CISCE time table 2026 released for class 10, 12 board exams: Check ISC, ICSE schedule here
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has officially released the timetable for the 2026 Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) board exams. This year, the exams are scheduled to start earlier than in 2025, with Class 12 beginning on February 12 and Class 10 on February 17.Approximately 2.6 lakh students will appear for ICSE and 1.5 lakh for ISC exams. The schedules cover over 75 subjects for ICSE and 50 subjects for ISC, allowing students and schools ample time to plan preparation, revision, and mock exams. Candidates are advised to reach exam centres 30 minutes early and use the 15-minute reading time effectively. Results are expected in April–May 2026.Also check: ISC class 12 date sheet 2026 for science stream
ICSE class 10 exam 2026 date sheet
The ICSE Class 10 exams will begin on 17 February 2026 and conclude on 30 March 2026. Students have roughly six weeks of exam days, covering core subjects, languages, and elective options.
ISC class 12 date sheet 2026
The ISC Class 12 exams start on 12 February 2026 and continue until 6 April 2026. Students will have exams across core subjects, languages, and electives.
| Date | Subject |
| Thursday, 12 February | Psychology |
| Friday, 13 February | English – Paper 1 (English Language) |
| Saturday, 14 February | Art – Paper 3 (Drawing/Painting of a Living Person) |
| Saturday, 14 February | Legal Studies |
| Monday, 16 February | English – Paper 2 (Literature in English) |
| Tuesday, 17 February | Home Science – Paper 1; Electricity & Electronics; Geometrical & Mechanical Drawing |
| Friday, 20 February | Accounts |
| Saturday, 21 February | Mass Media & Communication |
| Monday, 23 February | Chemistry – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Wednesday, 25 February | History |
| Friday, 27 February | Commerce |
| Saturday, 28 February | Art – Paper 1 (Drawing/Painting from Still Life) |
| Monday, 2 March | Environmental Science – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Friday, 6 March | Biology – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Saturday, 7 March | Fashion Designing – Paper 1 (Theory); Indian Music – Hindustani – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Monday, 9 March | Mathematics |
| Wednesday, 11 March | Business Studies |
| Friday, 13 March | Languages – Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Khasi, Mizo, Malayalam, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Modern Armenian, Tibetan, Arabic, Sanskrit |
| Saturday, 14 March | Art – Paper 2 (Drawing/Painting from Nature) |
| Monday, 16 March | Physics – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Wednesday, 18 March | Physical Education |
| Monday, 23 March | Economics; Biotechnology – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Wednesday, 25 March | Sociology |
| Friday, 27 March | Computer Science – Paper 1 (Theory) |
| Saturday, 28 March | Art – Paper 4 (Original Imaginative Composition in Colour) |
| Monday, 30 March | Political Science |
| Wednesday, 1 April | Elective English; Hospitality Management |
| Saturday, 4  April | Art – Paper 5 (Crafts ‘A’) |
| Monday, 6  April | Geography |
Also read: CISCE ISC date sheet 2026 for arts stream released
ISC class 12 exam pattern
The ISC Class 12 examinations follow a theory and practical-based assessment pattern, designed to evaluate students’ understanding of core concepts as well as applied skills. Most subjects, especially Science and Home Science, have two components: a theory paper and a practical/project component, with the practical marks contributing significantly to the final grade. Theory papers are usually 2–3 hours long, with questions covering short answers, long answers, and application-based problems. Languages, including English and regional languages, include separate papers for language skills and literature. Elective and creative subjects such as Art, Music, and Fashion Designing may have additional practical or project submissions. Understanding the marking scheme and time allocation helps students strategise preparation and exam attempts effectively.
