Hey learners,
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced a rescheduling of board examinations for Class 10 and Class 12 for the academic year 2025–26. The decision has been taken due to administrative reasons, as confirmed in the latest CBSE notification dated 29 December 2025.
This update is crucial for students preparing for the CBSE Board Exams 2026, as one of the examination dates originally fixed for 3 March 2026 has now been revised.
CBSE Board Exam Date Change 2026: Official Details
According to the official circular issued by Central Board of Secondary Education, the examination scheduled on 3 March 2026 for both Class X and Class XII has been postponed. The revised dates are as follows:
Revised CBSE Exam Dates 2026
| Class | Earlier Exam Date | New Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| Class 10 | 03 March 2026 | 11 March 2026 |
| Class 12 | 03 March 2026 | 10 April 2026 |
Read: Rescheduling of Examinations for Class X and Class XII Notification
What Remains Unchanged?
CBSE has clarified that all other examination dates will remain unchanged. Only the exam originally scheduled on 3 March 2026 has been affected by this revision.
See: CBSE Board Examinations Date Sheet for Class X and XII-2026
Important Instructions for Students and Schools
- Schools affiliated with CBSE have been instructed to inform students and parents immediately.
- The CBSE Date Sheet 2026 will be updated accordingly.
- Revised exam dates will be mentioned on the admit cards when they are issued.
- Students are advised to rely only on official CBSE notifications and avoid misinformation.
Impact on Students
The revised schedule provides:
- Additional preparation time for Class 10 students.
- Over one month of extra preparation time for Class 12 students, which can be beneficial for competitive exam aspirants as well.
CBSE Board Exam 2026: What Students Should Do Now
- Re-check your study plan and revision schedule.
- Regularly visit the official CBSE website for updates.
- Stay connected with your school authorities for official announcements.
The CBSE exam rescheduling 2026 is an official and confirmed update. Students should not panic and instead use the additional time effectively for revision and exam preparation. CBSE has assured that the smooth conduct of examinations remains its top priority.