CBSE Class 12 Board Exams 2026 Begin; Check Date Sheet
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• Updated on 17 Feb, 2026, 12:14 PM, by Arman Kumar
CBSE has commenced Class 12 Board Exams 2026 from February 17 in a single shift. The exams will continue till April 10 with new paper pattern changes and OSM evaluation.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has started the Class 12 annual theory board examinations 2026 from February 17. The examinations will continue until April 10, 2026, as per the official date sheet released by the board. The exams are being conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode in a single shift from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, with an additional 15-minute reading time provided to students before writing begins. Approximately 46 lakh students are appearing in the CBSE board examinations across India this year.
What’s New for CBSE Class 12 Students in 2026?
CBSE has introduced several key changes for the 2026 academic session:
- On-Screen Marking (OSM) will be used to evaluate Class 12 answer sheets.
- The question paper pattern includes 50% competency-focused questions.
- New skill-based elective courses have been added to the curriculum.
These reforms aim to strengthen conceptual clarity and practical application skills among students.
CBSE Class 12 Date Sheet 2026 Highlights
The examinations began on February 17 with subjects including Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship, and Shorthand (English/Hindi). Major subject dates include:
- Physics – February 20
- Chemistry – February 28
- Mathematics / Applied Mathematics – March 9
- English Core / Elective – March 12
- Hindi Core / Elective – March 16
- Economics – March 18
- Political Science – March 23
- Biology – March 27
- Business Studies / Business Administration – March 28
- History – March 30
- Sociology – April 4
The final examination will be held on April 10, 2026.
Exam Day Guidelines for CBSE Students
Students appearing for the Class 12 board exams must follow these instructions:
- Carry the CBSE Class 12 admit card 2026 and school ID card.
- Reach the examination centre at least 30 minutes before the exam begins (preferably by 9:45 AM).
- Do not carry electronic devices such as mobile phones, smartwatches, or Bluetooth gadgets.
- Wear the prescribed school uniform.
- Avoid any unfair means or malpractice; strict action will be taken against violations.
CBSE 12th Board Exam Analysis 2026
After each exam, students can expect updates regarding:
- Daily paper analysis and difficulty level
- Subject-wise toughness assessment
- Expected good scores
- Frequently asked and high-weightage topics
- Overall exam trend
CBSE has advised students to remain calm, manage their time efficiently, and adhere strictly to the examination guidelines throughout the board exam period.
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