The 2026 state board examinations for Class 10 and 12 across five major Indian states — Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan — are beginning to take shape. While the Madhya Pradesh Board has already released its complete timetable, other boards have either announced key dates or are expected to publish detailed schedules in the coming months. Students and parents are advised to keep an eye on official board announcements for the latest information and subject-wise timetables.
Most boards are anticipated to follow their usual patterns, with theoretical exams primarily held in February and March. Practical examinations are typically conducted 2–4 weeks prior to the theory papers. Examination timings will differ by board, with some opting for a single morning shift and others implementing a two-shift system for their theory examinations.
MP Board Exam 2026 Timetable Released
The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) has officially published its examination timetable for 2026. Class 10 exams are slated for February 11 to March 2, and Class 12 exams will be held from February 7 to March 3. Practical examinations for both classes are scheduled between February 10 and March 10. All theory exams will be conducted in a single morning shift, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Further details can be found on the official MPBSE website.
Maharashtra Board Announces Exam Dates
The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has released key dates for its 2026 examinations. Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC), or Class 12, exams are scheduled from February 10 to March 18. Secondary School Certificate (SSC), or Class 10, exams will follow, from February 20 to March 18. Practical examinations for HSC students are set for January 23 to February 9, with SSC practicals running from February 2 to February 18. Comprehensive subject-wise timetables will be released soon by the board.
Bihar Board Timetable Expected in December
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is anticipated to release its 2026 examination timetable in December 2025. Tentatively, Class 12 exams are expected to be held from February 1 to February 15, and Class 10 exams from February 17 to February 25. Practical exams are likely to take place in January 2026. Students should consult the official BSEB channels for confirmed dates.
UP Board Timetable Expected in November
The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) is slated to release its examination timetable in November 2025. Theory exams are expected to occur between February and March, with practical exams tentatively scheduled from January 21 to February 5. The UP Board typically conducts examinations in two shifts: a morning session from 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM, and an afternoon session from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM.
Rajasthan Board Timetable Expected in January
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) is projected to release its Class 10 and 12 timetables in January 2026. Both classes are likely to have their main exams between March and April, with practical exams for regular students anticipated in January and February. Theory examinations will be conducted in a single shift, from 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM.
Overview of 2026 State Board Exams
Here’s a concise overview of the 2026 state board examinations for Class 10 and 12 across these five states:
| Board | Status | Class 10 exam dates | Class 12 exam dates | Practical exam dates | Exam timings | Official board name (for reference) |
| MPBSE | Released | Feb 11 – Mar 2 | Feb 7 – Mar 3 | Feb 10 – Mar 10 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education |
| Maharashtra | Dates announced | Feb 20 – Mar 18 | Feb 10 – Mar 18 | SSC: Feb 2–18; HSC: Jan 23 – Feb 9 | Single/morning shift | Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education |
| Bihar | Not yet released | Feb 17 – Feb 25 (expected) | Feb 1 – Feb 15 (expected) | Jan 2026 (expected) | Morning & afternoon shifts | Bihar School Examination Board |
| UP | Not yet released | Feb–Mar 2026 (expected) | Feb–Mar 2026 (expected) | Jan 21 – Feb 5 (tentative) | Morning & afternoon shifts | Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad |
| Rajasthan | Not yet released | Mar–Apr 2026 (expected) | Mar–Apr 2026 (expected) | Jan–Feb 2026 (expected) | 8:30 AM – 11:45 AM | Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education |
Students are strongly advised to refer to this overview as a guide while awaiting official timetables and to align their preparations with their respective board schedules.