Uttar Pradesh Board Pre-Board Exams Scheduled for January 2026
Overview of Upcoming Pre-Board Exams
Students gearing up for the Class 10 and Class 12 examinations under the Uttar Pradesh Board will soon participate in their Pre-Board exams, commencing in the second week of January 2026. The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) has confirmed that these Pre-Board assessments will mirror the main board exams, providing students with a realistic practice experience before the final tests, which are set to begin in February.
Exam Schedule and Preparation
The UP Board Exams for Classes 10 and 12 are slated for February 18 to March 12, 2026. As the exam period approaches, schools have been directed to create an environment that closely resembles the actual board exam setting during the Pre-Boards.
Structure and Features of Pre-Board Exams
The board has mandated that all aspects of the Pre-Board exams, including question paper format, marking criteria, and exam duration, will adhere strictly to the official board exam standards. This initiative aims to alleviate students' anxiety and clarify the examination process.
Key features of the Pre-Board exams include:
- Exam Duration: 3 hours
- Reading Time: 15 minutes for reviewing the question paper
- Monitoring: CCTV surveillance in examination rooms for transparency
- Question Structure: Similar to final board exams
- Discipline: Strict adherence to examination rules
- Focus: Enhancing time management and problem-solving skills
The UPMSP believes these measures will help students acclimate to the actual exam environment, boosting their confidence and preparedness for the final assessments.
Use of Reserved Question Paper Sets
The board has indicated that the question papers for the Pre-Boards will be derived from the unused reserved sets from the 2025 exams. These papers will be distributed directly to schools by the board to ensure uniformity in testing across the state.
Post-exams, schools will evaluate the answer sheets internally, and the scores will be uploaded to the UP Board’s official system to monitor student performance and readiness.
Participation Statistics for 2026 Board Exams
This year, a significant number of students have registered for the board examinations:
| Category | Class 10 | Class 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Students | 27,50,945 | 24,79,352 |
| Boys | 14,38,683 | 13,03,012 |
| Girls | 13,12,263 | 11,76,340 |
In total, 52,30,297 students are anticipated to participate in the UP Board Exam 2026, marking it as one of the largest board examinations in India.
The UP Board aims to utilize Pre-Board exams as an effective assessment tool to enhance student readiness, ensuring that every candidate enters the actual board examination hall well-prepared and confident.