NewsIMTSCBSE has released the final datesheet for 2026 board exams. Class 10 exams will run from 17 February to 10 March 2026, while Class 12 exams will be held from 17 February to 9 April 2026. Students can check the complete timetable on cbse.gov.in. The exams will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM depending on the subject. Class 10 subjects include Design Thinking, English, and Elements of Book Keeping, while Class 12 subjects include Typography, Computer Application, Music, and various vocational courses. Students should carefully review the final datesheet before planning their exam preparation. (Updated 30 Oct 2025, 17:11 IST; source: link)
CBSE Announces 2026 Board Exam Schedule
The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the final datesheet for the 2026 board examinations. Class 10 exams will begin on 17 February and continue until 10 March 2026. For Class 12 students, the examination period is longer, starting on 17 February and ending on 9 April 2026. All exams will be conducted in the morning hours, with timing slots from 10:30 AM to either 12:30 PM or 1:30 PM depending on the subject. Students can access the complete timetable by visiting the official CBSE website at cbse.gov.in.
Key Subjects and Preparation Guidelines
The Class 10 examination schedule includes important subjects like Design Thinking, English, and Elements of Book Keeping. For Class 12 students, the timetable covers Typography, Computer Application, Music, and various vocational courses. The board has arranged the schedule to provide adequate gaps between major subjects, allowing students sufficient time for revision. Education experts advise students to carefully review the final datesheet before creating their study plans. This early release of the timetable gives students nearly two years to prepare systematically for these important examinations.
Key Points
- Class 10 exams will run from 17 February to 10 March 2026 , while Class 12 exams will be held from 17 February to 9 April 2026.
- CBSE has released the final datesheet for 2026 board exams.
- The exams will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM depending on the subject.