CBSE Board Exams 2026: Key Details and Advisory for Students

Overview of CBSE Board Exams 2026

CBSE Board Exam 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has commenced the 10th and 12th board examinations today, February 17. This year, more than 4.3 million students are set to participate in these exams. In preparation for the examinations, the CBSE has released an advisory aimed at both students and their parents, urging them to steer clear of any misleading information. Students are also encouraged to arrive at their exam centers punctually.

Student Participation in Board Exams

According to the data provided by the CBSE, over 4.3 million students from the 10th and 12th grades are registered for the 2026 board exams. Specifically, 2,508,319 students are slated to take the 10th-grade exam, comprising 1,408,546 male students and 1,099,773 female students. The exams will cover 83 subjects, with 8,075 examination centers established for the 10th-grade assessments.

For the 12th-grade board exams, a total of 1,859,551 students have registered, including 1,027,552 males and 831,999 females. The 12th-grade exams will encompass 120 subjects, with 7,574 centers designated for these assessments.

CBSE Advisory Against Misinformation

CBSE issues advisory to combat rumors:
The CBSE has issued a warning to students and parents regarding the potential for misinformation surrounding the upcoming exams. The board has noted that certain individuals may attempt to mislead students and parents by disseminating false information on social media, particularly concerning alleged question paper leaks and the distribution of purported exam papers for the Class 10th and 12th examinations.

In light of this, the CBSE urges all students and parents to remain cautious and not to fall prey to unverified news or rumors. Engaging with or sharing such misleading information can lead to unnecessary stress and confusion, negatively affecting students' exam preparations during this critical period.