For Class 10 and Class 12 students in the 2026-27 session, the CBSE date sheet is the document that turns months of preparation into a real timeline. It shows when each paper falls, how many days you get between exams, and how to plan revision around your own subject combination. Class 10 students also have a second board exam to plan for, which makes the schedule even more important. The board is expected to release it as a PDF on cbse.gov.in.
CBSE Date Sheet 2027 - Quick Overview
| Detail | Status as of September 24, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) |
| Classes covered | Class 10 and Class 12 (2026-27 session) |
| Where it will be published | cbse.gov.in |
| Class 10 first board exam | Expected February to March 2027 |
| Class 10 second board exam | Expected May 2027 |
| Class 12 board exam | Expected February to April 2027 |
CBSE Board Exam 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Status |
|---|---|
| Tentative date sheet release | Expect late September 2026 |
| Final date sheet release | Expected between October and December 2026 |
| Class 10 first (Phase 1) board exam | Expected February to March 2027 |
| Class 10 second (Phase 2) board exam | Expected May 2027 |
| Class 12 board exam | Expected February to April 2027 |
| Practical exams | Expected around January 2027, based on last year's pattern |
| Admit card | Expected around January 2027 |
How to Download the CBSE Date Sheet 2027 PDF
Once CBSE publishes the date sheet, follow these steps. Menu names on the website can change, so look for the closest match.
- Open the official website, cbse.gov.in.
- Go to the latest announcements or notifications section on the homepage.
- Look for the 2027 date sheet link for Class 10 or Class 12.
- Open the PDF for your class.
- Download it and save a copy. Check every subject date against your own subject combination.
Important Instructions for Students
- Rely only on cbse.gov.in for confirmed dates. Screenshots and social media posts may show fake or outdated schedules.
- Do not treat a tentative date sheet as final.
- Pre-board exams are set by schools, not CBSE, and are usually held after the board schedule is out. Ask your school for its dates.
- Reports say CBSE generally does not change date sheets on individual request. If you face a genuine clash, such as a sports event, contact your school first.
- To pass, students need at least 33 percent in each subject, according to one education portal. Check the official scheme for details.