CBSE Board Exams Kick Off Today: 43 Lakh Students Sit for Class 10-12; Strict Rules Enforced

CBSE Board Exams Kick Off Today: 43 Lakh Students Sit for Class 10-12; Strict Rules Enforced

New Delhi, February 17, 2026
CBSE Class 10 & 12 annual exams start at 15,649 centers worldwide with ~43 lakh students. Day 1: Class 10 Maths; Class 12 Biotechnology/Shorthand (10:30 AM onwards).​

Key Exam Rules

Entry Deadline: Arrive by 10 AM sharp – latecomers barred.
Subject Match: Solve only admit card-listed paper (e.g., no Math Basic if Standard). Wrong subject = absent, result void.
Consequences: Violations lead to cancellation; schools face action for errors.​

Class 10 Changes

Twice-Yearly: First exam now; second May 15-Jun 1. Improves performance chances.

School Directives

Ensure correct question papers distributed. Official site sole rumor-check source. Timetable gaps aid focused prep till Apr 9 (Class 12).​

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