The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) of Bangladesh has released a new directive regarding the syllabus for the 2026 Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations. According to the notice, irregular and grade-improvement candidates will continue to follow the 2025 revised syllabus, rather than a newly developed one. All education boards have been instructed to take necessary measures to implement this decision. The Dhaka Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education confirmed the implementation through an official letter issued on Thursday, December 11. The letter clarified that the 2025 HSC, equivalent, and Alim examinations were conducted under the NCTB’s revised curriculum, and the same syllabus will remain valid for those retaking or improving their results in 2026. Education officials say the move aims to ensure consistency and fairness for students who could not pass or wish to improve their grades. Further updates on any future curriculum changes are expected to be announced later by the NCTB.