CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 Dates, Eligibility and Fee Details. The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced the schedule for the second board exams following the declaration of the main results. The improvement exams will be conducted for students who wish to enhance their performance in selected subjects.
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 Dates and Schedule
The board has released the detailed date sheet for the second board examination. These exams will be conducted over multiple days covering major subjects and compartment papers.
- 15 May 2026 (Friday): Mathematics Standard / Basic
- 16 May 2026 (Saturday): Compartment Subjects
- 18 May 2026 (Monday): Compartment Subjects
- 19 May 2026 (Tuesday): Science
- 20 May 2026 (Wednesday): Compartment Subjects
- 21 May 2026 (Thursday): Compartment Subjects
- 22 May 2026 (Friday): Social Science
- 23 May 2026 (Saturday): Compartment Subjects
- 25 May 2026 (Monday): Compartment Subjects
- 26 May 2026 (Tuesday): Language
- 28 May 2026 (Thursday): Compartment Subjects
- 29 May 2026 (Friday): Compartment Subjects
- 30 May 2026 (Saturday): Language
- 01 June 2026 (Monday): Compartment Subjects
The exams will be conducted between 15 May 2026 and 01 June 2026 as per the official schedule.
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Students must meet specific conditions to appear for the second board exams. This facility is aimed at improving scores rather than serving as a supplementary exam.
- Only students who appeared in the main CBSE Class 10 exam 2026 are eligible
- Candidates can improve scores in up to three subjects
- The second board exam is different from compartment examinations
Students are advised to verify eligibility before applying for the exam.
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 Fee Structure
The examination fee varies depending on the location of the candidate. Students must pay the prescribed fee per subject.
- Indian students: INR 320 per subject
- Nepal students: INR 1100 per subject
- Foreign students: INR 2200 per subject
The fee must be paid during the application process as per CBSE guidelines.
CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 Key Highlights
The second board exam offers an opportunity for students to enhance their academic performance without waiting for a full academic cycle. Students who are not satisfied with their marks in the main exam can opt for this improvement exam. The board ensures a structured schedule and clear eligibility norms to maintain transparency in the process.
