The number of students sitting for the SSC Exam 2026 under the Jessore Education Board has decreased compared to last year. The exams are scheduled to begin on April 21.
This year, a total of 135,089 students will take part. Last year, the number was 138,851. The board’s Controller of Examinations, Professor Dr. Abdul Matin, confirmed the decline of 3,762 candidates.
Board data shows that students from 2,572 secondary schools will sit for the exams at 299 centres. Among the candidates, 66,928 are male, and 68,161 are female. Female students outnumber male students by 1,233 this year.
In terms of categories, 109,266 students are regular candidates. Another 25,678 are irregular, and 145 are appearing to improve their Grade Point Average (GPA). The Humanities group has the highest number of candidates, with 82,411 students. Science has 39,426 candidates, while 13,252 students are from the Business Studies group.
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District-wise, Jessore has the highest number of candidates at 22,088. Khulna follows with 21,428, and Kushtia has 19,749 students. Other districts include Jhenaidah, Satkhira, Bagerhat, Chuadanga, Magura, Narail, and Meherpur.
Professor Abdul Matin said all preparations are complete to ensure a smooth examination process. Authorities have already held meetings with centre secretaries and issued clear instructions.
He added that strict measures will be in place to prevent cheating. Section 144, which restricts gatherings, will be enforced around exam centres. Officials warned that any irregularities will lead to strict action as the exams proceed.
