CBSE Gets New Chairperson as IAS Officer Lokhande Takes Charge

The Central Government has revised the appointment of Lokhande Prashant Sitaram, assigning the 2001-batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer the additional responsibility of Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The appointment comes alongside his new role as Additional Secretary in the Department of Home under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The arrangement will remain in place until the government appoints a regular CBSE Chairperson.

Lokhande Prashant Sitaram Appointed as CBSE Chairperson on Additional Charge

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has issued an official order revising the terms of Lokhande Prashant Sitaram's appointment. Under the revised order, he will serve as Additional Secretary in the Department of Home, Ministry of Home Affairs, while simultaneously holding the additional charge of CBSE Chairperson. This change replaces the earlier appointment made in June 2026, when he had been designated as the full-time Chairperson of CBSE. With the revised notification, the government has redesignated his position as an interim additional responsibility. The arrangement is temporary and will continue until the appointment of a regular Chairperson for the board.

Responsibilities of the New CBSE Chairperson

The CBSE Chairperson plays a key role in managing the board's academic and administrative operations. During the interim period, Lokhande Prashant Sitaram will supervise major policy decisions, examination-related activities, school affiliation matters, and other administrative responsibilities. The board conducts national-level examinations, implements examination reforms, and coordinates with affiliated schools across the country. The interim appointment ensures continuity in the functioning of the board while the government finalises a permanent appointment.

About the Central Board of Secondary Education

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) functions under the Ministry of Education and is one of India's largest school education boards. Currently, the board is affiliated with more than 30,000 schools in India and abroad, making it one of the country's largest educational boards. CBSE is responsible for:

• Conducting Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examinations
• Organising compartment and supplementary examinations
• Granting affiliations to schools across India and overseas
• Developing academic policies and examination guidelines
• Implementing curriculum and assessment reforms

CBSE Class 10 Compartment Result 2026 Expected Soon

Apart from the leadership change, CBSE is also expected to announce the Class 10 Compartment Result 2026 shortly. The compartment examinations were conducted between May 15, 2026, and May 21, 2026, for students seeking another opportunity to clear their board examinations. Candidates who appeared for the compartment examination will be able to check their results through the following official platforms after the declaration. Students are advised to keep their roll number, school number, and admit card details ready to access the result immediately after it is released.

Impact of the Interim Appointment on CBSE Operations

The appointment of Lokhande Prashant Sitaram as the interim Chairperson is expected to ensure that the board's ongoing administrative and academic work continues without interruption. The interim arrangement enables the board to continue functioning smoothly until a full-time Chairperson assumes office. Several important activities are currently underway, including:

• Processing of Class 10 compartment examination results
• Academic planning for the upcoming session
• School affiliation and compliance matters
• Implementation of examination-related decisions
• Coordination with educational institutions and government departments

What Students Should Know?

The appointment of a new Chairperson does not affect the existing examination schedule or the result declaration process. Students awaiting the CBSE Class 10 Compartment Result 2026 should continue monitoring the official CBSE portals for announcements. Once declared, students will be able to download their scorecards online and access their digital marksheets through DigiLocker and the UMANG application. The board is expected to continue its regular academic and examination-related activities under the interim leadership until a permanent Chairperson is appointed by the Central Government.