No auto-pass, stricter monitoring for SSC 2026: Minister Milon

Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon on Tuesday issued strict directives to ensure that the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations 2026 are conducted in a fair, transparent and time-appropriate manner, with zero tolerance for malpractice.The minister came up with the directives at a view-exchange meeting with chairmen of all education boards and senior officials of the Ministry of Education at the ministry’s conference room.Reviewing the overall preparations for the SSC and equivalent examinations, Milon instructed authorities concerned to re-investigate vulnerable exam centres and prepare an updated list to prevent any irregularities.Reaffirming a tough stance against question leaks and cheating, the minister said necessary laws would be enacted to prevent malpractice through digital devices.Milon also directed that thorough body searches of examinees be ensured before entering examination halls and that teachers play a proactive role in preventing cheating.“If any question paper or related content is found to be uploaded ...

• 03 Mar 2026