The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced a change in the Class 10 and Class 12 Board Examination 2026 schedule. Exams that were earlier slated for March 3, 2026, have now been postponed due to administrative reasons, as per a circular issued on December 29, 2025.
Students, parents, and schools are advised to take note of the revised exam dates and plan preparation accordingly.
📌 Why Were the CBSE Exams Postponed?
According to the official notification issued by Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Controller of Examinations, the rescheduling was done for administrative reasons. CBSE clarified that:
- Only exams scheduled on March 3, 2026 are affected
- All other exam dates remain unchanged
- Revised dates will be updated on admit cards
- Schools must inform students and parents immediately
🗓️ Revised CBSE Board Exam Dates 2026
✅ Class 10 – Revised Exam Date
📅 March 11, 2026
Subjects Affected:
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Regional & Foreign Languages (Group-L)
- Tibetan, Bhoti, Bhutia
- Bodo, Tangkhul, Mizo, Kashmiri
- German, Japanese, Spanish
- Bahasa Melayu
- Academic Electives (Group-A2)
- National Cadet Corps (NCC)
- Elements of Book Keeping and Accountancy
✅ Class 12 – Revised Exam Date
📅 April 10, 2026
- Subject Affected:
- Legal Studies
🌍 About the Language & Elective Subjects
- Regional Languages such as Tibetan, Bodo, Mizo, and Kashmiri help preserve India’s rich linguistic heritage.
- Foreign Languages like German, Japanese, and Spanish promote global exposure and international communication skills.
- Bahasa Melayu is offered mainly for students abroad or those interested in Southeast Asian studies.
- NCC focuses on discipline, leadership, disaster management, and national service.
- Elements of Book Keeping & Accountancy is an entry-level commerce subject for foundational financial knowledge.
https://www.cbse.gov.in/
📅 CBSE Board Exams 2026: Important Highlights
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Exams begin: February 17, 2026
- Class 10 (First Day): Mathematics (Standard & Basic)
- Class 12 (First Day):
- Biotechnology
- Entrepreneurship
- Exam Timing:
- 🕥 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Single shift)
📝 Important Instructions for Students & Schools
✔ Check the revised date sheet carefully
✔ Download updated admit cards once released
✔ Schools must update internal schedules
✔ Parents and students should stay informed via official CBSE channels
📢 Final Advice for Students
The postponement gives students additional preparation time, especially for language and elective subjects. Use this window wisely—revise thoroughly, practice sample papers, and stay calm.
👉 Always rely on official CBSE notifications for the latest updates.
