The Class 8 results in Kerala for the 2024–25 academic year have been released, sparking considerable discussion. Over 2 lakh students didn’t meet the new minimum passing mark. That’s nearly 10% of all students who took the exams.
This year, a total of 3.87 lakh students wrote the Class 8 exam, and more than 2,18,000 received an “E” grade in at least one subject.
The reason behind this high failure rate is the introduction of the New Passing Rule this year. Unlike before, students now need to score at least 30% in each subject to be promoted to the next class.
This marks a big shift from the previous “All-Pass” policy, and it’s had an impact.
Subject-Wise Challenges and Rising Concerns from Parents and Teachers
Hindi turned out to be the most challenging subject, with the highest number of failures recorded in it. In comparison, English saw fewer failures, but the struggle was widespread across various subjects.
This sudden change in rules has left many parents and teachers concerned. They feel that students weren’t given enough time to adjust to the new system. There’s also the issue of resources; some schools are short-staffed, especially because the SSLC exam evaluations are happening at the same time.
Government Support Measures: Remedial Classes and SAY Exam
To support students who didn’t pass the Class 8 exams, the Kerala government has introduced a series of supportive measures.
- Remedial Classes:
- Scheduled from April 8 to April 24.
- Focused on helping students strengthen their understanding in subjects where they scored below 30%.
- Hindi and other challenging subjects will receive special attention.
- SAY (Save A Year) Exams:
- Will be conducted from April 25 to April 28.
- These exams give students a second chance to improve their performance and get promoted.
- Results will be declared on April 30, giving students an opportunity to avoid repeating the academic year.
Tips to Prepare for the SAY Exam
Failing doesn’t mean the end—it’s a sign to start again with a better plan. Here are some useful tips for students preparing for the upcoming SAY exam:
- Make a clear study schedule: Break your day into short, focused study sessions with regular breaks to avoid burnout.
- Focus on weak areas: Prioritize subjects and topics where you scored the lowest. Use your earlier exam papers to pinpoint these areas.
- Practice past questions: Solve previous years’ question papers to get comfortable with the exam pattern and time management.
- Ask for help: Don’t hesitate to reach out to teachers, tutors, or even friends who did well for guidance.
- Stay positive and rest well: Good sleep, healthy food, and a little bit of exercise can keep your mind fresh and help you concentrate better.
Most importantly, believe in yourself. One setback doesn’t define your potential.
Now here’s where Interval Learning comes in to make a real difference.
We understand how discouraging it can be for students to face failure, especially with such a major change in the rules. That’s why we’ve created a special crash course program just for students who didn’t pass the Class 8 exams.
Here’s how Interval Learning can help:
- One-on-one personalized tuition with expert tutors in key subjects like Hindi and English.
- Daily crash courses from April 8 to April 24 (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM).
- Over 10,000+ qualified tutors, ensuring no shortage of help even during SSLC evaluations.
- Support for both academic improvement and emotional well-being—our tutors help rebuild students’ confidence.
Our sessions are designed in a way that if a student is struggling with the basics, feels anxious, or lacks motivation, our tutors adjust their approach to match the child’s pace and learning style.
We’re not just preparing students to pass; we’re helping them feel confident about learning again. The SAY exam isn’t the end—it’s a fresh start. With the right support, every student can bounce back and succeed.
If your child didn’t pass Class 8, don’t worry. There’s still a chance to turn things around. Enroll them in Interval’s crash course and give them the tools to move forward.
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