Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official class 10th and 12th date sheet. Candidates can check the date sheets of class 10th and class 12th in the following article.
CBSE Class 10th exam will be conducted from February 17 to March 10, 2026 and class 12th from February 17 to April 9, 2026. Candidates appearing for the class 10th and class 12th should check the date sheet before appearing in the exam.
Exams will be held from 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. and 1:30 P.M., depending on the subjects.
Steps to check Date Sheet Class 10th and 12th
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Visit the official website of CBSE i.e. www.cbse.gov.in.
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On the homepage, select the “Examinations” tab.
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Click on the link “Date Sheet for Class X and Class XII for Board Examinations-2026”
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The date sheet will be opened on your screen in PDF format. Check the exam dates of the allotted subjects
CBSE 2026 Class 10th Exam Date Sheet:
The following link provides subject-wise list of exam dates of different subjects that are included in the CBSE class 10th curriculum:
CBSE 2026 Class 12th Exam Date Sheet:
The following link provides subject-wise exam dates of different subjects that are included in the CBSE class 12th curriculum:
For further details of the upcoming CBSE Board Exams, click on the following link:
CBSE EXAM DATE SHEET OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION
CBSE Admit Card Release Date:
Admit cards for both class 10th and class 12th will be released by CBSE in due course of time. Candidates are requested to keep checking the CBSE official website on a regular basis for further updates.
Best CBSE Preparation Books:
Disha Publicaitons offers a wide range of CBSE preparation books for class 10th and class 12th covering all major subjects. Equipped with answer-based sample papers, PYQs and detailed explanations of important topics, these books will facilitate your exam preparation and help you sail through the exam with flying colors.
FAQs
Q1. Does CBSE allow students to pursue private or open schooling?
Ans. Yes, CBSE permits private candidates to appear for Class 10 and 12 board exams under specific conditions, such as distance learning or reappear categories. However, such candidates must follow the CBSE syllabus and examination norms.
Q2. How does CBSE ensure uniformity in paper evaluation across India?
Ans. CBSE uses a system of centralized evaluation with trained examiners and moderation policies to maintain consistency and fairness in marking, regardless of region or school type
Q3. Can CBSE students opt for skill-based subjects along with core subjects?
Ans. Absolutely. CBSE has introduced Skill Subjects (like Artificial Intelligence, Yoga, and Financial Literacy) that students can choose in addition to traditional subjects to enhance employability and practical learning.
Q4. Are internal assessment marks as important as board exam marks?
Ans. Yes, internal assessments carry significant weight. For many subjects, 20% of the total marks are allotted to internal assessment or practical work, impacting the final grade.
Q5. What is the difference between CBSE and CBSE (International)?
Ans. CBSE (International) was an initiative to align the CBSE curriculum with global standards, focusing on experiential and project-based learning, though it was later merged with the main CBSE system for uniformity.
