CBSE announces schedule, rules, and fee details for Class 10 second board examination 2026
CBSE will finalise the List of Candidates appearing for the second board exams soon. Candidates are invited to submit their names, pay the examination fee, or withdraw from the improvement exams, as per the prescribed schedule. Read Details
CBSE issues an important circular regarding submission of List of Candidates (LOC) and fee payment for the Class 10 Second Board Examination 2026. The board directs schools to follow the schedule strictly and complete all processes within the given timeline.
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What is the schedule for LOC submission and fee payment?
CBSE provides a clear timeline for schools to complete fee payment and LOC submission. Schools must follow each phase carefully to avoid penalties.
| Activity | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee Payment (1st Phase) | 16 April 2026 (around noon) to 20 April 2026 |
| LOC Submission and Fee Payment (2nd Phase) | 16 April 2026 to 20 April 2026 |
| LOC Submission with Late Fee (3rd Phase) | 21 April 2026 to 22 April 2026 |
Who can appear in the second board examination?
Students who pass the first examination and want to improve their performance can appear. Students in the compartment category can also appear under the same category or improvement scheme. Schools can also include eligible sports students during this schedule.
What should students do if their name was not submitted earlier?
Students whose names were not included in the first LOC phase can now submit their names through the school and pay the examination fee within the given schedule.
What options do students have if their name was already submitted?
Students can pay the examination fee and appear in the exam. Students can also withdraw their names if they do not wish to appear in the second examination.
Can students change their Mathematics option?
Students can change their Mathematics level in the second examination. Students who selected Mathematics Standard can opt for Mathematics Basic, and students with Mathematics Basic can switch to Mathematics Standard.
Can students change other subjects?
Students cannot change any other subjects. The board allows only the Mathematics option change.
How many subjects can a student improve?
Students can improve their performance in any three subjects from Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and Languages.
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Are ER and compartment category students eligible?
Students placed in the ER category cannot appear in the second examination. Students in the compartment category can appear and improve as per the scheme.
What rules apply to CWSN candidates?
Candidates registered as CWSN in the first examination will continue to receive facilities. The board does not allow new CWSN registrations for the second examination.
What happens if a student pays the fee but does not appear?
If a student pays the fee but does not appear, CBSE treats the main examination result as final.
Which syllabus will CBSE follow for the second examination?
CBSE will conduct the second examination on the same syllabus as the Main Examination 2026.
What are the examination fee details?
CBSE provides clear fee slabs based on location and category.
| Category | Fee Details |
|---|---|
| India | ₹320 per subject (₹960 for 3 subjects) |
| Nepal | ₹1100 per subject (₹3300 for 3 subjects) |
| Other Countries | ₹2200 per subject (₹6600 for 3 subjects) |
| Late Fee | ₹2000 extra per candidate |
CBSE accepts fees only through online modes like debit card, credit card, NEFT, RTGS, UPI, and net banking.
| important instructions | important instructions |
|---|---|
| Students who missed the first phase can still apply and pay the exam fee. | Those already registered earlier only need to pay the fee. |
| Students can withdraw if they don’t want to appear. | Maths option can be changed: Standard to Basic and Basic to Standard. |
| No other subject changes are allowed. | Students can improve performance in up to 3 subjects. |
| ER category students are not eligible. | Compartment students can appear as per rules (through school only). |
| CWSN students continue benefits; no new registrations. | If absent in second exam, main exam result will be final. |
| Same syllabus as Main Exam 2026. | No changes allowed after LOC submission. |
What important instructions must schools follow?
Schools must finalize LOC data on time and deposit fees within the deadline. CBSE will not allow any correction after final submission. Schools must ensure accurate data entry and follow all guidelines strictly. Late submission will attract penalties, and no extension will be granted.
Key Points to Note
- CBSE allows passed and eligible students to improve their performance in up to three subjects, including Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and Languages.
- Schools can add names of eligible sports students during the given schedule.
- Students in the ER category cannot appear in the second examination.
- Students in the compartment category can appear under the same category or for improvement, and the school will submit their LOC.
- Candidates already registered as CWSN will continue to get facilities, but CBSE will not allow new registrations.
- If a student submits the LOC and pays the fee but does not appear, CBSE will treat the main exam result as final.
- CBSE will conduct the second examination on the same syllabus as the main exam.
- CBSE will not allow any change in schedule or corrections after LOC submission.
- All other rules will remain the same as per earlier CBSE guidelines and the two-examination policy.
This circular clearly outlines the process, eligibility, and rules for the Class 10 Second Board Examination 2026, and schools must follow it carefully to ensure smooth participation.
