PSEB Releases Exam Schedule for Class 10 and 12 Board Exams 2026
The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has officially announced the examination timetable for both Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations for the academic session 2025-26. The schedule applies equally to students enrolled in the regular stream as well as those pursuing education through the open school category. Candidates can access the complete date sheet on the board’s official portal.
Key Exam Dates and Timings
According to the official notification, the Class 12 examinations are scheduled to commence on February 17, 2026, while the Class 10 examinations will begin on March 6, 2026. All examinations across both classes, including those for open school candidates, will be conducted from 11:00 AM to 2:15 PM.
The board has encouraged students to review the subject-wise schedule carefully and stay updated with any modifications or additional instructions by visiting the official website regularly. Admit card issuance and other examination-related guidelines will also be communicated through the same channel.
Class 10 Examination Schedule
The Class 10 board examinations will span several weeks, covering a wide range of subjects. The detailed subject-wise breakdown is as follows:
- March 6, 2026 (Friday) – Social Science
- March 7, 2026 (Saturday) – Music (Vocal)
- March 9, 2026 (Monday) – Punjabi-A, Punjab History and Culture-A
- March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) – English
- March 13, 2026 (Friday) – Hindi / Urdu
- March 16, 2026 (Monday) – Science
- March 19, 2026 (Thursday) – Punjabi-B, Punjab History and Culture-B
- March 24, 2026 (Tuesday) – Mathematics
- March 27, 2026 (Friday) – Computer Science
- April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) – Health and Physical Education
Examinations for additional vocational subjects and NSQF courses will be conducted on their respective designated dates as per the board’s directives.
Class 12 Examination Schedule
For Class 12 students, the examination schedule begins in mid-February and extends into early April. The subject-wise timetable is outlined below:
- February 17, 2026 – Home Science
- February 20, 2026 – Business Studies
- February 25, 2026 – Economics
- February 27, 2026 – Accountancy
- March 7, 2026 – General English
- March 9, 2026 – Geography
- March 12, 2026 – General Punjabi
- March 18, 2026 – Computer Science
- March 20, 2026 – History
- March 25, 2026 – Mathematics
- March 30, 2026 – Political Science, Physics
- April 1, 2026 – Punjabi / Hindi / English (Elective)
- April 4, 2026 – Chemistry, NSQF Vocational Subjects
Vocational subject examinations will be held according to the specific codes assigned to each course, as determined by the board.
Preparation Guidance for Students
The release of the date sheet provides students with ample time to organize their study plans effectively. The board has advised all affiliated schools across Punjab to realign their revision schedules and academic activities in accordance with the newly announced examination calendar. This coordination aims to ensure smooth and uninterrupted conduct of the examinations while allowing students adequate preparation time for each subject.
Students are urged to take note of the examination dates for their respective subjects and plan their preparation strategy accordingly. It is also recommended that candidates keep track of any updates regarding examination centers, admit cards, or changes to the timetable by regularly checking the official board website.
