CBSE Exam Dates 2026 Revised: Download Class 10th & 12th New Date Sheet PDF @ cbse.gov.in
In a significant update for lakhs of students across India and abroad, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially revised the dates for the Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examinations 2026. As per the latest circular released on December 30, 2025, the Board has rescheduled certain papers due to unavoidable administrative reasons.
While the examinations will still commence on February 17, 2026, the concluding dates and a few mid-exam schedules have been revised. This article explains the revised timeline, subject-wise changes, and how students can download the official PDF from cbse.gov.in.
CBSE Revised Date Sheet 2026: What Has Changed?
CBSE has not changed the entire examination calendar. The revisions are limited to papers that were originally scheduled on March 3, 2026.
- Class 10: The paper scheduled for March 3, 2026, has been postponed and will now be conducted on March 11, 2026.
- Class 12: The paper scheduled for March 3, 2026, has been rescheduled to April 10, 2026.
• CBSE Class 10 Exams: February 17, 2026 – March 11, 2026
• CBSE Class 12 Exams: February 17, 2026 – April 10, 2026
CBSE Class 10 Revised Date Sheet 2026
For Class 10 students, core subjects like Mathematics, Science, and Social Science have sufficient gap days. All exams will be conducted in the morning shift (10:30 AM – 01:30 PM).
| Date | Day | Subject(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 17, 2026 | Tuesday | Mathematics (Standard & Basic) |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Wednesday | Home Science |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Saturday | English (Language & Literature) |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Monday | Regional Languages |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Wednesday | Science |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Friday | Computer Applications / IT / AI |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Saturday | Sanskrit |
| Mar 02, 2026 | Monday | Hindi (Course A & B) |
| Mar 07, 2026 | Saturday | Social Science |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Rescheduled Paper(s) |
CBSE Class 12 Revised Date Sheet 2026
For Class 12 students, the revision mainly benefits those appearing for subjects that were originally planned for March 3. The final exam date is now extended to April 10, 2026.
Arts (Humanities) – Key Subjects
| Date | Subject |
|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | Geography |
| Mar 05, 2026 | Psychology |
| Mar 12, 2026 | English Core / Elective |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Political Science |
| Mar 30, 2026 | History |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Sociology |
| Apr 10, 2026 | Legal Studies (Rescheduled) |
How to Download the Revised CBSE Date Sheet 2026 PDF?
- Visit the official website: cbse.gov.in.
- Click on “Main Website”.
- Open the section “Latest @ CBSE”.
- Click on “Circular: Revised Date Sheet for Class X & XII Board Exams 2026”.
- Download the PDF and replace the old date sheet immediately.
Important Exam Day Guidelines
- Exam Timing: 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM. Reach the center by 10:00 AM.
- Admit Card: Carry the hard copy issued and signed by your school.
- Uniform: School uniform with ID card is mandatory.
- Stationery: Only permitted items in transparent pouches.
Conclusion
The revision in the CBSE Board Exam Dates 2026 is a minor yet important update. Students should align their revision plans with the new dates and rely only on the official PDF available on cbse.gov.in. Stay calm, revise smartly, and focus on consistent preparation.
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