CBSE Class 12 Exams 2026 Live: Date Sheet, Timings, Guidelines
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• Updated on 20 Feb, 2026, 12:32 PM, by Arman Kumar
The CBSE Class 12 board examinations 2026 are being held from February 17 to April 10 in a single shift. Around 18 lakh students are appearing nationwide.
The Class 12 board examinations 2026 conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) are currently underway across the country. The exams began on February 17, 2026, and will conclude on April 10, 2026, with approximately 18 lakh students appearing from Science, Commerce and Arts streams. The examinations are being conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode at designated centres nationwide.
CBSE Class 12 Exam Timing 2026
As per the official schedule, all Class 12 examinations are held in a single shift:
- Exam Time: 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
- Reporting Time: At least 30 minutes before the exam
Students are required to strictly adhere to the reporting and verification timings mentioned on their admit cards.
CBSE Date Sheet 2026: Key Subject Dates
Some of the major subject-wise exam dates are listed below:
- Physics: February 20, 2026
- Accountancy: February 24, 2026
- Chemistry: February 28, 2026
- Mathematics / Applied Mathematics: March 9, 2026
- English Core / Elective: March 12, 2026
- Hindi Core / Elective: March 16, 2026
- Economics: March 18, 2026
- Political Science: March 23, 2026
- Biology: March 27, 2026
- Business Studies: March 28, 2026
- History: March 30, 2026
The exams will formally conclude with Legal Studies on April 10, 2026.
CBSE Exam Day Guidelines 2026
Students appearing for the CBSE Class 12 exams must follow these instructions:
- Carry CBSE admit card 2026 and school ID card
- Wear school uniform on all exam days
- Do not carry electronic gadgets or prohibited items
- Reach the examination centre well before reporting time
- Any form of unfair means or malpractice will invite strict disciplinary action
CBSE Class 12 Paper Analysis 2026 (Initial)
Based on early feedback from students and teachers:
- Biotechnology: Moderate
- Entrepreneurship: Easy to Moderate
- Physical Education: Easy
- Cost Accountancy: Easy to Moderate
Subject-wise paper analysis will continue to be updated after each exam. Students are advised to regularly check official CBSE notifications and follow exam-day instructions carefully to avoid any last-minute issues during the examination period.
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