Karnataka SSLC Time Table 2026 Revised: Third Language, NSQF Shift to March 31
KSEAB revised the Karnataka SSLC Time Table 2026 on March 26, 2026 , moving the Third Language and NSQF vocational exams from March 30 to March 31, 2026 . The board said the change follows the rescheduling of the Mahaveer Jayanthi public holiday to March 30.
The board confirmed that all other exam dates remain unchanged and the exam timings will continue to be 10:15 AM to 1:30 PM . The SSLC Examination-1 had started on March 18, 2026 as per the original schedule.
Karnataka SSLC Time Table 2026: What changed
Only a one-day shift was made. Papers originally set for March 30, 2026 — the Third Language and NSQF vocational subjects — will now be held on March 31, 2026 .
Subjects affected include Third Language papers such as Hindi, Kannada, English, Arabic, Persian , and other languages. The change also covers Urdu, Sanskrit, Konkani, Tulu and NSQF vocational disciplines.
Chief superintendents have been instructed to follow the revised date even if the printed question paper packets still show March 30 .
Karnataka SSLC Time Table 2026: Key dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KSEAB announcement published | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Original Third Language exam date | Mar 30, 2026 |
| Revised Third Language exam date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| SSLC exams start date (original) | Mar 18, 2026 |
| Social Science exam (as scheduled) | Apr 2, 2026 |
What this means for you
If you are a Class 10 candidate in Karnataka taking a Third Language or NSQF paper, your exam moves by one day to March 31 . Your reporting time and exam duration do not change.
Check with your school or exam centre for any centre-level instructions. If your question packet lists March 30 , the centre must still run the exam on March 31 as per the board order.
What the board did not specify
KSEAB has not published a revised full timetable PDF along with this notice. There is no update yet on admit card changes, travel guidance, exam-centre lists, or support for students with special needs.
If you need clarification, contact your school authorities. The board statement is limited to the date change and timing confirmation.
FAQs
Q: Why was the Third Language exam rescheduled? A: The Mahaveer Jayanthi public holiday was moved to March 30 , so the board shifted exams to March 31 .
Q: Has the exam timing changed? A: No. Timings remain 10:15 AM to 1:30 PM .
Q: Will other exam dates change? A: No. Only the Third Language and NSQF papers were moved to March 31, 2026 .
Q: What if the question paper packet shows March 30? A: Chief superintendents are instructed to ignore the printed date and follow March 31 .
Q: When did the SSLC exams begin? A: The original schedule began on March 18, 2026 .
Q: Is there an updated full timetable or revised admit card information? A: The board has not released a full revised timetable PDF or any information on admit card changes in this notice.
Q: Does this affect the Social Science paper? A: No. Social Science is still scheduled for April 2, 2026 , as earlier announced.