CBSE makes three languages mandatory for Class 9 from 2026
The CBSE has made three languages mandatory for Class 9 (and Class 10) starting July 1, 2026, as per a notification issued on May 15, 2026.
Key details of the new policy:
This change applies to the 2026–27 academic session for Class IX students. The third language will be evaluated through school-based assessment rather than the CBSE Board examination.
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