Students appearing for the Karnataka SSLC Examination 2026 in Bengaluru will be able to travel free of cost on BMTC buses during their exam days. The facility has been introduced by the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) to support students commuting to examination centres. Under this arrangement, students can travel between their homes and exam centres without paying bus fares. They only need to present their SSLC exam hall ticket to the bus conductor while boarding.
SSLC Exam 2026 Dates and Transport Facility
The free travel facility is available throughout the SSLC examination period scheduled by the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board. The measure is expected to benefit thousands of students appearing for the board exams in Bengaluru. Key details of the facility include:
- Exam Name: Karnataka SSLC Examination 2026
- Exam Dates: 18 March 2026 to 02 April 2026
- Transport Provider: Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC)
- Facility: Free travel on exam days
- Eligibility: Students appearing for SSLC exams with valid hall ticket (
This initiative is designed to ensure that students can reach their examination centres on time without facing travel-related issues.
How SSLC Exam Students Can Avail Free BMTC Bus Travel?
Students do not need to apply separately or obtain any additional travel pass to use the facility. The process to avail the free travel option is straightforward. The following conditions apply for the service:
- Students must carry their SSLC examination hall ticket.
- The hall ticket must be shown to the bus conductor when boarding the bus.
- The facility is valid only on the days of the examination.
- Students can travel from their residence to the exam centre and back.
The BMTC has instructed staff to allow students to travel without charging fares during the exam period.
SSLC Exam Bus Service Rules and Limitations
While the travel facility is available for students, certain conditions apply regarding the type of buses covered under the scheme. Important guidelines for the service include:
- Free travel applies only to BMTC ordinary bus services.
- The facility does not apply to premium or air-conditioned buses such as Volvo services.
- Students must carry the hall ticket for both onward and return journeys.
Students are advised to plan their travel in advance and carry their hall ticket to avoid inconvenience while boarding the bus.
Additional BMTC Arrangements During SSLC Exams
To support students during the examination period, BMTC has also taken additional operational measures. The corporation plans to ensure smoother transportation to major examination centres across Bengaluru. Measures taken by BMTC include:
- Operating additional bus trips on routes with high student demand.
- Allowing request stops near examination centres when needed.
- Ensuring buses run regularly on routes connecting major exam centres.
These steps aim to help students reach their examination venues comfortably and on time during the SSLC exam schedule.