The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) conducted the 2nd PUC Chemistry, Education, and Basic Mathematics examinations on 9 March 2026. Thousands of students appeared for the papers at exam centres across the state as part of the ongoing Karnataka Class 12 board examinations. The exam was held in the morning session and followed the standard board pattern with objective, short-answer and long-answer questions based on the prescribed syllabus.
Karnataka 2nd PUC Chemistry and Basic Maths Exam Timings
The board scheduled the subject papers in a single morning session for students appearing across different streams. Candidates were given 15 minutes to read the question paper before writing their answers, allowing them to understand the exam structure and plan their responses. Key exam timing details include:
- Reading Time: 10:15 AM to 10:30 AM
- Writing Time: 10:30 AM to 1:45 PM
- Exam Duration: Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes
The Chemistry paper included theory questions based on the Class 12 syllabus, with sections covering objective questions, short answers and descriptive responses.
Karnataka 2nd PUC Chemistry Question Paper Pattern
The Chemistry exam followed a structured marking pattern designed to assess conceptual understanding and analytical skills. The question paper was divided into multiple sections with different mark allocations:
Teachers and subject experts are expected to release detailed question paper analysis and unofficial answer keys after the exam concludes.
Karnataka 2nd PUC 2026 Exam Schedule
The Karnataka Class 12 board exams are being conducted over several days covering all streams and subjects. The following schedule highlights key exam dates during the ongoing examination period:
- 28 February 2026: Kannada, Arabic
- 2 March 2026: Geography, Statistics, Psychology
- 3 March 2026: English
- 6 March 2026: Physics
- 9 March 2026: Chemistry, Education, Basic Mathematics
- 14 March 2026: Mathematics, Accountancy
- 17 March 2026: Final exam day
The Karnataka 2nd PUC examinations began on 28 February 2026 and will continue until 17 March 2026 across the state.
Karnataka 2nd PUC Result and Evaluation Process
After the completion of the board exams, the evaluation of answer sheets will begin. The board will initiate the answer sheet evaluation process after 17 March 2026, once all subject exams are completed. Students will be able to check their scores online after the results are officially declared.The Karnataka 2nd PUC result 2026 is expected to be announced in April 2026, and candidates will be able to access their marks using their registration details on the official board portal.