Madhya Pradesh Board Exam 2026 for Class 5 & 8 Scheduled from Feb 20

The Madhya Pradesh State Education Centre (RSKMP) has officially announced that the Class 5 and Class 8 board examinations for 2026 will be conducted in a board-pattern format from 20 February to 28 February 2026. These exams will cover students from government schools, private schools and madrasas across the state as part of the academic session 2025-26. This marks a significant shift as the board-pattern assessment applies to these formative classes, emphasising standardised evaluation aligned with the NCERT syllabus and state curriculum.

Exam Schedule and Key Details

According to the timetable released by the board, the Class 5 and Class 8 exams will be held over a period of 8–9 days in late February. Students will be assessed in subject-wise papers, with schedules previously announced to schools and educators. The examinations will be conducted across 12,920 examination centres set up throughout the state to manage the large number of candidates. Each centre has been prepared to handle the exam procedures, supervision and security requirements needed for smooth conduct.

Student Participation and Logistics

Approximately 24.9 lakh students are expected to appear in the MP Class 5 and Class 8 board exams, including learners from traditional government, private schooling institutions and registered madrasas. Both younger learners and their schools have been informed about centre allocations and reporting requirements. The board has also made provisions for separate language question papers based on the NCERT curriculum, especially for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds in private schools and madrasas.

Preparations and Support

The MP State Education Centre has developed a dedicated IT portal for the exams to streamline key functions such as student verification, allocation of centres, distribution of admit cards, attendance logging, evaluation and marksheet generation. Centre officials have also ensured that exam venues are equipped with necessary facilities proportional to the student strength at each location. This effort is aimed at creating a secure, accessible and comfortable exam environment for young candidates.

What Students and Parents Should Know?

• Exam Dates: 20–28 February 2026 (board-pattern exams)
• Classes Covered: Class 5 and Class 8 board examinations
• Participants: Around 24–25 lakh students from government, private schools and madrasas
• Time Table & Admit Cards: Schools and education officials have received full timetables; students must ensure they have their details and credentials ready before exam dates.

The board has advised students to reach their respective exam centres well before reporting time and to carry all required documents as instructed by schools. Active coordination between schools and parents is being emphasised to minimise stress for young learners during exams.