Ajmer, October 31 (Udaipur Kiran): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the date sheet for the 2026 Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. Both exams will commence on February 17, 2026. As per the schedule, the first paper for Class 10 will be Mathematics, while Class 12 students will begin with Biotechnology and Shorthand. Around 42 lakh students are expected to appear for the upcoming board exams across India.
Class 10 Exams to Be Held Twice a Year
For the first time, CBSE will conduct Class 10 board exams twice a year. The second set of exams is scheduled between May 15 and June 1, 2026. This new system is aimed at reducing academic pressure and providing students with an opportunity to improve their performance.
Key Features of the New Exam Pattern
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In the optional second exam, students can improve scores in three subjects from Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and Languages.
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Students studying in winter-bound schools will have the flexibility to appear in either of the two exams.
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However, any student absent in three or more subjects during the first exam will not be allowed to appear in the second exam.
CBSE officials stated that the new pattern is designed to make the examination system more student-friendly and stress-free, aligning with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
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