UP Board Class 12 Exams 2026 Schedule, Timings & Guidelines

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has scheduled the UP Board Class 12th examinations 2026 from 18 February 2026 to 12 March 2026. The board exams will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode at designated centres across Uttar Pradesh with lakhs of intermediate students appearing this year.

UP Board Class 12 Exam Dates and Timing

The board exams will follow a fixed calendar spanning multiple days, covering all Science, Commerce and Arts subjects for Class 12 students.

• Exam Start Date: 18 February 2026
• Exam End Date: 12 March 2026
• Exam Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper)
• Conducting Body: Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP)

Shift Timings

The UP Board Class 12 exams will be conducted in two daily shifts to manage large numbers of students across centres.

• Morning Shift: 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM
• Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Students must reach their exam centres well before the reporting time and check their admit card details carefully.

UP Board 12th Time Table Highlights

The official UP Board Class 12 timetable 2026 was released by the board on 5 November 2025 with subject-wise examination dates and shifts. Practical exams were held earlier in January and February before the theory papers. Students can access subject-wise schedules on the board’s official portal and through their schools ahead of attending each exam.

UP Board 12th Exam Day Instructions for Students

UPMSP has issued clear guidelines to ensure the smooth conduct of the exams and prevent unfair practices.

• Carry hard copy of the UP Board Class 12th admit card 2026 to the exam centre
• Reach the centre at least one hour before the paper begins
• No entry after the gate closes, usually 30 minutes before start time
• Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, tablets and other electronic devices
• Answers must be written in blue or black ink only
• Strict action will be taken for attempting unfair means during exams

Students who fail to adhere to the rules may face disqualification or disciplinary measures as per board norms.

What Students Should Know Before Each UP Board 12th Exam?

• Verify the subject code and date printed on the admit card
• Keep required stationery and essentials only
• Follow the dress code and seating arrangements as communicated by the school
• Maintain discipline till the end of the exam session

UP Board has also set up control rooms and surveillance mechanisms to monitor exam centres and handle any emergencies during the exam cycle. Students and guardians should stay connected with official UPMSP announcements for any further updates related to results, compartment exams or evaluation procedures after the conclusion of the written tests. Stay tuned for live updates and paper analysis as the UP Board Class 12th Exams 2026 progress.