CBSE has clarified that there will be no change in the question paper design or assessment pattern for the 2026-27 academic session. The passing criteria will also remain the same as those applicable during the last academic session.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to conduct the CBSE Class 12 board examinations in the month of February/March/April 2027. According to the official exam syllabus, the Class 12 Geography paper focuses on question types based on remembering and understanding, application, analysing, evaluating, and creating. Students should also focus on map work in terms of the identification of features based on the units taught.

Read more  | CBSE Class 12 Geography Sample Paper 2027: Practise These Map Work Questions

The CBSE will publish the exam timetable for Class 10 and 12 students set to appear for the 2027 board exams on its official website, cbse.gov.in. 

According to CBSE, only students whose names are submitted through the online LOC submission process will be allowed to appear for the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. 

Questioning the need for traditional question papers, Nilekani suggested that the country needs to do away with question papers to combat leaks that have disrupted high-stakes exams taken by millions of students and job seekers. "If you start with a user in mind, technology is scalable," said Nilekani, who heads the high-powered task force on examination reforms for National Testing Agency (NTA).

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CBSE's Bengaluru regional office undertook cleanliness activities as part of 'Swachhata Hi Seva' 2026, focusing on cleaning pathways, clearing dry leaves, and maintaining the cleanliness of surrounding areas in Nagarbhavi.

CBSE Regional Office, Bengaluru, undertook cleanliness activities as part of Swachhata Hi Seva 2026, focusing on cleaning pathways, clearing dry leaves and maintaining the cleanliness of surrounding areas in Nagarbhavi. #SpecialCampaign6 #SwachhataHiSeva #CBSE #CBSEROBengaluru https://t.co/LBWb7JP9G0

— CBSE HQ (@cbseindia29) October 13, 2026

According to official information, a student who failed in class 10th or class 12th board exam can reappear as a private candidate or as regular student admitted in school. For further information students can visit cbse.nic.in.

The board has released the CBSE Class 10 sample papers 2026-27 on its official website - cbseacademic.nic.in. Students can practise for their Social Science exam using the sample paper published online.

Direct Link | CBSE Class 10 Social Science Sample Paper 2027, Question Types, Map Work Topics

Finland's public libraries are lending far more than novels and textbooks. According to a report published by the BBC in June 2026, Finland has more than 700 libraries for a population of 5.6 million, offering everything from podcast studios and 3D printing to tennis rackets and swimming pool passes.

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The CBSE has released the hall tickets for for Class 12 students set to appear for the Special Exam 2026 in West Asia. Check the image of the admit card download window below. 

With the release of the CBSE 10th and 12th timetable 2027, students can prepare structured study plans to enhance their performance. A tentative schedule will help board candidates come up with a revision plan and preparation strategy well in advance. 

For Class 12 students choosing the Psychology paper, it is important to understand the syllabus thoroughly to score well in the board exam. The CBSE Class 12 Psychology sample question paper 2027 will help students understand the exam pattern, question type, and marking scheme of the Class 12th Psychology paper.

Read more | CBSE Class 12 Board Exam 2027: Psychology Sample Question Paper, Syllabus, Question Type

According to the official circular, schools are required to complete the registration process before proceeding with the online submission of the LOC. Schools must use their 'Affiliation Number' as the user ID, which is already available with them.

Students must note that the syllabus for Class 10th and 12th is available on the CBSE website: cbseacademic.nic.in.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi's Continuing Education Programme (CEP) has launched the fourth batch of the certificate programme in "Design Thinking for User Experience," inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates. As per the official announcement, the registration portal is open till November 26, 2026. Graduates from any discipline with a minimum one year of experience are eligible to apply. 

Read more | IIT Delhi Launches Certificate Programme In 'Design Thinking For User Experience'

The CBSE has released the date sheet for the Class 12 Special Examinations 2026 for students in West Asia. The special examinations are being conducted for subjects whose exams could not be conducted in March and April due to the West Asia crisis. Students can download the admit card from the official portal.

Click here to download the date sheet PDF 

The CBSE has issued the admit cards for Class 12 students set to appear for the Special Exam 2026 in West Asia.

Once the CBSE board exam timetable is published, Class 10 and 12 students can follow the steps given below to download the PDF.

• Visit cbse.gov.in
• Open the examination-circulars or latest-notice section
• Locate the notification mentioning the Class 10 and 12 Board Examinations 2027
• Open the official PDF
• Check the class, subject code, subject name, examination date and examination timing
• Download and save the PDF for reference

According to CBSE, only students whose names are submitted through the online LOC submission process will be allowed to appear for the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. 

The Central Board of Secondary Education will release the CBSE board 2027 exam timetable on its official website, cbse.gov.in.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has started the submission of the List of Candidates (LOC) for Class 10 and 12 board examinations 2027 from September 24. All the schools affiliated to the board can submit the LOC for eligible students through the official CBSE portal, cbse.gov.in, till October 21 without a late fee.

The Central Board of Secondary Education is expected to publish the board exam schedule for the academic year 2026-27 anytime soon on its official website, cbse.gov.in.