NewsIMTSCBSE has released the Class 10 Board Exams 2026 date sheet on cbse.gov.in. The exams will run from 17/02/2026 to 10/03/2026, with most papers scheduled from 10 AM to 1 PM. Following NEP-this year recommendations, CBSE will conduct two board examinations for Class 10 students. The English (Language and Literature) exam is scheduled for 21/02/2026, while Design Thinking & Innovation will be held on 26/02/2026. Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy is set for 03/03/2026. Students can download the complete timetable from the official website. The exam duration may vary from 2 to 3 hours depending on the subject. (Updated 30 Oct 2025, 22:08 IST; source: link)
CBSE Announces Class 10 Board Exam Schedule for 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the date sheet for Class 10 board examinations 2026. According to the schedule, exams will begin on February 17 and continue until March 10, 2026. Most examinations will be conducted from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, though the duration may vary between 2 to 3 hours depending on the subject. Students can access and download the complete timetable from the official CBSE website. This schedule follows the National Education Policy 2020 recommendations, which introduced the system of conducting two board examinations for Class 10 students.
Key Dates for Major Subjects in Class 10 Board Exams
The CBSE Class 10 examination schedule includes several important dates for major subjects. The English Language and Literature examination is set for February 21, 2026. Students appearing for Design Thinking & Innovation will take their exam on February 26, 2026. The Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy paper is scheduled for March 3, 2026. The board has arranged the timetable to provide adequate preparation time between major subjects. Students and parents should note these dates to plan study schedules effectively. The complete date sheet with all subjects is now available on the official CBSE website for reference.
Key Points
- The exams will run from 17/02/2026 to 10/03/2026, with most papers scheduled from 10 AM to 1 PM.
- The English (Language and Literature) exam is scheduled for 21/02/2026, while Design Thinking & Innovation will be held on 26/02/2026.
- Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy is set for 03/03/2026.
