The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the tentative date sheet for Classes 10 and 12 Board Examinations 2026. As per the official notification, the exams will be conducted from 17th February 2026 to 15th July 2026.
This tentative schedule will help students, teachers, and schools plan their academic and personal schedules well in advance.
Key Highlights of CBSE Board Exams 2026
- Exam Period: 17 February 2026 to 15 July 2026
- Classes Covered: Class 10 (Secondary) and Class 12 (Senior Secondary)
- Types of Exams:
- Main Examinations (Class X & XII)
- Sports Students Examination (Class XII)
- Second Board Examinations (Class X)
- Supplementary Examinations (Class XII)
- Total Candidates Expected: Around 45 lakh students
- Subjects Offered: 204 subjects across India and 26 foreign countries
CBSE Class 10 Tentative Date Sheet 2026
| Date | Day | Time | Subject Code | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Feb 2026 | Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 041, 241 | Mathematics Standard, Mathematics Basic |
| 18 Feb 2026 | Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 401–422 | Vocational Subjects (Retail, Security, Agriculture, Data Science, Design Thinking & more) |
| 20 Feb 2026 | Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 407, 412, 416, 418 | Beauty & Wellness, Marketing & Sales, Multi Skill Foundation, Physical Activity Trainer |
| 21 Feb 2026 | Saturday | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 101, 184 | English Communicative, English Language & Literature |
| 23 Feb 2026 | Monday | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 018 | French |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 003–011, 089 | Urdu A, Punjabi, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi, Gujarati, Manipuri, Telugu (Telangana) |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 086 | Science |
| 26 Feb 2026 | Thursday | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 064 | Home Science |
| 27 Feb 2026 | Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | 165, 402, 417 | Computer Applications, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence |
More subjects and detailed schedules for March–July will be announced in the final CBSE date sheet.
CBSE Class 12 Tentative Date Sheet 2026
The document also includes tentative schedules for Class XII Board Exams 2026 across Science, Commerce, and Arts streams. Students can expect subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, History, Political Science, and English to be scheduled between February and April 2026.
Benefits of Tentative Date Sheet
- Helps students plan structured study timetables.
- Schools can align academic activities and teacher deployment.
- Teachers can manage evaluation duties and vacations.
- Parents can guide children with time management strategies.
Important Note
This is only a tentative date sheet. The final CBSE Board Exam Date Sheet 2026 will be released after schools submit the final list of candidates. Students must keep checking the official CBSE website cbse.gov.in for updates.
FAQs on CBSE Board Exams 2026
Q1. When will the CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 Board Exams 2026 start?
The exams will begin on 17th February 2026.
Q2. When will CBSE release the final date sheet?
The final date sheet will be published after submission of the final candidate list by schools.
Q3. Are these dates applicable for all CBSE schools in India?
Yes, the dates apply to all CBSE-affiliated schools in India and abroad.
Q4. Will there be a second board exam in 2026 for Class 10?
Yes, CBSE will also conduct a Second Board Exam for Class 10 and Supplementary Exams for Class 12.
Q5. Where can I download the official CBSE Tentative Date Sheet 2026 PDF?
Students can download it from the official CBSE website – www.cbse.gov.in.
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