UP Board Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026 Today, Timings & Rules
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• Updated on 20 Feb, 2026, 1:20 PM, by Arman Kumar
UP Board Class 10 Social Science exam was held on Feb 20, 2026, in two shifts across UP with strict security, flying squads and CCTV monitoring in place.
The UP Board Class 10th examinations 2026, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP), are underway, with the Social Science (SST) paper being held today, February 20, in both shifts across the state. The Class 10 board exams began on February 18 and will conclude on March 12, 2026. On Day 3 of the examination schedule, students are appearing for the Social Science paper in pen-and-paper mode. The exam duration is 3 hours and 15 minutes, as per UPMSP guidelines.
UP Board Class 10 Social Science Exam Timings
The Social Science paper is being conducted in two shifts:
- Morning shift: 8:30 am to 11:45 am
- Evening shift: 2:00 pm to 5:15 pm
Paper analysis and unofficial answer keys are expected to be shared after the conclusion of the examination.
UP Board Class 10 Exam Date Sheet 2026 (Key Subjects)
According to the official schedule released by UPMSP:
- February 18: Hindi / Primary Hindi
- February 19: Computer / Sewing
- February 20: Social Science
- February 21: Home Science
- February 23: English
- February 25: Science
- February 27: Mathematics
- March 12: Agriculture (last paper)
The exams are being conducted once a year and are a crucial academic milestone for Class 10 students in Uttar Pradesh.
Security Arrangements at UP Board Exam Centres
UPMSP has implemented strict security measures across examination centres to prevent malpractice. A state-level main control room along with district control rooms is actively monitoring exam activities. Key arrangements include:
- Deployment of flying squads for surprise inspections
- Time-bound entry at exam centres; late entry not permitted
- Secure storage and movement of question papers
- Installation of CCTV cameras at sensitive centres
Students have been advised to reach their exam centres well in advance and follow all instructions issued by invigilators to avoid last-minute issues. Further updates on Social Science paper analysis, difficulty level, and student reactions will be available after the exam concludes.
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