CBSE Second Board Exam 2026 Class 10
CBSE Second Board Exam 2026 Class 10 will be held between May 15 and June 1, 2026 , and the board has issued the date sheet. The CBSE Class 10 first main exam result was declared on April 15, 2026 .
CBSE Second Board Exam 2026 Class 10: Date Sheet & Key Dates
The second board exam (phase 2) runs from May 15 to June 01, 2026 . Schools will coordinate exam logistics and LOC submission for eligible candidates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CBSE Class 10 first main result announced | April 15, 2026 |
| Reported LOC submission & fee payment window (schools) | April 16–20, 2026 |
| Second board exam start date | May 15, 2026 |
| Second board exam end date | June 01, 2026 |
CBSE has released a detailed date sheet for individual subjects. Students must check the exact subject dates with their school or the official CBSE notice.
CBSE Second Board Exam 2026 Class 10: Eligibility & What You Can Improve
Only students who appeared in the CBSE Class 10 first main exam are eligible to sit the second board exam. Candidates may appear to improve scores in up to three subjects .
The second board exams are distinct from supplementary exams; rules and eligibility differ between the two.
CBSE Second Board Exam 2026 Class 10: Fees
Fees vary by candidate location. Payable amounts per subject are:
| Candidate Category | Fee per subject |
|---|---|
| Indian students | INR 320 |
| Students in Nepal | INR 1,100 |
| Foreign students | INR 2,200 |
Schools submit the List of Candidates (LOC) and pay these fees to the board within the prescribed window. The LOC submission window was reported as April 16–20, 2026 ; students should confirm timelines with their school.
What students should check now
Confirm with your school whether they will file the LOC and pay fees on your behalf. Ask for the exact subject dates from the date sheet and the admit card release schedule.
Some details have not been published publicly: the precise LOC submission procedure and portal link, admit card release date, exam centre allocations, and guidance for private candidates are not available in the official notices shared so far.