What's New In CBSE Board Exams 2026

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26 September 2025

The CBSE will conduct the Class 10 and 12 board examinations for 2026 from February 17 to July 15

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In a significant reform aligned with the NEP 2020, CBSE will, for the first time, conduct two Class 10 board examinations each year

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This move aims to reduce exam stress, discourage dependence on coaching, and promote continuous learning

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First Exam will be held from February 17 to March 6 while the second exam from May 5 to May 20, 2026

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All students must appear in the first examination

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Students can improve performance in up to three subjects (Science, Mathematics, Social Science, or languages) during the second examination

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Students missing three or more subjects in the first exam will be placed under the "Essential Repeat" category and can reappear only the following year

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Special provisions will be made for sports students, winter-bound schools, and CWSN (Children With Special Needs) candidates

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First exam results will be announced on April 2026 while the second exam results will be declared on June 2026

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Both exams will serve as supplementary exams, eliminating the need for a separate supplementary schedule

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Internal assessments and practicals will be conducted only once per academic year

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