CBSE 2026 Board Exam Dates Announced: Tentative Datesheets for Classes 10 and 12 Released

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the tentative datesheets for the 2026 Board Examinations for Class 10 and 12. This includes the Main Examinations for both classes, as well as the Second Board Examinations for Class 10 and Supplementary Examinations for Class 12. The exams are scheduled to take place from February 17, 2026, to July 15, 2026.

This proactive step by the CBSE aims to help students, parents, and schools plan for the upcoming academic year. The official notice highlights that this early release will allow students to create a structured study plan, while schools can better manage their academic and administrative activities, including teacher duties for exams and evaluations. Approximately 45 lakh students from India and 26 other countries are expected to appear for the 2026 Board Examinations.

Key Dates for the 2026 CBSE Class 10 Board Exams

The tentative datesheet for the Class 10 Main Examinations includes key subjects and their respective dates. Note that these dates are subject to change as they are tentative.

• Mathematics Standard & Basic: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

• English (Language and Literature): Saturday, February 21, 2026

• Science: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

• Computer Applications & Information Technology: Friday, February 27, 2025

• Hindi Course A & B: Monday, March 2, 2026

• Social Science: Saturday, March 7, 2026

For the full datesheet for all subjects, including vocational and regional languages, refer to the official document.

Key Dates for the 2026 CBSE Class 12 Board Exams

The tentative datesheet for the Class 12 Main Examinations is also out. Here are the dates for some of the major subjects. Keep in mind that these dates are tentative.

• Physics: Friday, February 20, 2026

• Chemistry: Saturday, February 28, 2026

• Mathematics: Monday, March 9, 2026

• English Core & Elective: Thursday, March 12, 2026

• Economics: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

• Political Science: Monday, March 23, 2026

• Computer Science & Informatics Practices: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

• Biology: Thursday, March 27, 2026

• History: Monday, March 30, 2026

For a detailed list of all subjects, including vocational and elective subjects, please check the complete datesheet.

Second Board Examinations (Class 10)

The CBSE notice also includes the tentative schedule for the Second Board Examinations for Class 10. These exams will begin on May 15, 2026, with Mathematics, and continue through the end of May and early June for other subjects.

Important Points to Remember

The released datesheets are:

tentative. The final datesheets will be issued after schools submit their final list of candidates. This early release is designed to provide a framework for students to prepare and for schools to plan their logistics effectively. The evaluation of answer sheets is expected to begin approximately 10 days after each subject's exam and be completed within 12 days.