The Andhra Pradesh Board of Intermediate Education (BIE) has revised the examination arrangements for the Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) scheduled for March 2027. These changes include updates to answer booklets, biology OMR sheets, and question papers for elective subjects. The revisions aim to streamline the exam process and ensure smooth conduct across junior colleges in the state.
- General theory students will receive a uniform 32-page answer booklet.
- Vocational course students will continue using the 24-page answer booklet.
- Biology exams will have a single OMR sheet and a 40-page answer booklet, replacing separate sheets for Botany and Zoology.
- Separate question papers will be provided for elective subjects in Part II for both first- and second-year students.
- Junior college principals must communicate and enforce these changes strictly.
What are the new answer booklet arrangements for AP Inter Exams 2027?
According to a circular dated October 15, 2026, issued by BIE Secretary P. Ranjit Basha, students appearing for general theory subjects will now use a uniform 32-page answer booklet. This is an increase from the previous 24-page booklet used for these subjects. Meanwhile, students enrolled in vocational courses will continue to use the existing 24-page answer booklet. These changes were approved during the Board’s 78th meeting on September 18, 2026, to help standardize exam materials and improve administration.
How has the biology exam format changed?
The Board has revised the biology examination format for both first-year and second-year intermediate students. Previously, candidates used separate OMR sheets for Botany and Zoology. Now, students will receive a single OMR sheet along with a 40-page answer booklet. This updated format applies to the March 2027 Intermediate Public Examinations and is intended to simplify the exam process for biology.
Are there changes to question papers for elective subjects?
Yes, the Board has decided to provide separate question papers for elective subjects under Part II for both first- and second-year students. The subjects affected by this change include mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, civics, economics, commerce, and history. This adjustment aims to streamline examination administration and standardize materials across all junior colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
What instructions have been given to junior colleges?
The BIE has instructed all junior college principals to inform the teaching staff and students about the revised examination arrangements. Principals are responsible for ensuring strict compliance with these instructions to facilitate the systematic conduct of the March 2027 Intermediate Public Examinations. Students are advised to stay updated with announcements from the Board and their respective colleges regarding exam procedures and guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will vocational course students receive the new 32-page answer booklet?
A: No, vocational course students will continue using the existing 24-page answer booklet.
Q: What is the new format for biology exams?
A: Biology exams will now have a single OMR sheet and a 40-page answer booklet, replacing separate sheets for Botany and Zoology.
Q: Which elective subjects have separate question papers now?
A: Mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, civics, economics, commerce, and history will have separate question papers for both first- and second-year students.
