Punjab Govt sets up 3,255 Special Centres for 6,695 Specially Abled Students Appearing in Board Exams: Harjot Singh Bains

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Government has made comprehensive arrangements to facilitate specially abled students appearing in the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) annual examinations, Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains informed on Wednesday, as the annual board examinations commenced from February 17, 2026.

Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said that in a major step towards inclusive education, the state government has established 3,255 special examination centres across Punjab exclusively for 6,695 students with unique abilities, ensuring that every student can participate in the examination process with dignity and confidence.

He informed that out of the total 3,255 special centres, 2,804 have been established for a single student each, ensuring a personalised, stress-free and conducive examination environment for those requiring specialised attention.