BSEAP

The Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh (BSEAP), also known as the Directorate of Government Examinations, Andhra Pradesh, is an independent agency working under the Ministry of Secondary Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Established in 1953, it is responsible for supervising and regulating the system of secondary education in the state.

The board conducts the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations twice a year—once for the regular stream in March/April and again for the vocational/supplementary stream in May/June. BSEAP is recognized for maintaining high academic standards and ensuring the integrity of the public examination system in Andhra Pradesh. More information can be found on the official BSEAP website.

BSEAP was established shortly after the formation of the Andhra state in 1953. Over the decades, it has evolved from a small administrative body into a comprehensive educational board managing millions of students. Following the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh in 2014, the board's headquarters was shifted to Vijayawada/Guntur to better serve the truncated state.

Historically, the board has been a pioneer in implementing the Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) pattern in South India, aimed at reducing the mental pressure on students during final board exams.

The Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh, has jurisdiction strictly over the state of Andhra Pradesh. It governs several types of educational institutions, including:

• Government Schools
• Zilla Parishad Schools
• Municipal Schools
• Aided Schools
• Private Unaided Schools

All schools offering the SSC curriculum within the 26 districts of Andhra Pradesh must be affiliated with BSEAP to register students for the board examinations.

The BSEAP SSC (Class 10) exam pattern typically consists of six subjects. The evaluation is based on a 100-mark system for each paper, totaling 600 marks.

• Subjects: First Language (Telugu/Urdu), Second Language (Hindi/Special English), Third Language (English), Mathematics, Science (Physical & Biological), and Social Studies.
• Syllabus: The board follows the SCERT Andhra Pradesh curriculum. Students can download the latest version from the official syllabus page.
• Grading System: BSEAP uses a 10-point GPA system. Grades range from A1 (91-100 marks) to E (below 35 marks - Fail).

It is important to note that in Andhra Pradesh, Class 12 (Intermediate) is not governed by BSEAP. Instead, it is managed by the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP).

The BIEAP conducts the Junior Inter (Class 11) and Senior Inter (Class 12) examinations. The curriculum is divided into streams such as MPC (Maths, Physics, Chemistry), BiPC (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), CEC (Civics, Economics, Commerce), and HEC (History, Economics, Civics). Evaluation is based on a total of 1000 marks across two years.

The BSEAP SSC Exam 2026 is tentatively scheduled to commence in the third week of March 2026 and conclude by the first week of April 2026. The examinations are usually held in a single shift from 9:30 AM to 12:45 PM.

The detailed time table for 2026 is expected to be released in December 2025. Students should regularly check the official date sheet section for the finalized schedule. Practical examinations for vocational subjects usually take place in February 2026.

To be eligible for the BSEAP SSC 2026 exams, a student must:

• Have successfully completed Class 9 from a recognized school.
• Maintain a minimum attendance of 75% in Class 10.
• Be at least 14 years of age as of August 31 of the examination year (age relaxation is subject to board approval).

The registration process is handled by the respective school heads through the board's online portal. Private candidates (Once Failed candidates) must register through the HM (Head Master) of the school where they previously studied.

To pass the BSEAP SSC examination, a student must secure a minimum of 35% marks in each subject. For subjects with two papers, the aggregate of both papers is considered. In Science, students must pass both Physical Science and Biological Science components.

Results are typically announced in May. Students can access their marks memos via the official results portal. Those who fail in one or more subjects are eligible to appear for the Advanced Supplementary Examinations held in June/July.

BSEAP students are eligible for various state and national level scholarships, including:

• NMMS (National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship): For students in Class 8 to support their secondary education.
• NTSE (National Talent Search Examination): A national-level scholarship program to identify and nurture talented students.
• Pratibha Awards: State government awards for merit students who excel in the SSC examinations.

Merit holders also receive preference in admissions to IIITs (RGUKT) in Andhra Pradesh.

For official queries, students and parents can contact the board headquarters: