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CBSE Announces Class 10 and 12 Practical Exam Dates for 2026-27 Session
· Source: Amar Ujala
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the dates for Class 10 and 12 practical exams and internal assessments for the 2026-27 academic session. A separate schedule has been released for winter-bound schools where exams will be held from 9 November to 19 December 2026.
CBSE Practical Exam Schedule Announced
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared the dates for practical examinations and internal assessments for Class 10 and Class 12 for the 2026-27 academic session. For regular CBSE-affiliated schools in India and abroad, practical examinations will begin on 1 January 2027. A separate schedule has been fixed for schools located in winter-bound areas because they are likely to remain closed in January due to severe cold.
Important Dates
| School Category | Practical Exam / Assessment Dates |
|---|---|
| Winter-bound schools | 9 November to 19 December 2026 |
| Regular schools (India and abroad) | From 1 January 2027 |
Special Instructions for Class 10 Internal Assessment
The board has issued a special instruction regarding the internal assessment of Class 10 students. According to CBSE, the internal assessment for Class 10 candidates will be conducted only once. Therefore, all affiliated schools must enter each student's internal assessment marks within the prescribed time limit. Schools must ensure that no student misses the assessment and that all marks are uploaded on time.
Guidelines Issued to Schools
CBSE has instructed school administrations to prepare their schedules in advance to finish the assessment of both classes within the designated timeframe. Schools must keep the following points in mind:
- Complete Class 10 and Class 12 practical examinations on time.
- Complete the internal assessment process within the prescribed timeframe.
- Upload the marks of all students on time.
- Follow the timetable fixed by the board.
- Avoid any delay in the examination and evaluation work.
Questions
When will CBSE practical exams start for regular schools?
Practical examinations in regular affiliated schools in India and abroad will start from 1 January 2027.
What are the practical exam dates for winter-bound schools?
For winter-bound schools, practical exams and internal assessments will be conducted between 9 November and 19 December 2026.
Why is there a separate practical exam schedule for winter-bound schools?
A separate schedule was created because schools in winter-bound areas are likely to remain closed during January due to severe cold.
How many times will the Class 10 internal assessment be conducted?
The internal assessment for Class 10 students will be conducted only once.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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