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Kerala Schools to Commence Christmas Exams on Dec 8, Holidays from 18th
✍️ Kerala9.com
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 05:09 PM
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Kerala’s school boards have announced that Christmas exams will start on 8 December, with schools closing for holidays from 18 December.
Kerala’s education authorities have issued a notice that Christmas examinations will begin on 8 December across all affiliated schools. The exams will cover the standard curriculum subjects and are expected to last for a week.
Students will sit for the exams from 8 to 14 December, after which schools will remain open for a brief period to allow for result processing. The holiday break will commence on 18 December, giving students a five‑day respite before the new term starts.
The announcement aims to provide a clear timetable for parents and teachers, ensuring that the examination period does not clash with other academic commitments. Schools are advised to adhere strictly to the prescribed dates to avoid any scheduling conflicts.
Educators anticipate that the structured holiday will help students recover from the exam stress and prepare for the upcoming academic year. The board has urged schools to maintain discipline and support systems during the exam period.
Students will sit for the exams from 8 to 14 December, after which schools will remain open for a brief period to allow for result processing. The holiday break will commence on 18 December, giving students a five‑day respite before the new term starts.
The announcement aims to provide a clear timetable for parents and teachers, ensuring that the examination period does not clash with other academic commitments. Schools are advised to adhere strictly to the prescribed dates to avoid any scheduling conflicts.
Educators anticipate that the structured holiday will help students recover from the exam stress and prepare for the upcoming academic year. The board has urged schools to maintain discipline and support systems during the exam period.