The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) is conducting the Class 12 Uchha Madhyamik exams 2026 from 12 February to 27 February 2026 in a single shift from 10 am to 1:15 pm across approximately 2,100 centres. Around 7.10 lakh students are appearing in various streams and subjects this year
Class 12 Exams Today – Language Papers & Guidelines
Today’s session includes English (B), Bengali (B), Hindi (B), Nepali (B), and alternative English language papers starting at 10:00 am and concluding at 1:15 pm. The board has advised students to reach exam centres at least 30 minutes earlier for verification and frisking formalities. Strict surveillance measures including CCTV coverage have been installed at all venues to ensure a fair and transparent examination environment. Candidates must carry valid ID, admit cards and follow all norms issued by the WBCHSE
WBCHSE 2026 Class 12 Time Table Overview
The full timetable, as released by the board, is as follows:
Exam Date — Subject — Time
- 12 Feb 2026: Bengali (A), English (A), Hindi (A), Nepali (A), Urdu, Santhali, Odia, Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi — 10 am–1:15 pm
- 13 Feb 2026: English (B), Bengali (B), Hindi (B), Nepali (B), Alternative English — 10 am–1:15 pm
- 17 Feb 2026: Physics, Nutrition, Education, Accountancy — 10 am–1:15 pm
- 18 Feb 2026: Vocational and technical subjects — 10 am–1:15 pm
- 19–27 Feb 2026: Mathematics, Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Visual Arts and others — 10 am–1:15 pm
Exact slots vary by subject category. Students should confirm timings with the official PDF at wbchse.wb.gov.in.
Question Paper Analysis & Answer Key Progress
Language papers conducted so far, including English (A) on 12 Feb, were reported to cover core grammar, comprehension and literature sections with a balanced mix of objective and descriptive questions. Coaching institutes and educational platforms have begun releasing answer key PDFs and memory-based solutions to help students cross-verify responses. Unofficial initial analysis suggests that most language papers were in line with expected patterns, with moderate difficulty in grammar and comprehension sections — though official answer keys from the board are yet to be published.
Exam Day Instructions for Students
Candidates are reminded to adhere to the following exam day rules:
- Report to the centre 30 minutes before the start time
- Carry the printed admit card and a valid photo ID or school ID
- Mobile phones and unauthorised items are strictly prohibited
- Follow all WBCHSE conduct rules and invigilator instructions
- Any malpractice may lead to cancellation of the exam
What Happens Next?
The WBCHSE board will continue conducting Semester 4 (final board) and Semester 3 supplementary exams until 27 February 2026. After conclusion, students and coaching institutes will track answer key releases and paper reviews for ongoing subjects. Students should regularly check the official board website and authorised educational portals for updates on answer keys, supplementary subjects and post-exam announcements.
