The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) is conducting the Class 12 Board Examination 2026 from 3 February 2026 across examination centres in the state. The Intermediate examinations are being held as per the officially notified timetable. The board exams will continue until 23 February 2026, covering Science, Commerce, Arts and vocational streams.
JAC Class 12 Exam 2026 Shift Timing and Reporting Instructions
The council has scheduled all theory papers in a single afternoon shift. Students must adhere strictly to the timing mentioned on their admit cards. Before appearing for the examination, candidates should note the official shift details below:
- Exam Shift: Single afternoon shift
- Exam Timing: 2:00 pm to 5:15 pm
- Late Entry: Not permitted after the exam begins
Students are required to report well before the designated time to complete verification and seating formalities. Entry into the examination hall is strictly restricted once the paper has commenced.
JAC Inter Board Exam 2026 Subject-Wise Schedule
The board has released a detailed subject-wise timetable for all streams. Candidates must appear strictly as per the notified schedule. The examination dates are as follows:
- 3 February 2026: Vocational Subjects
- 4 February 2026: Economics, Anthropology
- 5 February 2026: Mathematics, Statistics
- 6 February 2026: Economics, Accountancy
- 7 February 2026: Physics
- 9 February 2026: Biology (Botany & Zoology), Business Studies, Sociology
- 10 February 2026: Geology, Business Mathematics, Geography
- 11 February 2026: Entrepreneurship, Home Science
- 13 February 2026: Philosophy, Chemistry
- 14 February 2026: History
- 16 February 2026: Political Science
- 17 February 2026: Psychology, Computer Science
- 18 February 2026: Core Language (Hindi ‘A’, English ‘A’)
- 20 February 2026: Core Language (Hindi ‘A’, English ‘A’), Music
- 21 February 2026: Elective Language, Additional Language
- 23 February 2026: Core Language (Hindi ‘B’)
Students are advised to utilise the gap days effectively and focus preparation according to the sequence of upcoming papers.
JAC Class 12 Exam 2026 Exam Day Guidelines and Instructions
The Jharkhand Academic Council has issued mandatory instructions to ensure smooth conduct of examinations across centres. Candidates must carefully follow the guidelines listed below:
- Report to the examination centre before the prescribed time
- No entry after commencement of the exam
- Strict compliance with invigilator instructions
- Examinations will be conducted as scheduled, including on public holidays
Any violation of examination rules may invite disciplinary action as per board regulations. All official updates regarding the JAC Class 12 result 2026, notification announcements, and further academic procedures will be released only through authorised council platforms. Students are advised to rely exclusively on official sources for verified information.