The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE), Raipur, has officially released the CGBSE Date Sheet 2026 for Class 10 and Class 12 students. The CGBSE 10th & 12th board exams 2026 will begin from February 20, 2026, and this update is extremely important for students in India and abroad preparing for the upcoming HSLC and HSSC annual examinations. With lakhs of students across Chhattisgarh and global learners studying under the CG Board curriculum, the final time table helps streamline preparation for board exams.
As per the official schedule, CGBSE Class 10 exams 2026 will be conducted from February 21 to March 13, while CGBSE Class 12 exams 2026 will be held from February 20 to March 18. The exam timing remains consistent from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm, and students must reach the exam centre by 9:00 am. Answer sheets will be distributed at 9:05 am, followed by question paper reading time at 9:10 am.
Important Guidelines for Students & Self-Study Candidates
CGBSE has announced that self-study/private candidates must appear for practical and project examinations at their designated exam centres. These practicals may also be conducted on holidays if required. Students must remain in continuous contact with their centre head for exact dates and instructions. These guidelines align with official instructions published on the CGBSE website, ensuring transparency and uniformity.
CGBSE Class 10 Date Sheet 2026 (HSLC) – Complete Time Table
| Date | Subject |
| February 21, 2026 | First Language — Hindi |
| February 24, 2026 | Second Language — English |
| February 26, 2026 | Social Science |
| February 28, 2026 | Science |
| March 6, 2026 | Mathematics |
| March 9, 2026 | Third Language — Sanskrit, Marathi, Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Odia, Chhattisgarhi |
| March 11, 2026 | Vocational Courses — Artificial Retailing, IT, Automobile Service Technology, Health Care, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunication, BFSI, Beauty & Wellness, Electronics & Hardware, Agriculture, Med-Ag & Horticulture, Construction, Plumbing, Energy, Tourism & Hospitality |
| March 13, 2026 | Music (Visually Impaired); Drawing & Painting (Legally/Hearing Impaired) |
CGBSE Class 12 Date Sheet 2026 (HSSC) – Complete Time Table
| Date | Subjects |
| February 20, 2026 | Geography, Physics |
| February 23, 2026 | Political Science, Chemistry, Accountancy, Crop Production & Horticulture, Object Drawing & Illustration, Physiology & First Aid |
| February 25, 2026 | Sanskrit |
| February 27, 2026 | Biology, Economics, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Technology, Fisheries & Poultry, History of Indian Art, Elements of Science |
| March 2, 2026 | Mathematics, Computer Application (Arts & Commerce), Indian Music, Fine Arts, Dance Art, Stenography Typing, Agriculture (Arts), Home Science (Arts), Commercial Mathematics, Fundamentals of Industrial Organization, Sociology |
| March 7, 2026 | Social Science |
| March 10, 2026 | English |
| March 12, 2026 | History, Business Studies, Elements of Agricultural Science & Mathematics, Drawing & Painting, Food & Nutrition |
| March 14, 2026 | Hindi |
| March 16, 2026 | Vocational Courses — Retail Marketing Management, IT, Automobile Service Technician, Health Care, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunication, BFSI, Beauty & Wellness, Electronics & Hardware |
| March 17, 2026 | Marathi, Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Odia |
| March 18, 2026 | Psychology |
Quick Reference Summary Table
| Key Detail | Information |
| Class 10 Exam Dates | Feb 21–Mar 13, 2026 |
| Class 12 Exam Dates | Feb 20–Mar 18, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
| When will the CGBSE Class 10 exams 2026 start? |
| The exams will begin on February 21, 2026. |
| What are the CGBSE Class 12 exam dates for 2026? |
| Class 12 exams will be held from February 20 to March 18, 2026. |
| What is the exam timing for both classes? |
| All exams will be held from 9:15 am to 12:15 pm. |
| When will students receive question papers? |
| Question papers will be distributed at 9:10 am for reading. |
| Are practical exams required for private candidates? |
| Yes, practical and project exams must be taken at the allotted centre. |
| Can practical exams be on holidays? |
| Yes, if necessary, centres may schedule practicals on holidays. |
| Where can I download the official date sheet? |
| From the official CGBSE website. |
| What subjects are included in Class 10 vocational exams? |
| IT, Automobile, Retail, Healthcare, Agriculture, Media, BFSI, and more. |
The release of the CGBSE Class 10 & 12 Date Sheet 2026 provides students with a clear and structured timeline to organize their preparation. Students must follow all guidelines, stay in contact with their exam centre for practical schedules, and regularly visit the official CGBSE website for updates. Bookmark this page for quick access to the complete 2026 exam schedule, for more details and check date sheet CLICK HERE
