and concerned board offices.
The External Practical Exams for Vocational Subjects will be conducted by the Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) through their appointed External Assessors. JKBOSE has emphasized strict adherence to protocol to ensure a smooth, transparent, and timely examination process, enabling the Board to declare practical examination results without delay.
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As per the circular, the practical examinations will commence from 26 November 2025 for Class 10 and from 3 December 2025 for Class 12. The instructions focus on assessment copy collection, sealed submission, and schedule compliance, which are mandatory for all Government High and Higher Secondary institutions across Kashmir Division, including District Kargil.
Purpose of the Circular
JKBOSE has issued this circular to:
- Streamline the conduct of vocational practical exams
- Ensure uniformity and transparency in the evaluation process
- Prevent delays in submission of assessment copies
- Strengthen coordination between External Assessors, schools, and board offices
- Ensure timely declaration of results
The circular is addressed to all Headmasters and Principals of Government High and Higher Secondary Schools in the Kashmir Division.
Schedule for JKBOSE External Practical Exams 2025
| Class | Subject Type | Commencement Date |
|---|---|---|
| Class 10 | Vocational Subjects | 26 November 2025 |
| Class 12 | Vocational Subjects | 3 December 2025 |
Schools must ensure that all arrangements, examiner coordination, and documentation are completed before these dates.
Key Instructions for Conduct of JKBOSE External Practical Exams 2025
JKBOSE has outlined three major responsibilities for schools. All Heads of Institutions must follow these instructions strictly.
1. Collection of Assessment Copy
- After the practical examination concludes, the Principal or Head of the Institution must obtain one duly completed copy of the External Practical Assessment.
- This copy must be collected immediately upon completion of the exam.
- The External Assessor appointed by the Sector Skill Council is responsible for handing over the completed assessment copy.
This step is essential to maintain authenticity and ensure no gaps in the assessment chain.
2. Sealed Submission to Board Office
Once the assessment copy is collected:
- The school must place the assessment copy in a properly sealed envelope.
- The sealed packet must be submitted without any delay to the concerned Sub/Branch Board Office.
- The Board Office will then forward these sealed copies to the Secrecy Section of JKBOSE, Kashmir Division.
JKBOSE has stressed that the submission must be timely to avoid any disruption in the compilation of practical exam results.
3. Adherence to Schedule
This is one of the strictest parts of the circular:
- Schools must comply meticulously with the notified practical examination schedule.
- Any deviation from the schedule will adversely affect the smooth conduct of the exams.
- Institutions are instructed to follow all guidelines exactly as stated to ensure transparency and accountability.
The board has highlighted that timely completion of exams is directly linked to the on-time declaration of results.
Responsibilities of External Assessors
While the circular is addressed primarily to institutions, External Assessors also play a key role:
- They must conduct practical exams as per guidelines of the Sector Skill Councils (SSCs).
- They must ensure fair, unbiased, and accurate evaluation.
- They must provide the duly filled and authenticated assessment copy immediately to the school head.
- Coordination with school administration is essential to maintain the schedule.
Their professionalism directly affects the quality and credibility of vocational examination assessment.
Why Proper Compliance Is Essential
JKBOSE’s focus on strict compliance ensures:
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- Smooth and uniform conduct of practical exams across the division
- Prevention of errors or delays in assessment submission
- A transparent record of each student’s evaluation
- Timely forwarding of assessment data to JKBOSE’s Secrecy Section
- Minimization of administrative delays that could impact final result timelines
This is especially important for vocational subjects, where students’ practical performance carries high weightage in their overall evaluation.
What Schools Must Ensure Before Exams Begin
To meet JKBOSE requirements, institutions should:
- Coordinate early with External Assessors
- Prepare labs and vocational workspaces in advance
- Maintain updated attendance and roll number lists
- Ensure seals, envelopes, and forwarding documents are ready
- Allocate a responsible staff member for assessment submission
- Monitor the schedule closely to avoid missing deadlines
Efficient planning reduces last-minute confusion and ensures full compliance.
Summary of JKBOSE External Practical Exam Protocol
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Assessment Copy Collection | Completed copy must be obtained immediately from External Assessor |
| Sealed Submission | Submit sealed assessment copy to Board Office without delay |
| Schedule Compliance | Mandatory adherence to notified exam schedule |
| External Assessors | Appointed by SSCs; responsible for fair and accurate assessment |
| Exam Start (Class 10) | 26 November 2025 |
| Exam Start (Class 12) | 3 December 2025 |
