CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2026 ( Tentative) : 1st Exam from Feb 17 and 2nd exam from May 5
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CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2026 ( Tentative) : 1st Exam from Feb 17 and 2nd exam from May 5

Mangane PriyankaUpdated on 22 Aug 2025, 02:57 PM IST
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The Central Board of Secondary Education released the CBSE Class 10 draft date sheet 2026 for the 2026 examination. From 2026, the CBSE board will conduct the 10th Class exams in two phases. The CBSE 10th phase 1 exams will be conducted from February 17 to March 6, 2026, while the phase 2 exams will be held from May 5 to 21, 2026. The board took this action and shared a draft scheme to conduct two board exams for Class 10 CBSE.

CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2026 ( Tentative) : 1st Exam from Feb 17 and 2nd exam from May 5
CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2026

As per the National Education Policy 2020 recommendations, the board has developed a new scheme for conducting the CBSE Class 10 examination twice a year. The board releases the CBSE 10th exam schedule in a PDF format. Students can download the CBSE schedule for class 10 online through the official website, cbse.gov.in. Read the article to learn more about the CBSE Class 10 date sheet 2026.

CBSE Class 10 Exam Schedule 2026 (Draft)

ParticularsPhase 1 Dates (CBSE Term 1) Phase 2 Dates (CBSE Term 2)
CBSE Class 10 admit card 2026First week of February 2026April 22, 2026
CBSE 10th exam dates 2026February 17 to March 6, 2026May 5 to 21, 2026
CBSE Class 10 result dateApril 4, 2026June 6, 2026

Highlights of the CBSE 10th Date Sheet 2026

Based on the NEP 2020 scheme, the CBSE board exam twice a year scheme will be implemented from 2026. Check out the highlights of the CBSE Class X date sheet below.

  • The duration of CBSE Class 10 exams would be 34 days.
  • The board examination will be spread and conducted in India and 26 countries abroad.
  • Around 26,60,000 students are expected to register for the new scheme.
  • The CBSE board will offer 84 subjects to students from 2026.
  • The CBSE 10th Term 1 and CBSE Term 2 tentative exam schedules would be from February 17 to March 6, 2025, and May 5 to 21, 2025, respectively.
  • The board is expected to evaluate about 1,72,90,000 answer books in 2026.
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CBSE 10th Date Sheet 2026 for 1st & 2nd Exam

The CBSE board will conduct the Class 10 examination twice a year from 2026. Students must be careful while going through the CBSE date sheet for exam dates. The board will conduct the first exam in February/March, and the second exam is expected to be held in May 2026.

Candidates are allowed to take CBSE Term 1 and Term 2 board examinations in up to two phases during the respective academic year. One exam would be considered the main examination, and the other would be for improvement, as per the students’ desire.

CBSE 2026 Draft Date Sheet Class 10: Phase 1 (First Term Exam)

Exam Dates

Subjects

Day

February 17, 2026

Mathematics

Tuesday

February 21, 2026

Social Science

Saturday

February 25, 2026

Science

Wednesday

February 27, 2026

Hindi

Friday

March 2, 2026

English

Monday

March 6, 2026

Other Languages

Friday

CBSE Date Sheet 2026 Class 10 Draft: Phase 2 (Second Term Exam)

Exam Dates

Subjects

Day

May 5, 2026

Mathematics

Tuesday

May 9, 2026

Social Science

Saturday

May 13, 2026

Science

Wednesday

May 15, 2026

Other Languages

Friday

May 18, 2026

English

Monday

May 21, 2026

Hindi

Thursday

Important Note:

Students must note that the languages and electives like Hindi, English, Social Science, Mathematics, and Science will be conducted on a fixed day as mentioned in the exam schedule. The examination of regional and other languages will be held in a single day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Has the CBSE 10th date sheet 2026 released?
A:

The CBSE Board released the draft date sheet for the Class 10 examination. The detailed and final CBSE 10th Class 2026 date sheet will be released by the board in November 2025. 

Q: What is the duration of the CBSE Class 10 exams for both phases?
A:

The board will conduct the CBSE 10th Class exams over a duration of 34 days for two phases. 

Q: When will the CBSE Class 10 exams 2026 be held?
A:

The CBSE Board will conduct the 10th Class exams in two phases from 2026. The Phase 1 exams will be held from February 17 to March 6, 2026, while the Phase 2 exams will be conducted from May 5 to 21, 2026. 

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Questions related to CBSE Class 10th

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Have a question related to CBSE Class 10th ?

Hello, according to CBSE and most Indian education boards, the typical age for appearing in the Class 10 exam is around 15-16 years. However, there are some exceptional cases where academically advanced students complete their studies early. If you have officially cleared Class 10 from CBSE, received a valid marksheet, and your school and board have accepted your age proof during registration, your certificate is considered valid. Problems only arise if your admission to Class 10 violated the board’s eligibility rules (for example, skipping multiple classes without approval). In such rare cases, the board might question the validity. But if CBSE has issued you the certificate after proper procedures, it is legally recognized for further studies, competitive exams, and jobs. If you are worried about age restrictions for certain exams (like 17 years minimum for NEET), you might need to wait until you meet the required age.

Thank you, and best of luck for your studies.



Hello,

Yes, you are right. To get eligible for the 10th board examination, you need a minimum of 75% attendance. This is a rule that applies to the CBSE, or Central Board of Secondary Education, recognized schools. There are exceptions to this rule in the scenario, like

  • Medical Emergencies
  • Personal Tragedies
  • Official Sports Participation

I hope it will clear your query!!

hello,

These are the documents to take admission in 11th standard at your college from cbse to Maharashtra State Board.

  • Class X Marksheet
  • School Leaving Certificate
  • Date of Birth Certificate
  • Passport-Sized Photograph
  • Migrant Certificate
  • Aadhar Card or Government ID

I hope it resolves your query!!

To transfer from a CBSE school to a Maharashtra state board junior college for 11th standard, you'll need to provide several documents.

These typically include: your Class 10th mark sheet (original and attested copies), School Leaving Certificate/Transfer Certificate (TC) from your previous school, and a migration certificate if you're changing from a different board.

You'll also need a birth certificate, passport-sized photographs, and potentially an eligibility certificate from the Maharashtra State Board

The specific documents required may vary depending on the college and region. Verify the exact requirements with the college's admission office or official website.

Hello Aditya,

The documents required to take admission in 11th standard from CBSE to Maharashtra State Board are:

  1. 10th Marksheet (CBSE Board)

  2. School Leaving Certificate (from previous school)

  3. Migration Certificate (CBSE Board)

  4. Aadhaar Card (student’s ID proof)

  5. Passport size photographs

  6. Caste Certificate (if applicable)

  7. Domicile Certificate (if required by the college)

Some colleges may ask for additional documents. It’s best to check with the specific college for exact requirements.

Hope it helps !