Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 Begins Today: Dates, Timings & Schedule
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• Updated on 18 Mar, 2026, 10:48 AM, by Arman Kumar
The Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 commenced on 18 March 2026 with the first language papers. Over 9 lakh students are appearing across the state. Exams run from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM with 15 minutes reading time, and BMTC provides free city bus travel for students. The timetable spans multiple subjects till 2 April 2026.
The Karnataka School Examinations and Assessments Board (KSEAB) has begun the Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 from 18 March 2026. The first language papers were conducted today for over 9 lakh students appearing for the Karnataka 10th exams. Students must carry their SSLC hall ticket 2026 on all examination days. Examinations will be held from 10:00 AM to 1:15 PM, lasting 3 hours and 15 minutes, with the first 15 minutes allotted for reading the question paper. To facilitate student travel, the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is offering free bus travel on exam days to reach centres comfortably.
Karnataka SSLC Exam 2026 Time Table and Subjects
The SSLC Exam 2026 will continue across multiple subjects until 2 April 2026. The schedule is as follows:
- 18 March 2026 – First Language: Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Urdu, English, English (NCERT), Sanskrit
- 23 March 2026 – Science, Political Science, Hindustani Music, Carnatic Music
- 25 March 2026 – Second Language: English, Kannada
- 28 March 2026 – Mathematics, Sociology
- 30 March 2026 – Third Language: Hindi, Kannada, English, Persian, Arabic, Tulu, Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, NSQF subjects
- 30 March 2026 – Technical/Professional Subjects: Elements of Electrical Engineering IV, Elements of Mechanical Engineering II & IV, Engineering Graphics II, Elements of Electronics Engineering IV, Programming in ANSI 'C', Elements of Computer Science, Economics
- 2 April 2026 – Social Science
Students should verify subject and date carefully and reach exam centres on time.
Guidelines and Key Instructions
- Hall Ticket: Mandatory to carry on every exam day.
- Exam Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes, with initial 15 minutes reading time.
- Travel: Free city bus travel provided by BMTC.
- Preparation: Students are advised to follow the syllabus and previous year papers for effective revision.
The Karnataka SSLC Board has emphasised punctuality, adherence to exam rules, and the importance of carrying proper identification and stationery during exams.
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