# CBSE date sheet 2027 out: Class 10 and 12 exams from 16 February

> CBSE released the 2027 date sheet on 6 November 2026. Exams start 16 February; Class 10 ends 9 March, Class 12 on 9 April. Subject dates, two-exam rule, timings and how to download.

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- Published: 2026-10-29
- Updated: 2026-11-13
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> **Quick answer:** CBSE **released the 2027 date sheet on 6 November 2026**. Both **Class 10 and Class 12 exams start on 16 February 2027**, with papers beginning at **10:30 am**. **Class 10 ends on 9 March** and **Class 12 on 9 April 2027**. More than **26.5 lakh** Class 10 and **19.8 lakh** Class 12 students are expected. Class 10 also has an **optional second exam in May** to improve up to **three subjects**. Download the official PDF from **cbse.gov.in**.

> **Key takeaways**
> - Exams begin on **16 February 2027**: Class 10 runs to **9 March**, Class 12 to **9 April**.
> - **Class 10 phase 1 is compulsory**; **phase 2 in May is optional** for improving scores.
> - The late **LOC (list of candidates)** window was **22–30 October** with a **₹2,000** late fee; corrections run **2–4 November**.
> - The **pass mark is 33%** in each subject (theory and internal assessment together).
> - Use only the PDF on **cbse.gov.in** — edited copies circulate on WhatsApp.

## CBSE 2027 at a glance

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Date sheet | **Released 6 November 2026** |
| Class 10 phase 1 | **16 February – 9 March 2027** (compulsory) |
| Class 10 phase 2 | May 2027 (optional, up to 3 subjects) |
| Class 12 | **16 February – 9 April 2027** |
| Exam time | 10:30 am (most papers 3 hours) |
| Subjects | 83 (Class 10), 121 (Class 12) |
| Practical exams | Usually January–February, conducted by schools |
| Pass mark | 33% per subject |
| Official website | cbse.gov.in |

## The two board exams for Class 10 — how it works

From 2026, CBSE lets Class 10 students take the board exam **twice in the same year**.

1. **Phase 1 (February–March):** every student must appear in all subjects.
2. **Phase 2 (May):** optional. You can try to **improve your score in up to three subjects** — for example, Science, Maths and Social Science.
3. **Your better score** in each subject counts.
4. **Internal assessment** is done only once in the year.

Class 12 still has **one main exam**, plus a **supplementary exam** in July for students who fail or want to improve one subject.

> **Example:** Riya scores 68 in Maths in phase 1. She takes Maths again in phase 2 and scores 81. Her final marksheet shows 81.

## LOC and registration dates

Schools submit the **LOC (list of candidates)** to CBSE — students don't apply directly.

| Step | Date |
| --- | --- |
| LOC submission (normal) | Ended 21 October 2026 |
| LOC with late fee (₹2,000 per student) | 22–30 October 2026 |
| Correction window | 2–4 November 2026 |

> **Warning:** Check your **name, parents' names, date of birth and subjects** with your school during the correction window. These go on your marksheet and certificate.

## CBSE 2027 date sheet: major subjects

**Class 10**

| Date | Subject |
| --- | --- |
| 17 February 2027 | Mathematics (Standard and Basic) |
| 22 February 2027 | Science |
| 26 February 2027 | English |
| 3 March 2027 | Hindi (Course A and B) |
| 8 March 2027 | Social Science |

**Class 12**

| Date | Subject |
| --- | --- |
| 16 February 2027 | Physics |
| 23 February 2027 | Accountancy |
| 27 February 2027 | Chemistry |
| 2 March 2027 | Mathematics and Applied Mathematics |
| 5 March 2027 | English Core and English Elective |
| 16 March 2027 | Economics |
| 19 March 2027 | Political Science |
| 25 March 2027 | Biology |
| 31 March 2027 | Computer Science, Informatics Practices, IT |
| 1 April 2027 | Business Studies |

Check your other subjects, including skill subjects that run until 9 April, in the official PDF.

## How to download the CBSE date sheet 2027

1. Go to **cbse.gov.in**.
2. Click **Main Website** (or the **Latest @ CBSE** section).
3. Look for "**Date Sheet for Class X and XII Examination 2027**".
4. Open the PDF and download or print it.

You can also check on **cbse.nic.in** and in CBSE's official notices shared by your school.

## Exam-day rules

- Exams usually start at **10:30 am**; most papers are **3 hours**.
- Students get **15 minutes of reading time** before writing starts.
- **Major subjects** (Maths, Science, English, Social Science for Class 10; Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, Accountancy, etc. for Class 12) usually have **gaps of several days** between them.
- Clashes with **JEE Main and other entrance exams** are usually avoided.

## Passing marks and grading

| Rule | Details |
| --- | --- |
| Pass mark | **33%** in each subject (theory + internal assessment) |
| Class 12 practical subjects | Pass theory and practical **separately** |
| Grading | Marks plus grades; CBSE doesn't announce toppers or give divisions |
| Compartment / supplementary | For Class 12 students failing a subject; held in July |

## Admit card

The admit card is issued to **schools** around **January–February**. Private candidates download it from cbse.gov.in. Check your **roll number, subjects and exam centre** as soon as you get it.

## Preparation plan until February

| Month | What to do |
| --- | --- |
| November | Finish the syllabus; start NCERT exercises and examples |
| December | Pre-board exams at school; mark weak chapters |
| January | Sample papers (CBSE publishes them on **cbseacademic.nic.in**) under timed conditions |
| February | Revision of short notes; sleep 7–8 hours |

> **Tip:** CBSE's **sample papers and marking schemes** show the exact paper pattern and how examiners award marks. Solve them before any guide book.

## Frequently asked questions

### Has the CBSE 2027 date sheet been released?

Yes. CBSE released it on 6 November 2026, 101 days before the first paper.

### When will CBSE board exams 2027 start?

On 16 February 2027 for both classes. Class 10 ends on 9 March and Class 12 on 9 April 2027.

### When is the Class 10 Maths exam in 2027?

On 17 February 2027, for both Mathematics Standard and Mathematics Basic.

### Will Class 10 have two board exams in 2027?

Yes. Phase 1 in February–March is compulsory; phase 2 in May is optional and lets you improve up to three subjects.

### Which score counts if I take both Class 10 exams?

The better of the two scores in each subject.

### What are the passing marks for CBSE?

33% in each subject, combining theory and internal assessment. Practical subjects need a pass in theory and practical separately.

### Can I change my subjects after LOC?

Only during the correction window, through your school, and only as CBSE allows.

### Where can I download CBSE sample papers for 2027?

On cbseacademic.nic.in under Sample Question Papers.

## Sources

- [CBSE — official website](https://www.cbse.gov.in/)
- [CBSE Academic — sample question papers](https://cbseacademic.nic.in/)
- [All India Radio News — CBSE releases 2027 date sheet](https://newsonair.gov.in/cbse-releases-2027-board-exam-date-sheet-exams-begin-16th-february/)