Karnataka SSLC 2026 Update: Governor Seeks Review of Third Language Grading Policy in Class 10 Exams

Pratyasha Chaturvedi
Last Updated: Apr 4, 2026, 17:10 IST

The Governor of Karnataka has asked the state to review the third language grading system in SSLC 2026. The move comes amid concerns over its impact on student learning and subject importance.

Karnataka SSLC 2026 Update
Karnataka SSLC 2026 Update

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Karnataka SSLC 2026: Karnataka SSLC 2026 evaluation system has drawn attention after the Governor urged the state government to reconsider the third language grading policy for Class 10 board exams. The concern revolves around the recent decision to assess the third language using grades instead of marks. According to the update, the Governor has asked officials to take a fresh look at the policy and examine its possible impact on students’ academic performance and language learning.

The issue was raised following representations highlighting that the current system may reduce the importance of third languages in the overall assessment. Under the revised system, the third language subject is graded rather than marked, and its score is not added to the total marks in the SSLC results. This has led to concerns among educators and stakeholders about whether students will take the subject seriously.

Karnataka SSLC 2026: Concerns Over Third Language in SSLC Exams

Education experts and language advocates believe that excluding marks for the third language could affect students’ interest and engagement. They argue that languages play an important role in cognitive development and preserving regional diversity. The Governor’s intervention signals a possible review or revision of the policy. 

The state government is expected to evaluate feedback from various stakeholders before making a final decision. Meanwhile, students appearing for the Karnataka SSLC Exams 2026 are advised to stay updated with the official announcements. Any change in the grading or marking scheme could impact the final structure.

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Pratyasha Chaturvedi
Pratyasha Chaturvedi

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    Pratyasha is a content writer for Jagran Josh's college section, creating educational articles for students. She holds a B.A. Honours in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology from Banaras Hindu University. She enjoys mythology, fantasy books, and travelling. She can be contacted at pratyasha.chaturvedi@jagrannewmedia.com.

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    First Published: Apr 4, 2026, 17:10 IST
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