CBSE releases complete schedule for Class 10, 12 practical and theory exams 2025-26
Babushahi Bureau
New Delhi, October 17, 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the schedule for practical exams for Classes 10 and 12 for the 2025-26 academic session, along with tentative dates for theory exams. Students can access the full schedule on the official website cbse.gov.in.
Practical Exam Schedule
CBSE has divided schools into two categories:
- Winter-bound schools: Practical exams, project work, and internal assessments will be conducted from November 6 to December 6, 2025.
- Other regions: Practical exams will begin from January 1, 2026.
The board has clarified that these dates are final, and schools must complete all practicals and internal assessments within the given timeframe.
Tentative Theory Exam Dates
Theory exams for both classes are scheduled to begin on February 17, 2026:
- Class 10: February 17 – March 9, 2026
- Class 12: February 17 – April 9, 2026
Exam timings: 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
The detailed date sheet will be released soon.
Important Instructions for Schools and Students
- External Examiners: Class 12 practical exams will be conducted under the supervision of external examiners appointed by CBSE.
- Marks Uploading: Schools must accurately upload practical and internal assessment marks to the CBSE portal. Once uploaded, marks cannot be changed.
- List of Candidates (LOC): Schools must prepare the list of students online.
Students and parents are advised to regularly check the official CBSE website for updates and notifications.