Seraikela: The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) Class 8 board examinations were held across the Seraikela-Kharsawan district on Monday. District officials confirmed that the testing process remained orderly, smooth, and entirely free from malpractice across all designated centers.
Examination Format
The exams were strictly conducted using OMR sheets and divided into two comprehensive sittings:
- First Shift: Language papers including Hindi, English, and additional subjects.
- Second Shift: Core subjects including Mathematics, Science, and Social Science.
Attendance Breakdown by Block
The district saw a high turnout of students across various blocks. Below is the detailed attendance report for the 2026 session:
| Block | Registered Students | Students Present | Students Absent |
| Gamharia | 3,345 | 3,268 | 77 |
| Rajnagar | 2,219 | 2,171 | 48 |
| Seraikela | 1,625 | 1,575 | 50 |
| Kharsawan | 1,478 | 1,431 | 47 |
| Ichagarh | 1,342 | 1,329 | 13 |
| Kuchai | 821 | 774 | 47 |
Administrative Success
Education department officials expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the exams. Secure protocols were followed for the distribution of question papers and the collection of answer sheets. The lack of “unfair practices” reports highlights the effectiveness of the invigilation teams deployed across the district’s rural and urban centers.
