CBSE Time Table 2026 for Class 10 & 12 | Two-Phase Exams, New Format Explained

 Name of the Post:CBSE Time Table 2026 for Class 10 & 12 | Two-Phase Exams, New Format Explained

Post Date: 02-11-2025

Exam Schedule: 17 February 2026.

Important Notes & Changes: The board has introduced a two-exam system for Class 10: a main exam and an optional second exam in the same academic year to give students a chance to improve. The practical exams and internal assessments are scheduled earlier, with some schools (especially in very cold regions) starting practicals in November-December 2025.It’s important that students appear for the Phase 1 exam (for Class 10), and only then they are eligible for the Phase 2 improvement exam. 

CBSE Board Time Table 2026 Released
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Important Dates class 10th	Important Dates class 12th
(First) 17 February 2026 to 10 March 2026 (Second) 15 May 2026 to 30 May 2026	17 February 2026 to 09 April 2026

CBSE Board Class 10th Exam 2026 (Second)
15 May 2026 to 30 May 2026

Exam timings
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM

CBSE Board Exam 2026	Important Dates
CBSE Board Class 10th Exam 2026 (First)	17 February 2026 to 10 March 2026
CBSE Board Class 10th Exam 2026 (Second)	15 May 2026 to 30 May 2026
CBSE Board Class 12th Exam 2026	17 February 2026 to 09 April 2026

Latest CBSE 2026 exam schedule updates
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CBSE Board Exam 2026 – FAQs

Q1. When will the CBSE Board Exams 2026 start?
👉 The CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 board exams for 2026 will begin on 17 February 2026.

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Q2. When will the CBSE Class 12 exams end?
👉 The Class 12 exams are expected to continue till 9 April 2026.

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Q3. What is the exam timing for CBSE 2026 exams?
👉 The exams will generally be held from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM for most subjects.

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Q4. Will there be two exams for CBSE Class 10 in 2026?
👉 Yes. CBSE has introduced a two-exam system — Phase 1 (main exam) and Phase 2 (improvement exam) — in the same academic year.

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Q5. When will the CBSE Phase 2 exams be conducted?
👉 The Phase 2 exams for Class 10 are tentatively scheduled for May–June 2026.

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Q6. When will the practical exams be held?
👉 Practical and internal assessments are expected to start from November–December 2025 in some regions, depending on the weather.

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Q7. Where can students download the official CBSE Time Table 2026 PDF?
👉 Students can download the official CBSE Date Sheet 2026 PDF from the CBSE website:
https://cbse.gov.in

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Q8. Are there any changes in the exam pattern for 2026?
👉 Yes. The new exam policy allows students to improve their performance through the optional second exam. However, the overall paper pattern (MCQs + descriptive) remains similar to 2025.

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Q9. How can students prepare effectively for CBSE 2026 exams?
👉 Focus on NCERT textbooks, practice sample papers, follow the official CBSE syllabus, and maintain a daily revision schedule.

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Q10. What is the passing criterion for CBSE 2026 exams?
👉 Students must score at least 33% marks in both theory and practical exams separately to pass.