CBSE 2026 Final Time Table Released: Download Class 10, 12 Schedule
The CBSE Board Exam 2026 final date sheet is officially out! Students of Class 10 and Class 12 across India, especially in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Delhi, can now download the full CBSE time table from the official website. The exams will begin on February 17, 2026, starting at 10:30 AM. This year, CBSE has taken extra care to avoid clashes with JEE Main 2026 and other entrance exams, giving students more breathing room for preparation.
CBSE 2026 Class 10 & 12 Exam Dates Announced
- The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the final schedule for Class 10 and Class 12 Board Exams 2026.
- (Read here – CBSE Class 10 Board Exam 2026 Schedule Released | Full Timetable & Preparation Tips)
- Exams start from February 17, 2026, and will be conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode.
- The Class 10 exams will be held in two phases: Phase 1 from Feb 17 to March 10, and Phase 2 from April to July
- The Class 12 exams will conclude before major entrance exams like JEE Main and NEET, ensuring better time management
NEP-2020 Guidelines Followed for Class 10 Exams
- CBSE confirmed that Class 10 exams will follow the National Education Policy (NEP-2020).
- This includes competency-based questions, reduced syllabus stress, and subject flexibility.
- Students in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh who opted for regional subjects will benefit from bilingual question papers.
Smart Planning: 40,000+ Subject Combinations Avoided
- CBSE analyzed Class 9 and Class 11 registration data to finalize the schedule.
- Over 40,000 subject combinations were considered to ensure no two exams clash.
- This helps students avoid stress and allows teachers to manage evaluations without long absences.
Exam Timing & Evaluation Strategy
- All exams will start at 10:30 AM IST.
- Teachers will not be away from schools for extended periods during evaluation.
- CBSE has coordinated with schools to ensure smooth logistics and minimal disruption.
JEE Main 2026 Clash Avoided – Class 11 Registration Number Required
- To prevent overlap with JEE Main 2026, CBSE and NTA have collaborated.
- Students applying for JEE Main must enter their Class 11 registration number.
- Schools are advised to provide this number to students well in advance.
How to Download CBSE 2026 Date Sheet
- Visit the official CBSE website: cbse.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Examinations” section.
- Click on “Date Sheet 2026 – Class 10 & 12”.
- Download the PDF and plan your study schedule accordingly.
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