The CBSE will now allow optional Class 12 board examinations. The option will be given to those not satisfied with their assessment. The exams would be held any time between August 15 and September 15, subject to the situation being conducive. As per CBSE, the result, on the basis of its assessment policy, will be declared by July-end. After that, it will provide an online facility for registration for the optional examination. The examination will be conducted only in the main subjects and "the marks would be treated as final".