Goemkarponn desk
PORVORIM: Students who did not clear classes IX and XI during the academic year 2020-21 can now appear as private candidates for the Class X and XII 2022 board examination according to the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Education (GBSHE) circular.
GBSHE has informed that it is a one-time concession for students due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“After extensive deliberations, it was decided to allow ‘needs improvement’ students of Class IX and XI of the academic year 2020-21 to appear as private candidates irrespective of age in the ensuing public examination 2021-22 for Class X and XII respectively, as a one-time measure in view of the Covid-19 pandemic situation. Further, Class XI ‘needs improvement’ students can appear as private candidates only in non-practical subjects,” GBSHE states.
GBSHE has said that those interested candidates who want to apply can be registered on the official website by October 20.
“For registration as Private Candidate, the option may be given to the Student to choose any school of their choice or can choose their respective school. Board will pay 60% of enrolment fees of the Private Candidates as a token of appreciation,” the Board said.
Meanwhile, the enrolment fee is pegged at Rs 800, and the scrutiny fee is Rs 400.
Those Schools opted by the students to register as Private Candidates shall provide them with study material and necessary guidance voluntarily and conduct Internal Assessment and send Marks to the Board for further needful action.
