Bangladesh’s Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan, known for his past anti-cheating stance, is preparing to conduct the upcoming Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations from April 21, 2026, in a fully cheat- and leak-free environment. Within two months of assuming office, he has declared a zero-tolerance policy against exam malpractice and held multiple meetings with education boards and administrators to ensure strict compliance.

The Ministry of Education and the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) have issued 11-point directives to all exam centers, mandating CCTV installation, strict mobile phone restrictions, and enhanced security measures. Each exam room must have functioning cameras and clocks, and female teachers will conduct body searches for female students. Education boards have also formed inspection teams to visit centers between March 29 and April 13 and submit detailed reports.

Officials emphasize that any negligence in implementing these measures will result in legal action. The initiative aims to restore integrity in public examinations and strengthen public confidence in the education system.