CBSE Board Exams 2026: Final Date Sheet Released for Class 10 & 12 at cbse.gov.in
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the final date sheet for the Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examinations 2026. Students can now download the complete exam schedule directly from the official website – cbse.gov.in.
| Category | Class 10 | Class 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Official Website | cbse.gov.in | cbse.gov.in |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Exam Frequency | Conducted in Two Phases | Conducted in Single Phase |
| Phase 1 Dates | February 17, 2026 – March 9, 2026 | February 17, 2026 – April 9, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Dates | May 15, 2026 – June 1, 2026 | — |
| Exam Timing | 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM (3 Hours) | 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM (3 Hours) |
| Practical Exams | January 2026 | January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Likely by First Week of February 2026 | Likely by First Week of February 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Tentative) | June 2026 (after Phase 2) | May 2026 |
| Total Students Expected | Over 24 lakh students | Over 18 lakh students |
| Special Feature (New) | Two-Phase Exam System – Best score will be considered | Traditional Single Phase |
| Answer Sheet Evaluation | Digital Evaluation System | Digital Evaluation System |
| Important Instructions | Carry admit card & school ID, arrive 30 min early, avoid electronic devices | Carry admit card & school ID, arrive 30 min early, avoid electronic devices |
| Official Notification PDF | Available at cbse.gov.in | Available at cbse.gov.in |
📘 Highlights
- CBSE introduces two-phase Class 10 exams to reduce academic stress and improve learning continuity.
- Over 42 lakh students to participate across India and abroad.
- Students must check subject codes and exam dates carefully from the official date sheet PDF.
- Practical exams and internal assessments to be held in January 2026.