CBSE Class 10 compartment improvement phase 2 2026
CBSE released Class 10 supplementary and improvement data for the first time, showing 6,68,854 regular candidates registered across compartment and improvement categories. Phase 2 exams are scheduled between May 15 and 21, 2026 and the board has opened LOC and exam fee submission in three phases.
CBSE Class 10 compartment improvement phase 2 2026: who registered
The registrations cover students appearing only in compartments, only for improvement, and those opting for both. Numbers matter if you’re planning logistics or choosing exam centres.
| Category | Registered candidates |
|---|---|
| Total (compartment + improvement + both) | 6,68,854 |
| Compartment only | 85,285 |
| Improvement only | 5,25,655 |
| Both compartment and improvement | 57,914 |
CBSE Class 10 compartment improvement phase 2 2026: subjects and subject-wise counts
Science is the top choice for re-appearing students. If you plan to re-appear in Science or Mathematics, note the large candidate pools.
| Subject | Candidates |
|---|---|
| Science | 4,74,491 |
| Mathematics (Standard) | 3,68,843 |
| Mathematics (Basic) | 1,78,878 |
| Social Science | 1,54,619 |
| English Language & Literature | 98,536 |
| Hindi Course-A | 29,860 |
| Hindi Course-B | 23,476 |
| English (Communicative) | 5,413 |
| Odia | 3,295 |
| Malayalam | 2,462 |
| Telugu | 1,875 |
| Tamil | 1,836 |
How many papers students are taking
Many students are using the new two-exam system to improve marks. The board data shows 2,79,227 students will appear for two subjects, 1,97,119 for three subjects, and 1,92,508 for one subject. 8,323 private candidates are using a third chance, while 1,442 candidates are appearing for their first chance.
Rules to note and what the board will do with scores
Under the two-exam system, students who failed the first board exam can appear in a compartment. Those who passed can take improvement exams in up to three subjects . The board will consider the best of two exam scores for the final mark sheet-cum-certificate, as stated in the official release.
Missing details students often ask about
The board has not specified exact examination fee amounts or individual LOC phase dates and deadlines. Exam centre allocations, result dates for phase 2, and detailed fee or late-fee rules were not released in the data provided.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Article published | April 24, 2026 |
| Phase 2 exams | May 15–21, 2026 |