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Education
Ri Bhoi Resident to Take SSLC Exam After 37 Years
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 09:02 PM
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A man from Ri Bhoi district in Meghalaya plans to sit for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate exam after a 37‑year hiatus, marking a rare comeback to formal education.
A 57‑year‑old resident of Ri Bhoi district in Meghalaya has announced his intention to appear for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exam after a 37‑year break. The man, who left school in the early 1980s, says he now feels ready to complete the formal education he abandoned.
The SSLC exam, conducted by the state education board, is a prerequisite for many higher‑level courses and employment opportunities in India. The candidate’s decision has drawn attention from local media and educational authorities.
Officials from the Meghalaya Education Department have expressed support for the initiative, noting that adult education programs exist to facilitate such late‑comers. They also highlighted the importance of lifelong learning and the potential benefits for the individual’s future prospects.
The SSLC exam, conducted by the state education board, is a prerequisite for many higher‑level courses and employment opportunities in India. The candidate’s decision has drawn attention from local media and educational authorities.
Officials from the Meghalaya Education Department have expressed support for the initiative, noting that adult education programs exist to facilitate such late‑comers. They also highlighted the importance of lifelong learning and the potential benefits for the individual’s future prospects.