CBSE Releases Date Sheet for Class 10 & 12 Board Exams 2027

📢 CBSE Releases Date Sheet for Class 10 & 12 Board Exams 2027

Exams commence on February 16, 2027 — 101 Days in Advance!

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially released the much-awaited date sheets for the Class X and Class XII Board Examinations 2027. The official notification, dated 06.11.2026, was signed by Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Controller of Examinations, and uploaded to the CBSE official website (www.cbse.gov.in).

According to the official circular, the board exams will begin on Tuesday, 16 February 2027. To help students, parents, and schools plan better, the board has released the schedule a full 101 days in advance.

📊 Key Highlights at a Glance

  • Exam Start Date: 16 February 2027 (Tuesday)
  • Class 10 Registrations: Over 26.5 lakh students (83 subjects)
  • Class 12 Registrations: Over 19.8 lakh students (121 subjects)
  • Exam Timing: All exams will commence at 10:30 AM (IST)
  • Advanced Planning: Schedule prepared keeping in mind major entrance exams and over 40,000 subject combinations.

📚 CBSE Class 10 Board Exam 2027: Key Dates

While the full schedule covers 83 subjects, here are the key dates for major subjects:

Date Subject(s)
Feb 17, 2027 Mathematics (Standard & Basic)
Feb 19, 2027 Home Science
Feb 22, 2027 Science
Feb 26, 2027 English (Communicative & Language and Literature)
Mar 03, 2027 Hindi Course A & B

Note: Skill-based subjects begin earlier, starting from Feb 16 (Painting) and Feb 18 (Automotive, Data Science, etc.).

🎓 CBSE Class 12 Board Exam 2027: Key Dates

For Class 12 students, the schedule accounts for 121 subjects. Here are the dates for the most common streams:

Date Subject(s)
Feb 16, 2027 Physics
Feb 18, 2027 Physical Education
Feb 23, 2027 Accountancy
Feb 27, 2027 Chemistry
Mar 05, 2027 English Elective & Core
Mar 09, 2027 Mathematics & Applied Mathematics
Mar 25, 2027 Biology
Mar 31, 2027 Computer Science, Informatics Practices, IT
Apr 01, 2027 Business Studies

💡 Why Did CBSE Release the Dates Early?

The CBSE circular outlines several strategic reasons for releasing the date sheet 101 days in advance:

  • Ample Preparation Time: Reduces exam-related anxiety and allows students to plan their studies better.
  • Entrance Exam Alignment: The schedule has been drafted keeping in mind tentative dates for major entrance exams (like JEE and NEET), ensuring board exams finish well in advance.
  • Zero Clashes: The board factored in over 40,000 subject combinations to ensure that no two subjects chosen by a student fall on the same date.
  • Teacher & School Planning: Minimizes prolonged absence of teachers during the evaluation process and allows schools to plan the academic calendar for non-board classes smoothly.

⚠️ Important Instructions for Students

  • All examinations will strictly commence at 10:30 AM IST.
  • Students must read the instructions given on their Admit Card carefully.
  • It is mandatory to comply with all instructions issued by the CBSE.
  • No communication devices (phones, smartwatches, etc.) are allowed inside the examination centre.

📥 Download the Official PDF: Students are advised to visit the official CBSE website at www.cbse.gov.in to download the complete date sheet for all 83 (Class 10) and 121 (Class 12) subjects.

Stay tuned for more updates regarding CBSE Board Exams 2027. Wishing all students the very best of luck for their preparations!