The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) is rolling out the UP Board Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations 2026 in offline mode as per the official timetable. Exam sessions are being held in two shifts — morning (8:30 AM to 11:45 AM) and evening (2:00 PM to 5:15 PM) — and will run until 12 March 2026.
UP Board Class 10 Maths Exam (27 February 2026)
Students appeared for the UP Board Class 10 Mathematics exam on 27 February 2026 in the morning shift. The paper consisted of a mix of objective, short-answer and long-answer questions covering major topics like Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, Statistics and Coordinate Geometry.
- Initial feedback suggests the maths paper had a balanced mix of easy and challenging questions, requiring good time management skills.
- Unofficial answer keys are expected to be released shortly by educational portals and coaching centres, which will help students compare their responses and estimate probable scores.
UP Board Class 12 Physics Exam (27 February 2026)
In the evening shift on 27 February 2026, UP Board Class 12 Physics was conducted. The exam featured a range of multiple-choice, short-answer and numerical questions, and tested conceptual understanding and problem-solving abilities.
- Physics questions involved topics such as mechanics, electricity, magnetism and waves, with a total mark distribution following UPMSP guidelines.
- As with Class 10 maths, unofficial answer keys for physics will be published by experts soon after the exam for preliminary self-evaluation.
UP Board 2026 Answer Key & Question Paper Trends
Unlike some national boards, the UP Board does not officially publish answer keys, but several coaching institutions release unofficial answer keys soon after exam completion. These unofficial keys allow students to cross-check their answers and calculate approximate scores before the official results. Students are advised to use their original question papers while checking the unofficial keys to ensure accurate comparisons.
UP Board Exam Timetable and Remaining Schedule
As per the UP Board Class 10 and 12 timetable 2026, key subject exams are being held consecutively, with multiple subjects already completed including Science, English, Maths and Biology for different classes. The board exams will continue until mid-March 2026 across multiple subjects and shifts.
UP Board 2026 Tips for Students Awaiting Results
- Review your performance immediately using unofficial answer keys available online.
- Focus on revision for upcoming exams if you are yet to appear.
- Keep copies of question papers and rough work notes safe for future reference during result discussions.
The UP Board 2026 board exams are progressing steadily with comprehensive coverage of subject papers, and students are actively analysing question patterns to gauge difficulty levels and prepare for upcoming tests.