New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released an official statement refuting the rumors circulating on social media about a paper leak for the 2025 board exams. The board assured students and parents that these allegations are baseless and aimed at creating unnecessary panic. It further emphasized that strict measures are in place to ensure a smooth and fair examination process.
The CBSE notice states, “Certain unscrupulous elements are spreading rumors on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and other social media regarding paper leaks or claiming access to the 2025 examination question papers. These claims are baseless and intended to create unnecessary panic. The CBSE is actively monitoring and taking action against those responsible for spreading false information.”
The Board also urged parents to advise their children not to engage with or believe unverified information, which could disrupt the examination process. “All stakeholders, including students, parents, and schools, should rely only on official communications from the CBSE, available on the website and verified public channels for accurate updates,” the notice added.
In addition, CBSE reminded students that engaging with fake news could lead to serious consequences. “Students found involved in such activities will face repercussions under CBSE’s Unfair Means rules and relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).”
The CBSE board exams began on February 15, 2025, with over 42 lakh students appearing at more than 7,800 centers across India and abroad. The total number of students includes 24.12 lakh Class 10 students across 84 subjects and over 17.88 lakh Class 12 students across 120 subjects.
