CBSE Date Sheet 2026: Class 10 & Class 12 Exam Dates
The CBSE date sheet lists the theory exam schedule subject by subject for Class 10 and Class 12. For the 2026 cycle, the datesheet was released on 30 October 2025. Board exams started from 17 February 2026 for both classes. Class 10 Phase 1 exams ran to 11 March 2026, and Class 12 exams concluded on 9 April 2026.
From 2026, Class 10 also has a Phase 2 exam window in May–June. The Phase 2 datesheet is released separately — confirm it on the official CBSE portal around April.
CBSE 2026 exam dates at a glance
| Event | Date (2026 cycle) |
|---|---|
| Datesheet released | 30 October 2025 |
| Board exams start (both classes) | 17 February 2026 |
| Class 10 Phase 1 exams end | 11 March 2026 |
| Class 12 exams end | 9 April 2026 |
| Class 10 Phase 2 (improvement) exams | 15 May – 1 June 2026 |
These are the 2026-cycle dates. Confirm the exact dates for your session on the official CBSE portal — always verify before acting.
How to read the datesheet correctly
- Open the official CBSE website — Go to cbse.gov.in and look for the datesheet notice or press release for your session.
- Check your class first — Class 10 and Class 12 datesheets are separate. Make sure you are reading the correct one.
- Match your subject by name — Verify your subject name against your admit card to avoid reading the wrong line in the datesheet.
- Note the reporting time and exam start time — The datesheet shows exam start time. Reach your centre before the reporting time listed on your admit card.
- Recheck near exam day — Occasionally, minor adjustments are issued via circulars. Revisit the official portal a week before your first paper.
Always confirm exact dates on the official CBSE portal: The dates listed above are from the 2025-26 cycle. For the current session, download the datesheet directly from cbse.gov.in. Do not rely on screenshots forwarded on social media — they can be outdated or incorrect.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the CBSE datesheet published?
The official datesheet is published on cbse.gov.in, usually in October–November before the February board exams. For the 2026 cycle it was released on 30 October 2025.
Will Class 10 students get a separate datesheet for Phase 2?
Yes, from 2026 the Phase 2 (improvement exam) has a separate schedule. Confirm the Phase 2 dates on the official CBSE portal after your Phase 1 result is announced.