CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2027: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has not yet released the Class 10 board exam date sheet 2027. When it comes, the subject-wise timetable will be published as a PDF on the official website, cbse.gov.in. About this time last year, CBSE had already put out both the tentative date sheet (24 September 2025) and the final one (30 October 2025), so students are waiting for this year’s schedule.
This is the first year of the new two board exams system for Class 10 under the 2026-27 session. Phase 1 (February) is compulsory and Phase 2 (May) is optional. On this page we explain what is confirmed, what is only expected, the full 2026 Class 10 schedule for reference, and how to download the official PDF once it is out.
CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2027: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Board | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Class | Class 10 (Secondary School Examination) |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Date sheet 2027 status | Not released yet (as of 5 Nov 2026) |
| Phase 1 board exam (compulsory) | February–March 2027 (expected) |
| Phase 2 board exam (optional) | May 2027 (expected) |
| Exam timing (2026 pattern) | 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM; a few papers 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Marks split | 80 marks theory + 20 marks internal assessment |
| Passing marks | 33% in each subject (theory and internal assessment combined) |
| Official website | cbse.gov.in |
When Will CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2027 Be Released?
CBSE has not announced a release date. Past years give a useful guide. In the last three years the board released the Class 10 schedule between late October and mid-December:
| Exam year | Date sheet released | Class 10 exam window |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Awaited | February–March 2027 (expected) |
| 2026 | Tentative: 24 Sep 2025; Final: 30 Oct 2025 | 17 Feb – 11 Mar 2026 |
| 2025 | 20 Nov 2024 | 15 Feb – 18 Mar 2025 |
| 2024 | 12 Dec 2023 | 15 Feb – 13 Mar 2024 |
Schools finished submitting the List of Candidates (LOC) on 30 October 2026, including the late-fee window, and CBSE issued a circular on 2 November 2026 for correcting LOC data. The date sheet usually follows once candidate data is final. Based on this trend, a release in November 2026 is likely but not confirmed.
CBSE Class 10 Two Board Exams 2027: How Phase 1 and Phase 2 Work
CBSE approved two board exams for Class 10 in June 2025, and the system started with the 2026 exams. The main rules are:
- Phase 1 (February): compulsory for every Class 10 student. This is your main board exam.
- Phase 2 (May): optional. Students can use it to improve their performance in up to three subjects from Science, Mathematics, Social Science and languages.
- Internal assessment is conducted only once in the session, not separately for each phase.
- Students who do not appear in three or more subjects in Phase 1 cannot take Phase 2. They are placed in the “Essential Repeat” category and appear in the main exam the following February.
- Students who get a compartment in Phase 1 can appear in Phase 2.
- Students of winter-bound schools can choose to appear in either phase.
What happened in 2026 (first year): the Phase 1 result came out on 15 April 2026 with a 93.70% pass rate. Phase 2 was held from 15 to 21 May 2026, and its result was declared on 18 July 2026. Expect the 2027 date sheet to cover Phase 1 first; the Phase 2 schedule is likely to come later, as it did last year.
CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2026 (Last Year’s Schedule for Reference)
Until the 2027 PDF is out, last year’s final Class 10 schedule is the best way to understand how CBSE spaces the main subjects. In 2026, Mathematics came first and the major papers had 3 to 4 clear days between them.
| Date | Day | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Feb 2026 | Tuesday | Mathematics (Standard / Basic) |
| 21 Feb 2026 | Saturday | English (Communicative / Language and Literature) |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Wednesday | Science |
| 27 Feb 2026 | Friday | Computer Applications / IT / AI (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) |
| 28 Feb 2026 | Saturday | Sanskrit |
| 2 Mar 2026 | Monday | Hindi Course A / Course B |
| 7 Mar 2026 | Saturday | Social Science |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Wednesday | Last day: some foreign and regional language papers (shifted from 3 March) |
Note: on 30 December 2025, CBSE shifted the papers scheduled for 3 March 2026 (including Tibetan, German, Japanese, Spanish, Kashmiri, Mizo and a few others) to 11 March 2026 for administrative reasons. All other dates stayed the same. The 2027 order of subjects may be different, so do not fix your plan on these dates.
CBSE Class 10 Board Exam 2027: Important Dates So Far
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Sample question papers and marking schemes 2026-27 released | 21 September 2026 |
| LOC submission by schools opened | 24 September 2026 |
| LOC last date (without late fee) | 21 October 2026 |
| LOC with late fee (Rs 2,000 per candidate) | 22–30 October 2026 |
| Private candidate form | 8–23 October 2026; late fee window 24–30 October 2026 |
| LOC data correction circular | 2 November 2026 |
| Practical exams / internal assessment | Official schedule awaited |
| Date sheet 2027 | Awaited |
| Admit card | Expected about two weeks before exams (2026 cards came out on 3 Feb 2026) |
How to Download CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2027 PDF
- Go to the official website, cbse.gov.in.
- Click on “Main Website” if asked.
- Open the “Latest @ CBSE” section.
- Click the link for the Class X date sheet for the 2027 examination when it is published.
- The PDF will open. Check your subjects, subject codes and dates.
- Download it, take a printout, and keep a copy on your phone.
CBSE Class 10 Passing Marks and Marking Scheme 2027
- Each main subject is of 100 marks: 80 marks for the board theory paper and 20 marks for internal assessment.
- You need at least 33% in each subject, with theory and internal assessment counted together.
- Mathematics has two levels: Standard and Basic. Pick the one your school registered for you in the LOC.
- CBSE has not announced any change in question paper design for 2026-27. Solve the official sample papers to understand the pattern.
Official sample papers: cbseacademic.nic.in → Sample Question Papers → Class X (2026-27).
CBSE Class 10 Exam Day Rules (Based on 2026)
- Exams started at 10:30 AM. Students had to reach the centre before 10:00 AM, after which entry was not allowed.
- The question paper was given at 10:15 AM, with 15 minutes of reading time.
- Carry your admit card and school ID card. Regular students should wear the school uniform.
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices and any written or printed material are not allowed.
CBSE will confirm the 2027 rules along with the admit cards.
CBSE Class 10 Admit Card 2027
Regular students do not download the admit card themselves. Schools download admit cards through CBSE’s Pariksha Sangam portal and hand them over with the principal’s signature and school stamp. Private candidates download their own admit card from cbse.gov.in. Check your name, photo, roll number, subjects and exam centre carefully and report any mistake to your school at once.
How to Prepare Until the Date Sheet Comes
- Finish the syllabus now: do not wait for the date sheet. Aim to complete all chapters by the end of December.
- Mathematics and Science first: in 2026 these came early in the schedule, so keep them ready from January.
- Practise sample papers: solve one full sample paper every week in 3 hours and check it with the official marking scheme.
- Plan in 3–4 day blocks: last year the major papers had 3 to 4 days between them. Practise revising a full subject in that time.
- Complete internal assessment work: projects, practical files and periodic tests count for 20 marks and are done only once.
Beware of Fake CBSE Class 10 Date Sheets
Every year, fake timetables go viral before the real one comes out. A date sheet is likely fake if it is not on cbse.gov.in, has no circular number or date, has wrong subject codes, or comes only as an image forward. Trust only the PDF on the official website or a notice from your school.
CBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2027: FAQs
Is the CBSE Class 10 date sheet 2027 released?
No. As of 5 November 2026, CBSE has not released the Class 10 date sheet 2027. It will be published on cbse.gov.in.
When will the CBSE Class 10 board exam 2027 start?
CBSE has not announced the dates. Phase 1 is expected to start in February 2027, as in the last three years, when exams began on 15 February (2024 and 2025) and 17 February (2026).
Will there be two board exams for Class 10 in 2027?
Yes. Phase 1 in February is compulsory. Phase 2 in May is optional and lets students improve their marks in up to three subjects from Science, Maths, Social Science and languages.
Which subject came first in the CBSE Class 10 date sheet 2026?
Mathematics (Standard and Basic) was the first major paper, on 17 February 2026. The 2027 order may change.
What is the passing mark in CBSE Class 10?
You need at least 33% in each subject, with theory (80 marks) and internal assessment (20 marks) counted together.
What is the timing of the CBSE Class 10 board exam?
In 2026, most papers were from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and a few skill subjects ended at 12:30 PM. The 2027 timing will be given in the date sheet.
Where can I download the CBSE Class 10 date sheet 2027 PDF?
Only from the official website, cbse.gov.in, under “Latest @ CBSE”. Do not trust PDFs shared on social media.
Sources: CBSE (cbse.gov.in circulars list), CBSE Academic (cbseacademic.nic.in), and reports by PTI, News on AIR, Careers360, Shiksha, PW and India TV. Dates marked “expected” are based on past years and are not official. Last updated: 5 November 2026.
