The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has officially announced the 2026 examination dates for the Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) board exams. The exams are set to start in February 2026, with the Class 10 exams starting on February 17 and the Class 12 exams on February 12.
This is an important period for students to study for these academically important exams.
When Do the CISCE Board Exams Begin in 2026?
- Class 10 (ICSE): Starts on February 17, 2026
- Class 12 (ISC): Starts on February 12, 2026
Both exams will take place in February and March 2026, with results expected by April-May 2026.
How Can Students Get the Results?
The ICSE and ISC results will be announced in April and May 2026.
The results will only be available online at the official CISCE website. Students will be unable to obtain results from the CISCE office.
What Is the CISCE Class 10 Exam Schedule (2026)?
Here’s the complete ICSE Class 10 Board Exam timetable:
| Date | Day | Time | Subject |
| February 17 | Tuesday | 11 am | English Language |
| February 20 | Friday | 11 am | English Literature |
| February 26 | Thursday | 11 am | Hindi |
| March 2 | Monday | 11 am | Mathematics |
| March 6 | Friday | 11 am | Various Languages |
| March 9 | Monday | 11 am | Physics |
| March 11 | Wednesday | 11 am | Chemistry |
| March 13 | Friday | 11 am | Biology |
| March 16 | Monday | 11 am | History & Civics (Paper I) |
| March 18 | Wednesday | 11 am | Geography (Paper II) |
| March 23 | Monday | 11 am | Computer Applications |
| March 27 | Friday | 11 am | Economics |
| March 30 | Monday | 11 am | Environmental Science |
What Is the CISCE Class 12 Exam Schedule (2026)?
Here’s the full ISC Class 12 Board Exam timetable:
| Date | Day | Time | Subject |
| February 12 | Thursday | 2 pm | Psychology |
| February 13 | Friday | 2 pm | English Language |
| February 16 | Monday | 2 pm | English Literature |
| February 20 | Friday | 2 pm | Accounts |
| February 21 | Saturday | 2 pm | Mass Media & Communications |
| February 23 | Monday | 2 pm | Chemistry |
| February 25 | Wednesday | 2 pm | History |
| February 27 | Friday | 2 pm | Commerce |
| March 2 | Monday | 2 pm | Environmental Science |
| March 6 | Friday | 2 pm | Biology |
| March 9 | Monday | 2 pm | Mathematics |
| March 11 | Wednesday | 2 pm | Business Studies |
| March 13 | Friday | 2 pm | Various Languages |
| March 16 | Monday | 2 pm | Physics |
| March 18 | Wednesday | 2 pm | Physical Education |
| March 23 | Monday | 2 pm | Economics & Biotechnology |
| March 25 | Wednesday | 2 pm | Sociology |
| March 27 | Friday | 2 pm | Computer Science |
| March 30 | Monday | 2 pm | Political Science |
| April 6 | Monday | 2 pm | Geography |
How Can Students Prepare for the CISCE 2026 Exam?
To do well in the Class 10 and Class 12 exams, students should:
- Understand the Exam Pattern: Go over the exam schedule and syllabus for each subject.
- Create a study plan: Divide the timetable into manageable daily study hours. Concentrate on the most crucial topics first.
- Use Past Papers: Solve past years’ question papers to become comfortable with the exam format.
- Stay Organized: Keep track of your exam dates and plan accordingly.
- Maintain Calm and Confidence: Avoid stress! Take regular pauses and obtain enough rest to be focused.
Conclusion
The CISCE has officially released the 2026 exam dates for both Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) students. With exams starting from February 12 for Class 12 and February 17 for Class 10, students need to stay prepared and follow a well-organized study schedule. Keep track of the dates, and be ready to give your best in these crucial exams!
