CBSE Releases Revised and Detailed Exam Schedule for Class 10 and 12 Board Exams 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially published the updated and comprehensive date sheet for the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for 2026. Following recent adjustments to the exam calendar, the board has now provided a subject-wise breakdown of the complete schedule, giving students the clarity they need to finalize their preparation strategies.
This revision comes after the board announced changes to certain paper dates. Specifically, a few examinations that were originally slated for March 3, 2026, have been postponed to later dates. According to official statements, these modifications were made due to administrative requirements. However, the board has emphasized that the overall structure of the exam timetable remains largely unchanged, with only a select number of subjects being rescheduled.
Students are advised to take note of the revised dates and plan their studies accordingly. It is also recommended that candidates verify the latest updates directly through the official CBSE website to ensure they have the most accurate and up-to-date information. All other examinations will proceed as per the originally announced schedule.
Complete Schedule for CBSE Class 10 Board Examinations 2026
The following is the detailed, subject-wise timetable for Class 10 students. All exams, unless otherwise specified, will be held in the morning session.
- Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Mathematics (Standard) and Mathematics (Basic)
- Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Home Science
- Friday, February 20, 2026 (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Beauty & Wellness, Marketing & Sales, Multimedia, Multi-Skill Foundation Course, Physical Activity Trainer, and Data Science
- Saturday, February 21, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): English (Communicative) and English (Language & Literature)
- Monday, February 23, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Urdu (Course A), Punjabi, Bengali, Tamil, Marathi, Gujarati, Manipuri, and Telugu (Telangana)
- Tuesday, February 24, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Elements of Business and Urdu (Course B)
- Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Science
- Thursday, February 26, 2026 (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Retail, Security, Automotive, Introduction to Financial Markets, Introduction to Tourism, Agriculture, Front Office Operations, Banking & Insurance, Healthcare, Apparel, Electronics & Hardware, Foundational Skills in Science, and Design Thinking & Innovation
- Friday, February 27, 2026 (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Computer Applications, Information Technology, and Artificial Intelligence
- Saturday, February 28, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Arabic, Sanskrit (Communicative), and Sanskrit
- Monday, March 2, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Hindi (Course A) and Hindi (Course B)
- Thursday, March 5, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Sindhi, Malayalam, Odia, Assamese, and Kannada
- Friday, March 6, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Painting
- Saturday, March 7, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Social Science
- Monday, March 9, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Telugu, Russian, Persian, Nepali, Limbu, and Lepcha
- Tuesday, March 10, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): French
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026 (10:30 AM – 1:30 PM): Tibetan, German, NCC, Bodo, and Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy
Key Points for Students
It is crucial for students to regularly check the official CBSE portal for any further announcements or clarifications regarding the exam schedule. The board has assured that the current modifications are limited to the subjects listed above, and no other significant changes are anticipated. With the final timetable now available, candidates can proceed with their revision plans with greater confidence and structure.
