CHSE Odisha Makes CCTV Surveillance and Live Streaming Mandatory at Plus Two Exam Centres for 2027
The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, has made CCTV surveillance and live-streaming arrangements mandatory at higher secondary examination centres for the 2027 annual Plus Two examinations. The directive is intended to strengthen monitoring, improve transparency and support the smooth conduct of the Class 12 board examinations across the state.
According to reports published on October 21 and 22, 2026, CHSE has instructed principals of higher secondary schools to ensure that the required surveillance systems are installed and operational by November 30, 2026. Schools have also been directed to make arrangements for live streaming of examination proceedings.
The move places greater responsibility on schools to prepare their examination infrastructure well before the next annual examination session.
CCTV installation deadline for Odisha Plus Two examinations
CHSE has set November 30, 2026, as the deadline for completing the required CCTV installations. The instructions apply to higher secondary institutions involved in conducting the annual Higher Secondary Examination, commonly known as the Plus Two examination.
The council has specified several areas that require surveillance. These include examination halls, strong rooms used for examination-related materials, the offices of centre superintendents and laboratories where applicable.
Schools that already have CCTV cameras installed have been asked to inspect their systems and confirm that the equipment is functioning properly. The requirement is therefore not limited to installing new cameras; institutions must also ensure that existing surveillance arrangements remain operational.
The deadline gives schools a fixed period to complete installation, test their equipment and make the necessary preparations for the examination session.
Live streaming to strengthen examination monitoring
In addition to CCTV installation, CHSE has directed schools to make arrangements for live streaming during the annual examinations. This system is intended to help authorised officials monitor examination-related activities remotely.
Live streaming can provide examination authorities with a more direct view of conditions at examination centres. When properly implemented, surveillance systems can help officials identify irregularities, review incidents and improve accountability in the conduct of examinations.
However, the effectiveness of these arrangements will depend on the proper installation, operation and monitoring of the equipment. Schools will need to ensure that their systems are ready before examinations begin and follow all instructions issued by the council.
The directive forms part of the broader effort to strengthen examination management and maintain the integrity of board examinations.
Warning for schools that fail to comply
CHSE has warned that institutions failing to install the required CCTV systems and meet the other prescribed conditions by November 30, 2026, could face strict action.
According to reports quoting the council's instructions, non-compliant institutions may have their examination centres cancelled for both theory and practical examinations. The council may also report such institutions to the state government for appropriate action.
The warning makes timely compliance important for schools preparing to host the 2027 examinations. Institutions should review their current facilities, identify any gaps in surveillance coverage and complete the necessary work within the specified period.
Schools that have applied to become new examination centres must also meet the relevant requirements. Reports state that these institutions are expected to install CCTV cameras in examination halls and the centre superintendent's room as part of their preparation.
What schools need to do before the deadline
Principals and school administrators should first review the council's instructions and assess whether their existing CCTV systems meet the requirements. They should check the camera coverage in examination halls, strong rooms and other designated areas.
Institutions should then test their equipment, address technical problems and make the necessary arrangements for live streaming. Schools requiring new installations should plan the work to ensure completion before the deadline.
Administrators should also monitor official CHSE communications for additional instructions concerning examination management, technical standards and compliance reporting. Any uncertainty about the requirements should be clarified through the council's official channels.
Completing these steps early may help schools avoid last-minute technical problems and reduce the risk of failing to meet the prescribed conditions.
Importance for students and parents
The directive is primarily aimed at schools and examination administrators, but it is also relevant to students and parents preparing for the 2027 Plus Two examinations.
Stronger monitoring arrangements are intended to support a more transparent examination process and help authorities maintain consistent oversight across examination centres. Students should continue preparing according to their academic schedules while following official announcements from their schools and CHSE.
The CCTV and live-streaming directive does not, by itself, announce any change to the examination timetable. Students should therefore rely on official notifications for confirmed dates, examination procedures and other instructions.
Official updates and next steps
The November 30, 2026, deadline is the key date for schools to complete the required CCTV installations. Institutions must also ensure that their systems are functional and that live-streaming arrangements are in place for the annual Higher Secondary Examination in 2027.
Schools, students and parents should check the official website of the Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha, for further notices and examination-related announcements.
The new requirements underline CHSE's focus on surveillance and administrative preparedness ahead of the next Plus Two examination session. Timely compliance by schools will be important to ensure that examination centres are ready to operate under the prescribed monitoring arrangements.
