The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) will award full marks for three mathematics questions from the HS Semester 4 Examination 2026 . The council confirmed these questions were outside the official syllabus. Students who attempted them will receive a total of 10 marks. This decision addresses concerns raised after the exam on February 19, 2026. Thousands of students took the test.
Out-of-Syllabus Questions Identified
The WBCHSE identified three specific questions as falling outside the prescribed curriculum for the Semester IV Mathematics exam. These questions have been marked for compensatory grading.
| Question Number | Marks Allocated |
|---|---|
| 2B | 2 |
| 11B | 4 |
| 11C | 4 |
Marking Scheme for Affected Questions
Students who answered any of these three questions will receive full marks for them. The total awarded marks will be 10. This adjustment will be part of the evaluation process when results are prepared. Students do not need to file any separate applications or grievances regarding these questions.
Next Steps for Students
The council’s acknowledgment and decision offer reassurance to students. They can now focus on their academic planning without concern for the out-of-syllabus questions. Final results will reflect the awarded compensatory marks. Students should monitor the official WBCHSE website for further updates regarding results and notifications.
This move aims to ensure fairness in the examination process. Educational experts have stressed the need for thorough syllabus adherence and quality control in future exam paper preparation.