Adviser to the Ministry of Education Dr C R Abrar on Thursday said that any attempt to leak question papers or spread rumors during the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations will be strictly dealt with.
He said that coordinated efforts have been taken to ensure a fair and disciplined environment during examinations across the country.
Dr C R Abrar spoke to reporters during his visit to the Bhashantek Government College exam center in Dhaka on Thursday
“If everyone remains vigilant, there will be no opportunity for dishonest groups to leak HSC 2025 question papers. We are fully alert, just as we were during the SSC exams,” he said.
A total of 12,51,111 students from 9,300 institutions across the country are appearing in this year’s Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations under 11 education boards, including 9 general education boards.
The exams—which began on Thursday—are being held at 2,797 centers.
Exams for the theoretical papers will run until August 10, followed by practical exams beginning from August 11.
Dr Abrar acknowledged that there are always threads of concern about question paper leaks every year, but assured that authorities are better prepared this year.
“We successfully conducted the SSC exams earlier this year, and we are confident that the HSC exams will also proceed smoothly. Based on our previous experiences, we’ve taken lessons and implemented improved measures,” he said.
He emphasized that education boards, civil administration, law enforcement agencies, and educational authorities are working in sync to ensure order and integrity at the exam venues.
“We are hopeful that we can publish the results in the shortest possible time,” he added.
On the quality of the question paper, he clarified: “I haven’t personally seen the question paper, but some will find it easy, others difficult — that depends on their preparation. What we ensure is the quality and standard of the paper.”
Dr Abrar further informed that all coaching centers across the country will remain closed until August 15 to prevent any malpractice.
While acknowledging that some challenges remain, he said: “The system has improved compared to the past. Still, some problems persist. We will continue to work on resolving these issues step by step.”